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Cozumel
Visit this 30-mile-long island for its deserted beaches and some of the world’s best scuba diving and snorkeling, especially along the 20-mile long Maya Reef.
1.5 hours southeast of Cancun (includes a 30-minute ferry trip); Cozumel; www.islacozumel.com.mx
Tags: beach | family | snorkeling | scuba
Chichen Itza
Explore the ruins of this spectacular ancient Mayan city dating back to the 6th century. Several pyramids, including the 79-foot tall El Castillo, are still intact and open for visitors to climb.
About 115 miles west of Cancun; Chichen Itza; www.visitmexico.com
Tags: family | culture | history | archeology | editor pick
Isla Mujeres
Despite the rapid development in the Mayan Rivera, this five-mile long island with postcard perfect beaches remains virtually untouched and is ideal to discover by bike or moped.
8 miles east of Cancun; Isla Mujeres; www.isla-mujeres.net
Tags: beach | family
Reserva Ecologica El Eden
Wildlife lovers shouldn’t miss a visit to this 500,000-acre park full of swamps, sand dunes, and tropical and rainforest Animal viewing (spider monkey sightings are common) and bird watching are just a few of the possible activities.
30 miles northwest of Cancun; Reserva Ecologica El Eden; www.reservaeleden.org.mx
Tags: international travel | wildlife | nature
Merida
The heart of the Yucatan, this vibrant city has a picturesque main square, a grand palace and cathedral, the oldest Jesuit church in the state, several stately historical homes, art museums, and dozens of top quality restaurants.
198 miles south of Cancun; Merida; www.travelyucatan.com
Tags: family | culture | history | dining
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