Mexico beach vacation
This is the time of year when you can go to a Mexican beach vacation and have the best time of your life. You’ll be able to relax, get some sun, and just enjoy yourself.
Mexico has been a popular destination for vacationers for years and is known for being one of the most beautiful places in the world. It has a warm climate, which makes it an ideal place to relax on the beach or go snorkeling, swimming or scuba diving. Mexico also has some of the best food in the world and is known for its tequila.
The town of Mexico Beach has a population of 1,700 people and it is located on 30 miles of Gulf Coast beaches in Northwest Florida. The town has over 20 miles of beautiful white sand beaches with emerald green waters. This area is known as “America’s Emerald Coast” because it has some of the finest beaches in the United States.
If you want to get away from it all, Mexico beach vacations are the way to go. The beaches of Mexico are some of the most beautiful in the world, with soft white sand and clear blue water that’s just perfect for swimming or snorkeling. If you’re looking for a place that’s quiet and relaxing, Mexico beach vacations are hard to beat.
Mexico beach vacation
Playa del Amor, Cabo San Lucas
Cabo San Lucas’ El Arco rock formation is one of Mexico’s most iconic backdrops. It also happens to sit perched above one of the most beautiful beaches in Mexico — Playa del Amor (Lover’s Beach). This famous stretch of golden sand lies south of Cabo’s downtown and is easily accessible by water taxi. Those in the know love the beach for its gentle waves — a rarity on the southern Baja Peninsula — and warm, sun-baked sand. Keep in mind that you should only swim on this side of the beach. The opposite side, referred to as “Divorce Beach” is known for its choppy, rough waters and strong undercurrent.
Playa Sisal, Yucatan
While the Yucatan Peninsula is one of Mexico’s most famous spots, known mostly for Cancun and its beaches, the state of Yucatan, also on the peninsula, is an entirely separate destination. While less-visited than Cancun or Riviera Maya, Yucatan has spectacular beaches that combine the Gulf of Mexico lifestyle with the powder-soft sand of the Mexican Caribbean. Playa Sisal, in the Pueblo Mágico (Magic Town) of Sisal, is one of these beautiful beaches. Don’t expect more than a few beachside palapas and quaint al fresco seafood restaurants. But that’s part of Sisal’s charm, along with its bone-white sand and crystal-clear water.
Playa Carrizalillo, Puerto Escondido
While everyone is soaking up the rays and downing margaritas on Playa Zicatela, you’ll want to make your way over to Puerto Escondido’s smaller, more secluded beach. Playa Carrizalillo has long been a favorite for locals. It sits at the bottom of more than 150 steps, but those who make the trek are rewarded with turquoise-colored water and a crescent-shaped beach ringed by swaying palm trees. This is a beach that is beloved by beginner surfers, and locals are always on hand to offer a quick lesson. Beyond that, you’ll find a row of laid-back, barefoot casual beach shacks and snack bars. Pro tip: The one on the far right has delectable coconut shrimp. Don’t skip the ice cream man, either — he pushes his cart from end to end of the beach every afternoon.
Playa Delfines, Cancun
A massive swath of sun-drenched sand is what sets Playa Delfines apart as one of the best beaches in Mexico. This Cancun beach is beloved by locals and visitors alike because of its wide stretch of powdery sand, electric blue water, and relatively quiet atmosphere compared to other busier areas in the Hotel Zone. This also happens to be one of the rare surfing spots along the Caribbean coast in Mexico. The vibe here is different from other Cancun beaches, as it’s primarily a locals’ spot, thanks to the absence of hotels directly in front of it. But that’s precisely what makes it so special — it truly is a local beach in one of the most touristed spots in the world.
Playa Mayto, Jalisco
Playa Mayto may not be a name you know right now, but give it a year or two and that will likely change. One of the most remote beaches in Mexico, Playa Mayto also happens to be one of the largest, located on a secluded bay on the Pacific coast, roughly two hours south of Puerto Vallarta along what is known as Cabo Corrientes. The area is attracting a lot of development attention and things will likely look different over the next couple of years. But what will remain is this gorgeous, rugged beach surrounded by a ring of mountains and thick groves of palm trees. To reach the beach, travelers must brave a dusty, dirt road that branches off from the small town of El Tuito. But new developments, like the prospect of a Zodiac-themed hotel, will bring infrastructure, and chances are this secret spot will be one of the country’s most sought-after before long.
Troncones, Guerrero
While in the past, tourists to Guerrero flocked to the glitzy and glamorous beaches of Acapulco, these days, travel to this part of Mexico has shifted to the lower profile tourist destinations. And Troncones, for example, is about as low profile as it gets — typically reserved for surfers looking to ride the perfect waves off the southern Pacific coast. But this relatively undeveloped beach town has one of the most beautiful beaches in all of Mexico. Though the three-mile stretch offers little in terms of development, visitors here are rewarded with pristine, golden sand, cobalt-colored waves, and that laid-back lifestyle that attracted them to Mexico in the first place.
Playa Balandra, La Paz
About a half-hour north of La Paz (a town on the Sea of Cortez that should be on your radar), Playa Balandra is simply jaw-dropping. Far off the tourist trail, this postcard-perfect crescent of sand is technically a bay, but it masquerades as a lagoon. The calm, turquoise waters gently lap against the sugary shores. If you want to explore marine life, this may be the spot for you. The Sea of Cortez is one of the most magnificent places for snorkeling in the world, and from Playa Balandra, you are gifted the perfect perch from which to get out under the waves.
Progreso, Yucatan
While checking out the colonial capital of Yucatan, Merida, you ought to bake in some time to explore the beach town of Progreso. The most popular beach in the state of Yucatan, Progreso is the local cruise port, as well as the main beach destination for boutique hotels, a renovated boardwalk, restaurants, and shopping. Grab a palapa on the shore, kick off your sandals, and tuck into some fresh ceviche, all with a view of the Gulf of Mexico and perhaps a pink flamingo or two.
Medano Beach, Cabo San Lucas
While many Los Cabos beaches are not safe for swimming, Medano Beach is one of the few that are. In fact, this is the main beach in Cabo San Lucas, as it’s several miles long and has some of the gentler waves in this part of Baja. It also happens to be one of the more energetic beaches, so you may have to compete for space at the bars and restaurants that line the shore. It’s for good reason, though — this is the place to be. The energy here is palpable, and you’re never far from a frosty beach cocktail or five-star resort.
Sian Ka’an Biosphere Reserve, Quintana Roo
A UNESCO World Heritage site, the Sian Ka’an Biosphere Reserve is a protected area that runs south of Tulum almost all the way to the border of Belize. Here, you’ll find undeveloped, white-sand beaches, languidly swaying palms, thick mangrove forests, and glittering cerulean waters. Pack your camera — the Sian Ka’an Biosphere is where you’ll see some of the Mexican Caribbean’s most exotic wildlife (think: dolphins, whales, manatees, spider monkeys, jaguars, ocelots, and more).
Playa Tangolunda, Huatulco
Huatulco, located in southern Oaxaca, is known for its nine picturesque bays — and the many beaches that go along with them. Playa Tangolunda is one of Huatulco’s most beautiful and luxurious beaches. You’ll find plenty of amenities here compared to the others in Huatulco, which can be far less developed — though some prefer them that way. Playa Tangolunda is also home to many of the resorts in the area, as well as boutiques and residential communities. It also happens to be a hub for sailing, scuba diving, dining, and, of course, those gorgeous Huatulco sunsets.
Playa Maroma, Riviera Maya
Ask anyone what the best beaches are in the Riviera Maya, and Playa Maroma is certainly on the list. This exclusive stretch is occupied by a few select hotels, whose guests enjoy the pearly white sand and calm, brilliantly blue water. Plus, this is one of the only places in Mexico where you can find a hotel with overwater bungalows. You won’t stumble upon beach clubs or bars here, as it’s mostly occupied by the El Dorado Maroma. Instead, you’ll find exactly what your imagination dreams up when you think of an idyllic, tropical beach in paradise.
Isla Holbox
Isla Holbox is located just off the northern coast of Quintana Roo, where the Caribbean Sea meets the Gulf of Mexico. Once a must on the backpacker and yogi trails, the island has quickly risen to become a haven for boho luxury. This dressed-down beach destination begs for bare feet, cold beer, and only the boutique. Bring your yoga mat (and plenty of bug repellent) and listen to the faint sound of steel drums from Raices, a beachfront seafood restaurant dishing out serious Caribbean vibes.
Playa Mujeres, Cancun
Up until a few years ago, Playa Mujeres had a collection of hotels that you could count on one hand. This area, just north of the Cancun Hotel Zone, was a bit of a secret spot, beloved for its fine white sand and relative seclusion away from the more raucous sections of Cancun. While the scene has certainly changed as more and more hotels have opened, the beach and its beauty remain the same. You can still find peace and tranquillity at resorts like Beloved Playa Mujeres, or you can bring the whole crew to larger resorts like the TRS Coral Hotel or its Grand Palladium counterpart.
La Punta, Puerto Escondido
Just down the beach from the world-famous surf spot, Playa Zicatela (the principal beach in Puerto Escondido), is the more intimate La Punta. Quite literally “the point,” this beach forms the southern end of the bay on which Puerto Escondido sits. It has always been a hippie haven in this section of town — roads are dustier, restaurants are more casual, and hostels reigned supreme. But its reputation is changing these days, with more and more design-forward boutiques, and even a new food park. What remains, though, is the picture-perfect beach that is still everyone’s favorite front-row seat at sunset.
