Famous for its all-inclusive resorts and a historical tourism base, Riviera Maya is a popular tourism district for those who wish to experience the beauty that Mexico has to offer. Bordering the Caribbean coastline of Quintana Roo, Mexico, Riviera Maya has long been a dream vacation destination.

Located on the Yucatan Peninsula, the terrain is flat and rocky with low tropical jungles. Under the surface of the earth, some of the largest underwater cave systems in the world exist, and they are the only places to acquire potable water in the region. Crescent shaped beaches composed of white sand dot the coastline, broken up by rocky inlets. This is where groundwater lets out into the ocean.

The temperature hovers around 78 degrees Fahrenheit for most of the year. With a rainy season from May to November and a dry season that is especially dry in January and February, the time of year drastically affects the amount of tourism and the activities that are popular during that time. There are many tropical storm systems and hurricanes in the area, but they generally break before hitting Riviera Maya.

All-inclusive resorts attract many tourists, who come to enjoy the full-range of experiences, from luxurious accommodations to outdoors excursions and more. Water sports are especially popular, with snorkeling, jet skiing, and scuba diving some of the more popular activities. Horseback riding and jungle tours are also popular at the most-visited areas.

Smaller boutique hotels allow for exploration of the unique cultural area that Riviera Maya encloses, while higher-range luxury accommodations like charter yachts and villa rentals are becoming more and more popular among those who can afford it. The barrier reef, the second longest in the world, attracts plenty of people who want to see the exotic species of water creatures that inhabit the area.