Sometimes getting lost is the best way to discover a new and unfamiliar place. That said, it's always a good idea to learn a couple of basic facts about your destination before you head off. Read on for a few basics about Playa del Carmen.
To help you find your feet, Playa del Carmen is located 40 miles (64 kilometers) to the southwest of the prominent city of Cancun.
This area of Riviera Maya is home to approximately 100,000 residents.
Want to add some deeper meaning to your trip? Take yourself on a pilgrimage to Guadalupe Church. No matter what your spiritual beliefs, it's a terrific place to observe and better understand the local faith. Like some more ideas? Nothing is more refreshing than the murmur of ocean waves coming into shore. Roll out a picnic rug, stretch out and let your soul be soothed at Mamitas Beach Club. But that's not all there is. It doesn't matter whether you're trying to hit a hole-in-one or just in the mood to brush up on your technique, you'll have a ball (pun intended) at Playacar Golf Club.
