Top 4 nightclubs in Playa del Carmen

There are a lot of things to do in Playa del Carmen during the day: shopping, going to the beach, eat at some restaurant... but during the night, the best thing you can do in this young city is going out to a nightclub. These are the best options for your party in Playa del Carmen:

La Santanera

Located on 10th street, La Santanera is awesome. It has three different levels, each one with a different kind of music and a different kind of party. On the first level of Santa (how locals call it), you can enjoy a drink and have dinner while you watch a football match or maybe listen to a live reggae/ska band; on the second level you can dance till the sun comes out; the third level is an open air space where you can also dance but in a more chillax way.

Dolores

This tiny nightclub located on 12th Street will give you a good party-starter. At Dolores, you can start your night in Playa del Carmen with 1-liter drinks, good music, and great ambiance, right before you go the next nightclub.

La Mezcalinna

Another place where you can start your party in Playa del Carmen is La Mezcalinna. Here you can try all the varieties of mezcal and taste different flavor shots while you dance to the rhythm of the best live DJ's.

S.O.S. Lounge

This isn’t a nightclub like the others, but the party here on Sundays is lit. S.O.S. Lounge is a terrace-bar within Hostel 3B, located on Playa del Carmen’s 1st street, and to close the weekend with a flourish, they throw a party called Usual Sundays. It all begins at noon with some drinks by the pool and great live music. The best part? It last all day long till midnight.

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The legend of Xtabay

México has a lot of myths and stories that are passed down from generation to generation, and the Riviera Maya is not the exception. Thanks to the diversity of ancient pre hispanic civilizations during Mesoamerican times, there are many myths and legends in the region, but one of the most famous is that of Xtabay.

The legend tells the story of two women, Xtabay and Utz-Colel. Xtabay was very beautiful and good in her actions toward others, but she was a prostitute and for that she was criticized and cursed. On the other hand, Utz-Colel was pure and demure, but she was despicable and mean toward others.

One day, the villagers noticed that the Xtabay was missing, but nobody cared about her, until they started to smell a sweet aroma that came from her house. When they arrived they found the corpse of the Xtabay.

Utz-Colel couldn’t believed that the perfume came from the corpse of Xtabay, and she said that if that perfume came from a cursed and impure woman like Xtabay, her dead body would have a greater sweet aroma. Eventually, Utz-Colel died and her body emitted a terrible aroma, that reflected her true mean essence.

From the grave of Xtabay grew a delicate and humble flower named Xtabentun, and from the grave of Utz-Colel grew the flower of Tzacam, a cactus with a blooming flower, beautiful but with no perfume.

With the help of evil spirits, Utz-Colel came back to the living world using the identity of the beautiful Xtabay, to seduce men and take them to a fatal destination.

So gentlemen, watch out when you are walking under the moonlight and the stars. You´ll see her dressed in white, standing and shining on the ground. You´ll see her long black hair, and her hands brushing it softly. You´ll see her feet, like two small birds flying just above the ground. Then you´ll feel her eyes like two arrows stabbing you, and you can´t do anything.

Oh poor man, if you ever find her at night following your steps!

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Festival of Life and Death Traditions

The Day of the Dead is a very special Mexican holiday in which, every November 1st and 2nd, Mexican people celebrate the life of their relatives that have passed away. Something peculiar about Mexican people is how they embrace the death in a funny and colorful way, and the Day of the Dead is the perfect example of this particular characteristic.

This holiday comes from the prehispanic Mexican ancestors, and it’s celebrated differently across regions of Mexico. In the Yucatan Peninsula, the celebration is called Hanal Pixan ("food for the souls" in the Mayan language), and during these days people make altars with the food and things that their dead relatives used to like when they were alive.

Nowadays, every year this celebration is honored at Xcaret with the Festival of Life and Death Traditions, an extraordinary event that takes place from October 30th through November 2nd. During this festivity, you will be able to experience the Hanal Pixan, taste the great regional gastronomy, assist to workshops, art exhibitions, theater, dance and concerts. Also, you can enjoy the paradisiac Xcaret park and live a unique experience where you can learn about the ancient traditions of the Mayan culture and the beauty of the Riviera Maya’s nature. Don’t miss the opportunity to be part of this event.

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Top 5 beach clubs in Riviera Maya

Riviera Maya has beautiful beaches to relax and also great nightclubs where you can party all night long. But what happens when we combine those two things? We create the perfect day at the beach. The Riviera Maya has a lot of beach clubs that will offer you the opportunity to party during the day but also relax in front of the beach.These are the best beach clubs in the Riviera Maya, so check them out!

Mandala Beach

Located in the Party Center at the Hotel Zone, Mandala Beach is the best beach club in Cancun. Here you can relax on the beach or you can party at the pool listening to the best local and international dj’s.

Mamita’s Beach Club

Located on 28th street in Playa del Carmen, Mamita’s Beach Club is one of the best beach clubs in the Riviera Maya, with the best music and the best events, like BPM Festival, Riviera Maya Jazz Festival, DJ Fest, Winterbeach and Corona Sunset Music Festival.

Kool Beach Club

Just across Mamita’s Beach Club, still in the 28th street, you’ll find Kool Beach Club. With more accessible prices than its neighbour, Kool Beach Club offers you a nice place to relax and enjoy the beach.

Unico Beach

Located in the fisher village of Puerto Morelos, this place is perfect for relaxing with a good dinner and drink at the beach. Also it has very accessible prices, so don’t miss the opportunity of visiting this place.

Coralina Daylight Club

Located on 26th street in Playa del Carmen, Coralina Daylight Club is one of the most exclusive and glamorous beach clubs in the Riviera Maya. With parties every day, this place will provide you one of the best daylight experiences in Playa del Carmen.

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Top 5 nightclubs in Cancun

One of the best things to do in Cancun is going to any of the nightclubs located in the Party Center in the Hotel Zone. But if you don’t know where to go, do not worry, these are the best nightclubs in Cancun where you can party like an animal:

Dady’O

Founded in 1989, Dady’O is one of the most famous nightclubs in Cancun with excellent dj’s. The design of the entrance will make you feel like you’re entering a cave where you’ll have the time of your life.

Palazzo

One of the most glamorous nightclubs in Cancun is definitely Palazzo. With giants chandeliers hanging from the ceiling, great local and international dj’s and the best ambience, this place is a must when you come to Cancun.

Mandala

This nightclub is synonymous of party. With an eastern atmosphere, Mandala is an obligated visit during your vacations in Cancun. The open spaces and majestic decoration of this nightclub makes it one of the best in the city.

Coco Bongo

In Coco Bongo you’ll have the party of your life with great shows of flying acrobats, artists and dancers doing wonderful musical and movie tributes including Batman, Tron, Michael Jackson, Madonna and more.

The City

And last but not least, the most emblematic nightclub in Cancun. Founded in 2004, The City is the biggest nightclub in Latin America, with a capacity of 6000 people, and house the best dj shows, presenting artists like Steve Aoki, NERVO, Paul Van Dyk, Tiesto and many more. This nightclub only opens on fridays, but totally worth it.

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Top 5 kid-friendly hotels in Cancun

Going on a vacation with the family is one of the best things to do. It’s the perfect opportunity for creating beautiful memories and experiences, but sometimes when you travel with kids it’s harsh to make it fun for them during your days in your hotel. That’s why we bring you a list of the best kid-friendly hotels in Cancún:

Iberostar Cancun

Located in 17th km of the Cancun Hotel Zone, this resort has a lot of activities for your children, field and beach soccer tournaments, a special kids pool with slides and special shows for kids and the whole family.

Grand Fiesta Americana Coral Beach Cancun

Located in the heart of the Cancun Party Center, this hotel will offer a lot of fun for the kids. Grand Fiesta Americana Coral Beach has a great pool and also a “Kidz Club” where the children will do a lot of fun activities.

Aquamarina Beach Hotel

One of the most antiques hotels in Cancun is Aquamarina Beach and it has one of the most peaceful beaches, with slow and little waves. Also it has a lot of fun activities for kids and a mini golf course for all the family.

Great Parnassus Family Resort

Staying at this hotel will make you feel like you’re in a cruise because of its shape and the huge amount of restaurants and activities to do. Great Parnassus Family Resort has a mini golf course, a main pool and a thematic kids pool with waterslides for a lot of fun. Your kids will love it.

Crown Paradise Club Cancun

Located almost at the very end of the Cancun Hotel Zone, this hotel will offer a lot of fun activities for kids and the whole family. This family resort has a mini golf course, a basketball court, a kids pool with waterslides, a kids club and more. Your kids will have the time of their life.

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The best adults-only hotels in Cancún

Something very particular of the 21st century and the new generations is that many people do not want to have kids. Maybe having a boyfriend/girlfriend or even getting married is on their heads, but sometimes kids are not part of the plan. That’s why these 5 adults-only hotels are the perfect choice if you want to relax in an environment children-free:

Le Blanc Spa Resort

Ranked as the #2 All-inclusive Resort in the World by TripAdvisor, and the #1 All-Inclusive Resort in México. Le Blanc Spa Resort is located in the Cancun Hotel Zone, right in the 10th kilometer of the Kukulcan Boulevard. At this hotel you can enjoy of the beauty of the caribbean with all the amenities that an All-inclusive resort can give you. Plus, it has it’s very own private lagoon.

Live Aqua Cancun

Ranked as the #3 All-inclusive Resort in Cancun by Tripadvisor, this adults-only luxury hotel is located right in front of La Isla Shopping Village and just a few minutes walking from Kukulcan Mall. You will fall in love with the unique and fancy design in all the rooms, pools, bars and spas at this amazing resort.

Hyatt Zilara Cancun

Ranked as the #4 All-inclusive Resort in Cancun by Tripadvisor, this hotel is inspired in the local architecture and culture. At Hyatt Zilara you’ll enjoy excellent cuisine on its 6 gourmet restaurants and have the time of your life in the pool parties. Also it’s just a few minutes walking from the Party Center where the best nightclubs in Cancún are located.

Temptation Resort Spa

Located on the kilometer 3.5 of the Cancun Hotel Zone, this 384-room resort welcomes singles and couples to a sexy experience with an all-inclusive service. In Temptation, topless it’s optional, but if you do it you won’t feel uncomfortable in this resort.

Grand Oasis Sens

Last but not least, this romantic adults-only resort is a great option for relaxing. Grand Oasis Sens it is located on the kilometer 19.5 of the Kukulcan Boulevard in Cancun Hotel Zone, away from the party and the crowded places, this hotel allows you to relax in the pool or in the beach. Also, it’s very close from archaeological site “El Rey” (The King).

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