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An Islands vacation offers the unique experience of being entirely surrounded by water on your own oasis of tropical trees and landscapes, restaurants, spas and resorts. There are well-populated areas with many services as well as more secluded islands filled with adventure and spiritual solitude. Water activities are bountiful, island walks and adventures are always available, and beautiful scenery and skies surround you. Island hop by taking a cruise or a ferry and get a new experience each time you touch land. ...read more »

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    Isla Mujeres

    For a vacation full of adventure and relaxation all located within a 5-mile-long island, travelers will love the city of Isla Mujeres (Island of Women), located on the island of the same name. With stunning beaches, delicious seafood and other gastonomy... read more »

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    Cancun

    A superb location, island-like shape and white sandy beaches make Cancun the destination in Mexico for sun worshippers and water sport enthusiasts alike. Many nearby Mayan sites provide visitors insight into this area?s historic roots and the city plaza... read more »

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    Playa del Carmen

    For anyone who has dreamed of finding the perfect powdery white, sandy beach stretching along miles of turquoise blue water, Playa is the place to be. The accommodations are known for being reasonably priced, and the standard is high. The restaurants ar... read more »

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    Cozumel

    Cozumel, Mexico is one of the top five dive destinations in the world and the perfect place to getaway for a laid back vacation. Tourists can stay in the main town of San Miguel, from which they can visit ruins like Tulum, and nature parks such as Chank... read more »

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    Mayan Riviera

    Find highlights on things to do and see in Mayan Riviera shared by Real Travelers. Browse attractions, maps, travel guide information, and blogs. Price compare hotels, flights, and packages to Mayan Riviera across multiple sites to help plan y... read more »

Top Five Island Trip Blogs

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    Hola Mexico! | Feb 27 07'

    by saildolfin a traveling as a family from Port Charlotte, on vacation in Isla Mujeres

    As we entered Mexican waters, a pod of dolfins came to play with us!  They were very small and dark shiny grey.  They sunset reflected of... Continue reading »

  • pisco

    Totally Ruined | Feb 25 07'

    by pisco a male from Sheffield, on vacation in Cancun

    "we sat there in the dark, clouds ahead only revealing a few of the trees, as howler monkeys echoed ghastly groans across the whole jungle"

    Hola!I can't believe I've already reached the last few days of my trip. In some ways it's gone pretty quick but in other respects, when I think a... Continue reading »

  • Chris & Tracy

    Back to Coconuts! | Apr 01 07'

    by Chris & Tracy a traveling as a couple from Houston, on vacation in Cozumel

    "Where's the Pee Pee Station?"

    Had a great day. Man, we are sleeping so good. The boat “rocks” you to sleep. Very cool! In Cozumel, we rented a jeep and went to the beaches on th... Continue reading »

  • John & Bexster

    Christmas Holidays | Dec 21 06'

    by John & Bexster a traveling as a couple from London, on vacation in Isla Mujeres

    Merry Christmas everyone!!We left Belize by bus and headed north into Mexico, we madea few stops on the way but pretty much headed straight to Canc... Continue reading »

  • Leigh & Jo

    Isla Mujeres - beautiful aqua warm sea water | Oct 15 07'

    by Leigh & Jo a 32 year old traveling as a couple from New Zealand, on vacation in Isla Mujeres

    (STILL NO PHOTOS!)Tuesday 16th October – Cancun – Isla MujeresWe started the day at our usual - 100% Natural Cafe for brunch. We had decided that t... Continue reading »

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