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Depending on your associations, Cancun either conjures images of raucous parties and throngs of Spring Breakers or soft, tranquil beaches and quiet conversation. Believe it or not, both descriptions are correct. Let our Editor Picks, hand-selected by Sherman's staff of expert editors, guide you to the … more best of the best in Mexico’s most popular tourist destination. Whether you’re looking to down tequila and shake your booty ‘til the sun comes up or escape from the daily grind for a while, these are the selections that will leave you with lasting impressions of both faces of Cancun.

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Spacious rooms with balconies boasting ocean views and marble baths, a luxurious spa, a cooking school, and a range of activities catering to children are some of the reasons this 365-room hotel tops every other in the city.

Retorno del Rey 36; Cancun; 011-52-998-881-0808; www.ritz-carlton.com

Get away from the hubbub of Zona Hotelera at this quiet 40-room property situated on long stretch of white sand. It has a large pool with a swim-up bar and a separate children’s pool.

Carretera Puerto Juarez-Punta Sam, Km. 3.5; Cancun; 011-52-998-843-0348

Discover Mexican culture at this folk art museum, which has original works and handicrafts by the country’s most reputed artists from Oaxaca to the Yucatan Peninsula.

Blvd. Kukulcan, Km 4; Cancun; 011-52-998-849-4332; www.museoartepopularmexicano.org/main.htm

Visit these ruins, which date as far back as the 3rd-century B.C. and may have been a burial ground for royalty. A raised pyramid features Mayan artwork on its interior walls.

Blvd. Kukulcan, Km 17; Cancun; www.gocancun.com

Offering views of the Caribbean and surrounded by lush greenery, this Greg Norman-designed 18-hole course is one of the hottest destinations for golfers in Mexico.

Playa Mujeres Casa Club, Bonampak S/N; Cancun; 011-52-998-887-7322; www.playamujeresgolf.com

Enjoy a combination of killer lagoon views and seafood caught the same day it’s served at...more

Blvd. Kukulcan, Km. 15.6; Cancun; 011-52-998-885-0267

Choose from a selection of fajitas, tacos, and grilled meats at this authentic taqueria that...more

Ave. Coba 19, Sm 22; Cancun; 011-52-998-887-3045

Practice your salsa moves to the beat of the latest Latin pop hits at this club where locals and tourists mingle.

Ave. Tulum 26, Locale A14 Plaza las Americas, 2nd, Fl. Sm 4; Cancun; 011-52-998-887-7894; www.mambocafe.com.mx

For a subdued evening away from Cancun’s frenzied club scene, this spot delivers nightly live classical and Latin music. Or, try your hand at ballroom dancing.

Blvd. Kukulcan, Km 13.5; Cancun; 011-52-998-848-8220; www.haciendasisal.com

Peruse from a large selection of local leather goods, handicrafts and handmade gold and silver jewelry at this 20,000-square-foot space.

Blvd. Kukulcan, Km 9; Cancun; 011-52-998-883-2116

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