Anyone who has traveled with children will know that it is vital to the success of a holiday/vacation to keep them happy. Avoiding the dreaded words “I’m bored” and keeping them safe are key to a successful trip with children. Fortunately a trip to the Mayan Riviera is ideal and has plenty to keep the kids happy.
Swimming and Snorkeling
Most children will happily spend all day messing about in the water, and in the Mayan Riviera you are really spoiled for choice. There are beautiful beaches with safe warm ocean water. There are easily accessible reefs and lagoons full of interesting brightly colored fish. Then there are the cenotes, deep natural pools of clear water which are ideal for swimming. Of course in addition to all of this, there is whatever pool facilities your hotel/resort has on offer.
Sights of Special Interest to Children
The ancient Mayan ruins are exactly the sort of historical site that appeals to children. More Indian Jones than 1066 they have an air of mystery that will appeal (as long as you don’t spend TOO long educating them on Mayan history!). One advantage of the Mayan ruins is that none are too far from the Mayan Riviera itself (children hate car journeys to see far-off sites that drag them away from the beach and pool).
There are also the unique “eco-archeological” theme parks, Xcaret and Xel-ha.
There are a range of other water-sports on the Mayan Riviera, including Kayaking and sailing for your kids to try out.
Safe and Healthy
When traveling to the Mayan Riviera with children keep in mind the strength of the sun. If you are coming from Northern Europe or North America then the power of the Caribbean sun will come as a shock. Use plenty of a high-factor sunblock and apply it frequently throughout the day. Keep them covered up and wearing a sun hat whenever possible, including wearing a t-shirt or similar when in the water.
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May 20, 2008 at 1:06 pm
We love the Mayan Riviera! Most people don’t understand that this is a key part of the Caribbean and it is often times more accessable for the West Coast visitors than even the chain of islands that start with the BVI. If there was a town in this region that I could easily live full time it would be Playa Del Carmen. It has been a hang out of mine from time to time over the past 15 years. What a changes has happened there since my first visit! Regarding children and the Caribbean sun, your advice is important to heed. I grew up in Redondo Beach, California, and no parent at that time understood the impact of the sun. We were in it all the time surfing and sailing with no protection. Today I visit the doc each year to have my spots checked. I look forward to visiting your site again.
June 17, 2008 at 3:54 pm
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