The Maya called them dzonots (sacred wells). The Spanish — mangling the Mayan name — called them cenotes. We call them unsurpassable swimming holes. The Yucatán peninsula, where most of Mexico's ...

Akumal is a coastal resort town on the Yucatan Peninsula known for its white-sand beaches, sparkling water and stunning coral reefs. It is also rich in marine life, including sea turtles. The area is ...

4. Akumal Akumal, which translates to “place of the turtles” in Maya, is an important nesting and feeding site for green turtles. They hangout in Akumal Bay year-round to feed on the abundant seagrass ...

With quiet beaches and clear turquoise waters, Akumal offers a variety of chill things to do. These are ideal for anyone ...

It's our second edition of Gothamist's travel content, Gothamist Getaways. Four times a year, we'll have a week of posts featuring looks at travel, food, products and tips—near and far—for making your ...

With kids out of school for summer vacation it’s time to swap bustling city life for tropical views and rolling ocean waves. Families looking for sunny adventures will love exploring the Riviera Maya, ...