Once an unremarkable fishing village, today Playa del Carmen (Playa del Carmen) - one of the most popular Mexican resorts .Located 70 km from Cancun, Playa (so lovingly and familiarly called local) surprisingly combines the cheerful atmosphere of youth parties and restrained European chic .Typical for the Caribbean coast, almost white sand of the finest grinding provides a stable pilgrimage of adepts-sun worshipers throughout the year, and amateurs of active and ecotourism are attracted by colorful national parks, which in the vicinity of Playa have a great variety, and lush tropical nature..
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How to get to Playa del Carmen
There are no direct scheduled flights from Russia to Mexico. Usually, flights are made with one transfer in Europe, Cuba or the USA. The same situation with flights from the CIS countries - a transplant in Europe will be required. The most favorable fares and acceptable connections are usually offered by Iberia, Lufthansa, Air France and KLM.
In the nearest city to Cancun, you can fly Iberia flights with a transfer in Madrid, Lufthansa in Frankfurt or KLM in Amsterdam. In any case, prepare to spend at least 15 hours on the road.
From Cancun airport to Playa del Carmen can be reached by buses departing from the second and third terminals at 10:50, 11:30, 12:30, 13:20, 14:50, 15:35, 16:20, 17 : 10, 18:00 and 19:00. The journey time is 65 minutes, the fare is $ 10. Tickets can be booked in advance in the appropriate section of the airport's website.
You can also book an individual transfer from Cancun airport directly to your hotel in one of two official travel agencies-representatives. Tariffs start at $ 65 per car, which is very beneficial if you travel by the company.
In addition to Playa, you can arrive by ferry from another popular resort town - the island of Cozumel. The journey will take from half an hour to an hour, depending on the provided water craft. The cost is 7, 50 $; a day runs up to 14 ferries.
Climate Playa del Carmen
| Average monthly temperature, ° C | ||||||||||||
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
| in the daytime | + 27 | + 27 | + 28 | + 29 | + 31 | + 31 | + 32 | + 32 | + 31 | + 30 | + 28 | + 27 |
| night | + 19 | + 20 | + 21 | + 22 | + 25 | + 25 | + 25 | + 25 | + 24 | + 23 | + 22 | + 20 |
| of water | + 24 | + 25 | + 27 | + 27 | + 29 | + 29 | + 30 | + 30 | + 29 | + 27 | + 26 | + 26 |
The Playa del Carmen has a steady mild climate throughout the year. The average winter temperature is + 26 °, in summer the thermometer is kept in the region of + 35 °. From May to the end of November - the rainy season (respectively, with high humidity), they are especially intense in late August, September and October.
Shopping and shopping
In Playa del Carmen full of traditional Mexican souvenirs: wicker baskets and woven items, small handcrafted blends in the national Indian style, colorful hammocks and, of course, tequila. Do not forget that most stores in the middle of the day close for a long siesta, usually from one hour to four pm.
Book popular Playa del Carmen hotels at the best prices
| Family Concierge at Paradisus La Esmeralda from 28 931 rubles Playa del Carmen Quinta Avenida Esquina Calle 112 Norte Lote 1 Manzana 569 | El Taj Oceanfront & Beachside Condo Hotel from 21 852 rubles Playa del Carmen 1 Norte Esquina Calle 14 Norte | Gran Porto Resort & Spa - All Inclusive from 20 313 rubles Playa del Carmen Constituyentes No 1 |
| Encanto Riviera Apartments from 7 941 rubles Playa del Carmen Calle 10 bis entre 20 y 25 colonia centro | Magic Blue from 9 541 rubles Playa del Carmen 10th Avenue, between 10th and 12th Street | In Fashion Hotel from 9 172 rubles Playa del Carmen Calle 12 Entre 5 Av y 10 Av |
| The Blue Pearl Apartments from 8 618 rubles Playa del Carmen Avenida 1a Norte No. 331 - Entre Calles 10 y 12 - Colonia Centro | Hotel Maya Azul from 3 140 rubles Playa del Carmen Av 5 entre calle 10 y 12 | Hotel Maya Bric from 5 479 rubles Playa del Carmen 5a Avenida 455 entre Calle 8 y 10 lote 7 |
| Bouganvillas B & B from 3,694 rubles Playa del Carmen Paseo Coba 15 Playacar Fase 2 | Los Amigos B & B from 3 078 rubles Playa del Carmen Penthouse 307 y 308 en Condominio Puerta del Cielo Akab, Fraccionamiento Playacar | Hotel Castillo Del Mar from 7 387 rubles Playa del Carmen Quinta Avenida Norte, esquina con calle 26, Manzana 57 Lote1 Colonia Xaman Ha |
Entertainment, excursions and attractions Playa del Carmen
The main entertainment of Playa del Carmen, given to all tourists without exception, is to pick one's finger in the alabaster tiny sand, gazing lazily at the perfectly blue blue line of the horizon.
If the spirit of adventure drives you from the paradise beaches of Playa, you can go on an organized trip through the lagoons and secluded coasts of the coast under the shadow of tropical vegetation. The duration of the tour is about 7 hours.
Evening mini-cruise Cancun - Isla-Mujeres suitable for fans of incendiary Caribbean rhythms. On board there is a bar with indispensable tequila, and the island hosts a folk show and a night flare disco.
History lovers should visit the Mayan cities of Chichen Itza and Tulum with their ancient stepped pyramids, gates and temples of a mysteriously disappeared civilization.
The national eco-archaeological park Shkaret offers a whole arsenal of active pursuits: snorkeling and diving, horseback riding, swimming in a company with dolphins, caves with butterflies and bats, a journey through the underground river and much more. Photos Playa del Carmen (15)