Cancun, Mexico's most popular beach resort, is located at the tip of the Yucatan Peninsula on the shores of the Caribbean Sea. The spectacular white sand beaches and vibrant turquoise water attract millions of visitors each year. In fact, The Travel Channel rated Cancun's beach as one of the 10 best in the world. The 300 plus days of sunshine a year and the easy access from the United States and many European and South American cities add to Cancun's appeal.

For those looking for water sports, Cancun offers fishing, diving, snorkeling, jungle tours and various day and night boat cruises. The vibrant coral reef and crystal clear water make the area one of the best diving and snorkeling destinations in the world.

Another major area attraction are the Mayan ruins which are located throughout the Yucatan Peninsula. The two most visited sites are Chichen Itza and Tulum. Both can be explored on a day trip leaving from Cancun. The Maya are a fascinating people who had a precise knowledge of astronomy that is reflected in the structures they built. It is definitely worth a day of your vacation to find out more about these very special people.

There are two 18-hole golf courses in Cancun which are open to the public. These courses, as well as being beautifully designed, are set along the lagoon and the ocean providing a beautiful backdrop for a game of golf.

A day spent exploring the open-air markets located in downtown Cancun, gives visitors a glimpse of the colorful culture of contemporary Mexico. Another way of learning more about Mexico is to attend one of the folkloric ballet performances where you can enjoy traditional dances from all over the country.

There are various large shopping malls in Cancun offering everything from jewelry and fine art to T-shirts as well as open air markets downtown which carry a wide variety of Mexican hand crafts.

World-class restaurants and a wide variety of clubs and bars for evening entertainment complete a wonderful vacation experience.