Fodor's Cancún & The Riviera Maya

Whether you want to party in Cancún, snorkel in Cozumel, or explore Mayan ruins and cenotes in Tulum, the local Fodor’s travel experts in Mexico are here to help! Fodor’s Cancún and the Riviera Maya guidebook is packed with maps, carefully curated recommendations, and everything else you need to simplify your trip-planning process and make the most of your time. This new edition has been fully-redesigned with an easy-to-read layout, fresh information, and beautiful color photos.

Fodor’s Cancún & The Riviera Maya travel guide includes:





AN ILLUSTRATED ULTIMATE EXPERIENCES GUIDE to the top things to see and do
MULTIPLE ITINERARIES to effectively organize your days and maximize your time
MORE THAN 30 DETAILED MAPS to help you navigate confidently
COLOR PHOTOSthroughout to spark your wanderlust!
HONEST RECOMMENDATIONS FROM LOCALS on the best sights, restaurants, hotels, nightlife, shopping, activities, and more
PHOTO-FILLED “BEST OF” FEATURES on “Best Beaches,” “Best Snorkeling and Diving,” and more
TRIP-PLANNING TOOLS AND PRACTICAL TIPS including when to go, getting around, beating the crowds, and saving time and money
HISTORICAL AND CULTURAL INSIGHTS providing rich context on the local people, history, architecture, cuisine, geography and more
SPECIAL FEATURES on “Chichén Itzá,” “Ancient Architects: The Maya,” “Cozumel’s Diving and Snorkeling,” and “What to Eat and Drink”
LOCAL WRITERS to help you find the under-the-radar gems
SPANISH LANGUAGE PRIMER with useful words and essential phrases
UP-TO-DATE COVERAGE ON: Cancún, Cozumel, Isla Mujeres, The Riviera Maya, Playa del Carmen, Tulum, Cobá, The Costa Maya, Reserva de la Biósfera Sian Ka’an, Cozumel, Yucatán, Mérida, Uxmal, The Ruta Puuc, Chichén Itzá, Progreso, Isla Holbox, and much more.



Planning on visiting other beach destinations in Mexico? Check out Fodor’s Puerto Vallarta and Fodor’s Los Cabos.

*Important note for digital editions: The digital edition of this guide does not contain all the images or text included in the physical edition.

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