Riviera Maya

Balancing sunlit mornings and effervescent nights out is par for the course on the eastern shores of Quintana Roo. Cozumel (Playa del Carmen) are famous for their rich eco-tourism and miles-long Mesoamerican Barrier Reef — home to some of the most stunning coral reef formations and sea creatures in the Caribbean. And for less experienced divers, El Cielo in Cozumel (“The Sky”) — named after its warm, azure-colored water, is a secluded sanctuary perfect for starfish-viewing or simply floating in the gentle waves with a drink in hand. With Playa del Carmen’s eclectic nightlife just across the isle and effortlessly cool Tulum only a stone’s throw away, this port serves as a gateway to all the best spots in Mexico.