If you are planning a getaway in Mexico you will be pleasantly surprised when you see the stunning beaches surrounding Cancuns hotel zone. It took the efforts of over two hundred people to restore the beaches when a storm carried a great deal of sand away. Their efforts really paid off because the beaches are beautiful.
The accommodations of the various resorts are inviting and luxurious just as the beaches are.
After the restoration of the beaches they appear to be about 50% bigger that what they were before the storms damaged them. The visitors that come to these beaches are able to enjoy the additional space when they take part in all of the activities that are offered.
The beaches extending into the Caribbean are usually referred to as the north side beaches. The beaches on the north side are protected for the strong currents by Isla Mujeres. Many people find that this beach is great for family fun and swimming since the winds and waves are extremely mild.
Those who enjoy water sport activities may prefer the beach on the east side. The following will give you some examples of the different beaches.
Playa Las Perlas can be found at the beginning of the Hotel Zone. This beach is popular for swimming as well as all water sports activities. There are plenty of restaurants and bars that beach goers can enjoy while relaxing at Playa Las Perlas.
Playa Linda is a beach that is popular because of the many tourist destinations. It is on the north side and is known for the calm and crystal clear waters making it perfect for water sports. For the scuba enthusiast, there are scuba diving tours available in the area.
The neighboring beaches, Playa Langosta and Playa Tortugas are known for the relaxing atmosphere and pristine sand on the beaches. These two beaches are ideal for people that enjoy the active water sports such as water skiing, boating or jet skiing since the waves are much more active than other areas.
Playa Caracol is one of the most popular beaches in Cancun. The stunning beach has long stretches of soft sand that glimmers in the sun and shallow water leading out with a smooth sandy bottom. Families with children really enjoy the crystal clear waters and have fun playing at this beach. When they have had enough sun they enjoy browsing in the many shops in the area and dining in one the fabulous restaurants.
Play Delfines has become very popular with single as well as gay couples. This beach is becoming known unofficially as the gay beach of Cancun. When looking at the grassy slope that leads to the beach it is easy to understand why. This beach is ideal sunning, surfing and every activity in between. This beach is one area in Cancun that the sun is not the only thing that sizzles.
Those who choose a beach at the east side of Cancun will experience far breezier and higher waves than the north side, although there are still some beaches that are family friendly to choose from.
Playa Marlin, Chac Mool and Gaviota Azul are the northern most beaches on the east side in the hotel zone and are not as glamorous as many of the other beaches. However, there are many people that enjoy the high wave action found at these beaches which is perfect for windsurfing and parasailing.
Playa Ballenas is situated in one of Cancun’s most exciting areas with plenty to explore on land as well. There are a lot of fun water sports to be enjoyed like boating, tubing, water-skiing and of course swimming a really fun and friendly beach.
A few beaches that are known for spectacular scenery in the area are Playa Delfines and Playa Nizuc. These beaches also offer many lovely restaurants that are enjoyable after a lond day of fun in the sun.
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