Cindy & Jay
Cindy & Jay
Things to Do
Cancun Adventures (Marina Cancún)
Cancun Adventures is a full-service excursion company offering a wide variety of experiences throughout Cancún and the Riviera Maya. Guests can book luxury catamaran sails to Isla Mujeres, snorkeling and reef tours, cenote and lagoon swims, and wildlife experiences like swimming with sea turtles in Akumal. For adventure seekers, they offer ATV rides, zip-lining, jungle adventures, and cenote combinations, while culture lovers can enjoy guided tours to Chichén Itzá and Tulum. They also provide private and customizable tours, making it easy for couples, families, or groups to tailor an experience. Most excursions include transportation, guides, and equipment, and can be booked easily online in advance.
TOP BEACHES IN CANCUN
🏝️ Playa Delfines – One of Cancún’s most famous beaches with wide powder-white sand and bright turquoise water — ideal for sunbathing, swimming, and photos (look for the iconic “Cancún” sign!).
🌊 Playa Tortugas – Great for water sports and swimming, and right by the ferry dock if you plan to head to Isla Mujeres.
🌅 Playa Marlin – Beautiful clear water and soft sand in the Hotel Zone — perfect for a relaxing beach day.
☀️ Playa Caracol – A bit calmer and quieter, with shallow water — great for families or a peaceful swim.
🏖️ Playa Chac Mool – Central Hotel Zone beach with a classic Cancún vibe, ideal for swimming and lounging.
🌴 Playa Ballenas – Another beautiful beach in the Hotel Zone with restaurants and water activities nearby.
🌞 Playa Langosta – Close to Playa Tortugas and ideal for swimming with gentle waves, plus nearby places to eat.
🛥️ Playa Norte (Isla Mujeres) – A must-visit if you take the 20-minute ferry from Cancún. It’s known for calm, shallow turquoise water and powdery beaches — a perfect full-day beach escape.
SHOPPING & MARKETS
Plaza Las Américas
A large favorite local shopping mall in downtown Cancún with international brands, Mexican retailers, cafés, and a food court — great for air-conditioned shopping, clothes, electronics, and souvenirs.
Mercado 28
A colorful open-air artisan market in downtown Cancún filled with stalls selling handmade crafts, jewelry, textiles, leather goods, and souvenirs. You’ll also find street food and casual restaurants nearby — a classic local experience.
Market 23
A more authentic local marketplace where vendors sell fresh produce, spices, meats, and Mexican specialties — plus street food and traditional snacks. It’s less crowded than some tourist markets and gives a peek into everyday life in Cancún.
Mercado Coral Negro
Located in the Hotel Zone, this small local market offers souvenirs, handcrafted jewelry, beaded items, and decorative goods — a quick and easy stop for picking up gifts or small authentic items.
Plaza La Fiesta
A boutique-style shopping spot in the Hotel Zone with a big range of handicrafts, accessories, home décor, and souvenirs — perfect for browsing a variety of quality Mexican goods in one place.