Travel Guide Playa del Carmen Mexico
Over the last few years, this little beach town has grown to become the most appealing destination in the Riviera Maya.
People from all over the world visit Playa del Carmen, drawn by its stunning beaches and its relaxed Caribbean lifestyle.
With visitors from all corners of the globe, Playa del Carmen has a cosmopolitan ambiance that is unmatched in the area, and people of all nationalities can be found shopping in the streets, suntanning on the beach, or dancing the night away in one of the town’s trendy nightspots.
Playa means “beach” in Spanish, and despite its rapid growth and a wide range of services and 
amenities, Playa del Carmen has remained a true beach town.
Everywhere you go the turquoise Caribbean is just a few steps away.
Savor traditional Mayan seafood or homemade international cuisine, visit stylish boutiques, galleries and shops, or just chill out in a sidewalk cafe.
You’ll find everything you need in Playa del Carmen, from groceries to swim suits, pharmacy supplies to snorkeling masks. The
town has all types of shops from small local vendors to large businesses; even a Sam’s Club and a Wal-mart. So pack light and buy it for less when you get here. There are several banks and many ATM machines throughout town.