- yucatan peninsula facts

Where is the Yucatan Peninsula?

The Yucatan Peninsula is in the south east of Mexico, and it sticks out separating the Caribbean Sea from the Gulf of Mexico. Part of it includes Belize and Guatemala so it isn't all Mexico

Yucatan Peninsula Vacations

There are three different types of people who go to the Yucatan. There are those who go to party and congregate at Cancun and generally along the Mayan Riviera. Add to this the group who exclusively want to visit the historical sites of the Mayan Civilization. The third group wants to do a bit of both, and that is the main reason why you should choose the Yucatan Peninsula for your vacation.

Recently researched Yucatan Peninsula facts show an astonishingly high number of visitors come intending to do only one thing, but end up sightseeing as well as sunbathing. yucatan peninsula vacation

When should you visit the Yucatan Peninsula?

Yucatan has a lot of sunshine, and less than 20% of the days have rain. having said that there are two rainy seasons the first is between April and July, and the second October to January. This may vary between the north and south of Yucatan. The Peninsula is also in the hurricane belt and does get hit, so beware during the hurricane season. The best time to visit is between November and April when it is slightly cooler and less humid.

Reasons to Visit the Yucatan Peninsula

There is absolutely everything in the Yucatan Peninsula you need for a great vacation. Starting with some of the best and most beautiful beaches not just in Mexico but also the neighbouring Caribbean.
However that also brings with it drawbacks, and the resorts of Cancun and Tulum have grown beyond recognition, and staying there is like being in a smaller version of the USA so americanised have they become.

There is a terrific range of accommodation to suit all pockets, although because of the growth of the resort areas that has brought considerable price inflation with it.

It is mainly concentrated along the Mayan Riviera running between Cancun and Tulum. Names like Playa del Carmen, Playacar, Akumel are familiar in holiday brochures about Yucatan. Next to all of this is the Great Mayan reef.

Perhaps the biggest reason for visiting Yucatan are the three fantastic Mayan sites at Tulum, Uxmal, and Chichen Itza.

Summary

There are still great places to stay in the Yucatan peninsula that are slightly off the beaten track. You must research your vacation very thoroughly before booking, and you must include the Mayan sites in your itinerary.
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