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How to start planning your vacation in The Rivera Maya in Mexico.

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Are you ready to go on vacation? Will it be your first time out of the US? This trip is beginner friendly!Here are some things you can do to start planning your vacation in Playa Del Carmen Mexico!!!
 
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I’ve always used American Airlines to when I fly. I’ve never had any major issues.
American Airlines - Airline tickets and low fares at aa.com
 
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I found April and her travel agency on Tik Tok. I’m glad we used her services. We told her what we wanted in a vacation and she found the perfect destination for us. If you want to use a Travel Agency ti plan your trip I highly recommend!
April Peter : Spring Grove, PA Travel Agent
 
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Playa del Carmen is a beautiful city, and it definitely has something for everyone Chamber Of Commerce.⬇️ You have the city with the shops, nightlife, and restaurants.Then you have your resorts and hotels, and of course it’s residential areas. This p...
Playa del Carmen, Mexico. Below is the number to the Chamber of Commerce.
 
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Getting a passport currently takes 4-6 weeks. Need a passport to got to any country outside of the US.
U.S. Passports - Travel
 
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All inclusive resort. With optional upgrade to be able to access the rooftop infinity pool,and have a room with a plunge pool. Definitely recommend! There also some other very nice perks if you opt in for the preferred club.
Secrets Moxché Playa del Carmen | All-Inclusive Resort Preferred Club!
 
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This company has a good reputation. You will want to plan your pick up and drop off from the airport.DO NOT RELY ON TAXIS!
Amstar: Excursions, Tours, Activities, Airport Shuttles
 
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Cenotes are actually sink holes! But the water is very clean and clear. The water is nice and cool. This exist all over Mexico!!! They are alot of fun!!!
Cenote Azul - All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go (2025)
 
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You will need a passport to travel to Mexico from the US! You want to get your passport a few months before you travel.
U.S. Passports - Travel
 
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This is an all inclusive resort! It’s very new, and the food is amazing for an all inclusive resort! Lots of different suites available! This is adults only!
Secrets Moxché Playa del Carmen, Mexico.
 
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This is a beautiful resort. The whole Xcaret Umbrella with resorts and amusement parks is definitely one to check out if you’re going to Mexico and would like some eco-tourism.
Hotel Xcaret Arte
 
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You will definitely want to bring this along on your trip so you can bring your phone with you when you do fun activities in and by the water!!!
Waterproof Phone Case
 
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This is a good product to bring with you. Sunscreen is knows to hurt wildlife and sue the reef, so they will want you to have this kind.
Reef Safe Sunscreen Guide
 
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We went on this excursion and it is unforgettable! This is a very family friendly activity!
Akumal -Swiming with Turtles