Dreaming of warm days and long nights, salty hair and wearing nothing but your swimmers? When most people think of paradise, chances are they’re imagining tropical, far-flung corners of the world. Sipping from coconuts, snorkelling with turtles, topping up your tan, finally reading that new Sally Rooney novel… after the few years we’ve had, a bit of R&R is just what the doctor ordered. If you’re feeling the same, here is our pick of where to travel in 2022 if you’ve missed tropical beaches. 

Once a simple fishing village frequented by pirates and traders in the heart of the Mayan Riviera, Playa del Carmen has a rich history dating back over 5000 years. Now modernised, it is a popular destination for travellers of all backgrounds, and this once sleepy coastal town on the Yucatan Peninsula has something to delight all your senses. There is no shortage of ways to spend your time in the Playa, but we’ve done our best to narrow down the top things to do in Playa del Carmen when travelling Mexico! 

There are so many reasons to flock to Mexico for some fun in the sun, but questions regarding the country’s safety may have you wondering whether it’s safe to travel. Read on to satiate your curiosity and be inspired to have the fiesta of a lifetime whilst travelling Mexico.