INFORMATION on the Riviera Maya

Mexico Sol ( mexicosol.com/ ) - 'Escape to Paradise' directory of things to do and see on the Riviera Maya. Information about Tulum, Coba and Chichen Itza Mayan ruins, Sian Kaan Biosphere adventures, Xcaret, Xel-Ha and Xcalak waterparks, catamaran sailing and snorkeling, sport fishing, flyfishing, therapeutic massage, yoga, villa chef catering services, live salsa music, van transportation and Mayan ceremonial weddings in and around Puerto Aventuras, Playa del Carmen, Tulum, Akumal and Cancun.

Cancun South ( cancunsouth.com/ ) - the opinionated travel guide to the Mayan Riviera. Information for the independent traveler to Playa del Carmen and the Caribbean Coast of Mexico.

PATAS Animal Welfare ( patas.com.mx/ ) - `Alone, we can accomplish little. Together, we can make the world a better place for all beings' PATAS is working with children, educating them to the responsibilities inherent with the care and rehabilitating of injured animals of all species.

Amigos de Sian Ka'an ( amigosdesiankaan.org/ ) - a non-profit, non-governmental organization established in Cancún, Mexico in 1986 by scientists and conservationists to 'preserve the biodiversity and maintain the ecological processes of the Sian Ka'an region for the well-being of present and future.

ACTIVITIES - Tours and Travel

Mexico Sol ( mexicosol.com/ ) - 'Escape to Paradise' directory of things to do and see on the Riviera Maya. Information about Tulum, Coba and Chichen Itza Mayan ruins, Sian Kaan Biosphere adventures, Xcaret, Xel-Ha and Xcalak waterparks, catamaran sailing and snorkeling, sport fishing, flyfishing, therapeutic massage, yoga, villa chef catering services, live salsa music, van transportation and Mayan ceremonial weddings in and around Puerto Aventuras, Playa del Carmen, Tulum, Akumal and Cancun.

All Mexico Tours ( quintaluna.com/allmexicotours/tours.htm/ ) - Visit Tulum, Coba, Sian Kaan, cenotes and nature reserves in a private tour away from the crowds. Discover the mysteries of the Maya with a trilingual guide (English, Spanish, German) and pamper yourself to a unique experience in a small group with personalized service.

Cubanasol ( cubanasol.com/ )  - casa particular private homes to rent by the day, week or month. Exciting pallandares local restaurants for la cucina criolla y la musica latina.

ACTIVITIES - Scuba Diving Equipment

Fedial International Mexico ( fedial.com.mx/ and watersport.com.mx/ ) - We carry a complete inventory (wholesale and retail) of scuba, snorkel and cave diving equipment delivered to shops anywhere on the Riviera Maya, and shipped anywhere in Mexico and Belize. Much of our equipment is made by Italian Companies- Tigullio, Best Divers, Fa Mi, Aqua and OmerSub. Along with these, we carry Mares (we are the exclusive distributor of Mares in the region), Dacor and Sporasub. Our Retail Shop is located in Playa del Carmen (Plaza Antiqua) and our warehouse is in Cancun, Mexico.

ACTIVITIES - Sport Fishing

Capt Ricks Sports Fishing ( captricksfishing.com/ ), ( fishyucatan.com/ ) - troll for sailfish, marlin, wahoo and dorado right outside Puerto Aventuras Marina! Year round sport fishing charters with English-speaking captains. 'Catch and Release' rules apply to all billfish. Eight boats to choose from. Activities include trolling, drift fishing and fly-fishing, snorkeling and swimming.

Tequila Sunrise Fishing ( tequilasunrisefishing.com/ ) and ( chartermexico.com/ ) - Wanna' Go Fishing or Wanna' Catch Fish? People base their fishing success on the amount of fish they catch. We've been putting fish and fishermen together for over ten years! Captain Glen always keeps his boats equiped with the latest tackle. His experienced English speaking captains know all the latest techniques guaranteed to catch you fish year-round.

ACTIVITIES - Parasailing

Riviera Maya Parasail Adventures ( snubamexico.com/ ) - daily Flights for the experience of a lifetime. Fly Single or Tandem with a friend. Guaranteed, Fun, Safe and Comfortable. We have two new vessels, a great factory trained, multilingual crew, and a full-service logo shop. We offer safe departures from pier, not the beach. No Experience Necessary...if you can Sit, you can Fly!

ACTIVITIES - Catamaran Sailing

Mexico Sol Tours ( mexicosol.com/ ) - 'Escape to Paradise' exciting catamaran cruise and snorkel along tropical Caribbean beaches, Puerto Aventuras, Playa del Carmen, Tulum on Mexican Riviera Maya.

Blue Magic Raiatea ( raiatea ) - Day Sail along the Beautiful Caribbean Ocean
A once in a lifetime opportunity to sail thru the Caribbean on the largest catamaran in the Rivera Maya. RAIATEA is a 99 foot catamaran constructed in La Rochelle, France. This racing Cat won many awards crossing the Pacific before coming to the warm shores of sunny Mexico

Snuba Cat Catamaran ( snuba cat ) - Come explore the shallow reefs of the Riviera Maya aboard our 42' custom Snuba Cat. We sail from Marina Puerto Aventuras twice a day, seven days a week. We provide a sandwich buffet, snacks and open bar. Choose between drift snorkeling, power snorkeling and snuba diving. Each of our water sport activities are supervised by our bilingual, rescue-diver certified guides.

SERVICES - Exercise and Massage

Mexico Sol Tours ( mexicosol.com/ ) - 'Escape to Paradise' therapeutic massage, yoga, Puerto Aventuras, Playa del Carmen, Tulum on Mexican Riviera Maya.

SERVICES - Restaurants and Catering, Event Planning

Caribbean Sol Catering Services ( caribbeansol.com/catering.htm ) - Our Chefs and staff can shop, cook, serve and clean up afterwards. Whether you need lunch and dinner for a week or an intimate dinner for two, our combination of friendly service and cooking artistry come together to create a truly unforgettable dining experience. We offer Traditional Mayan and Mexican, Italian, Thai, California Nouveau and Spa Cuisines. We can handle special diets, special requests, and we're great with kids. We are also available to cater Mayan weddings, private yachts and seminars.

SERVICES - Internet Services

Caribbean Sol Web Site Services ( caribbeansol.net ) - 'Everything you need to maintain your website' Based in Puerto Aventuras Mexico with redundant servers in the USA, we offer packaged and a la carte web hosting and management services. From web design, domain registration, web hosting thru google site placement, we can help you get your business off the ground and on the Internet.

SERVICES - Language Studies, Translations, Legal and Accounting

Solexico (solexico.com/ ) - Custom Language Studies. Learn Spanish in Mexico's most unique language schools. We provide students with intensive Spanish courses in the Mexican Caribbean beaches of Playa del Carmen and in the beautiful colonial city of Oaxaca

Viajes Royal Caribe ( vrcaribe.com ) - Lawyers and Accountants, legal and immigration services FM-2 FM-3, contract law, foreign investment, real estate specialists and bookkeeping, corporate financing. We serve Playa del Carmen, Puerto Aventuras, Akumal, Playacar, Cancun, Tulum, Mexico Mayan Riviera.
y en espanñol,( vrcaribe.com.mx ) - Abogados y Contables, constitución de sociedades, consultoría y servicios legales y migratorios, expedición o reposición de FM3, declaración de inmigrado, salidas definitivas, avisos inversion, derecho corporativo, consultor de la boda, inversión extranjera

SERVICES - Artwork, Interior Decorating and Custom Fabrics

Art by Andrea ( artbyandrea.com/ ) - Hand-painted home furnishings and unique clothing from the Mexican Riviera Maya. I apply traditional Mayan and Aztec designs to silk, cotton and natural jute fabric to create one of a kind objects of art and function.

LODGING - Condominiums and Vacation Villas for Rent

Mayan Dream Villas, Palapas, Condos ( mayandreamvillas.com/ ) - Luxury vacation rentals, oceanfront, pool, privacy, relaxation, family, associaites, Riviera Maya, villa chef catered banquets, cooks, provisions, weddings, corporate retreat catering, family reuinion, Playa del Carmen hideaway, Marina Puerto Aventuras , Tulum accommodation, Akumal beachfront villa, Mexico Caribbean Coast. Live on a tropical beach for a week in one of the most soothing and relaxing places on earth.

Casa del Agua ( casadelagua ) - Oceanfront Villa with four suites offering simple luxury and privacy in Puerto Aventuras on the fabulous Riviera Maya. Experience silky white sand and turquoise waters of the sunny Caribbean Sea. Come for a day or stay a week; let up pamper you with our spa, our beach, and our cuisine!

Casa Mariposa (butterfly house) ( casamariposa ) - We open up our home and invite you to a relaxing and rejuvinating stay while you enjoy the beauty of the enchanted Mayan Riviera. Casa Mariposa overlooks the sparkling azure waters that offer a reef full of tropical fish. Dive, snorkel, or even cast a fishing rod within steps of the villa. Cool off and refresh in one of our pools. Come stay with us and you will feel a unforgetable, new tranquil aurora take over.

Tulum-Villa ( tulum-villa.com/ ) - Luxury vacation rentals, oceanfront, pool, privacy, relaxation, family, associaites, Riviera Maya, villa chef catered banquets, cooks, provisions, weddings, corporate retreat catering, family reuinion, Playa del Carmen hideaway, Marina Puerto Aventuras , Tulum accommodation, Akumal beachfront villa, Mexico Caribbean Coast. Live on a tropical beach for a week in one of the most soothing and relaxing places on earth.

Tulum Sol ( tulumsol.com/ ) - Luxury vacation rentals, oceanfront, pool, privacy, relaxation, family, associaites, Riviera Maya, villa chef catered banquets, cooks, provisions, weddings, corporate retreat catering, family reuinion, Playa del Carmen hideaway, Marina Puerto Aventuras , Tulum accommodation, Akumal beachfront villa, Mexico Caribbean Coast. Live on a tropical beach for a week in one of the most soothing and relaxing places on earth.

Tulum Palapas ( tulumpalapas.com/ ) - Luxury vacation rentals, oceanfront, pool, privacy, relaxation, family, associaites, Riviera Maya, villa chef catered banquets, cooks, provisions, weddings, corporate retreat catering, family reuinion, Playa del Carmen hideaway, Marina Puerto Aventuras , Tulum accommodation, Akumal beachfront villa, Mexico Caribbean Coast. Live on a tropical beach for a week in one of the most soothing and relaxing places on earth.

Tulum Luxury Villas ( tulumluxuryvillas.com/ ) - Luxury vacation rentals, oceanfront, pool, privacy, relaxation, family, associaites, Riviera Maya, villa chef catered banquets, cooks, provisions, weddings, corporate retreat catering, family reuinion, Playa del Carmen hideaway, Marina Puerto Aventuras , Tulum accommodation, Akumal beachfront villa, Mexico Caribbean Coast. Live on a tropical beach for a week in one of the most soothing and relaxing places on earth.

Tulum Dream Villas ( tulumdreamvillas.com/ ) - Luxury vacation rentals, oceanfront, pool, privacy, relaxation, family, associaites, Riviera Maya, villa chef catered banquets, cooks, provisions, weddings, corporate retreat catering, family reuinion, Playa del Carmen hideaway, Marina Puerto Aventuras , Tulum accommodation, Akumal beachfront villa, Mexico Caribbean Coast. Live on a tropical beach for a week in one of the most soothing and relaxing places on earth.

Tulum Dream Palapas ( tulumdreampalapas.com/ ) - Luxury vacation rentals, oceanfront, pool, privacy, relaxation, family, associaites, Riviera Maya, villa chef catered banquets, cooks, provisions, weddings, corporate retreat catering, family reuinion, Playa del Carmen hideaway, Marina Puerto Aventuras , Tulum accommodation, Akumal beachfront villa, Mexico Caribbean Coast. Live on a tropical beach for a week in one of the most soothing and relaxing places on earth.

Sian Kaan Villa ( siankaanvilla.com/ ) - Luxury vacation rentals, oceanfront, pool, privacy, relaxation, family, associaites, Riviera Maya, villa chef catered banquets, cooks, provisions, weddings, corporate retreat catering, family reuinion, Playa del Carmen hideaway, Marina Puerto Aventuras , Tulum accommodation, Akumal beachfront villa, Mexico Caribbean Coast. Live on a tropical beach for a week in one of the most soothing and relaxing places on earth.

Sian Kaan Villas ( siankaan-villas.com/ ) - Luxury vacation rentals, oceanfront, pool, privacy, relaxation, family, associaites, Riviera Maya, villa chef catered banquets, cooks, provisions, weddings, corporate retreat catering, family reuinion, Playa del Carmen hideaway, Marina Puerto Aventuras , Tulum accommodation, Akumal beachfront villa, Mexico Caribbean Coast. Live on a tropical beach for a week in one of the most soothing and relaxing places on earth.

Villa Gran Tortuga ( villagrantortuga.com/ ) - Come enjoy a Private Paradise! This gorgeous home is built in the traditional mayan style. The common room has doors that open up onto the ocean. Huge thatched roofs and wide open doors let the sound of the waves and the wind drift through the house. This villa is fantastically suited to groups of friends or families. The kitchen is wonderful and has a perfect servant's entrance. This home is one of a kind. It is one of our most booked homes.

Villa Paradise ( villaparadise.com.mx/ ) - This beautiful 4-bedroom Luxury Villa was dreamed up and designed by its owner as the perfect vacation spot. Villa Paradise sits along a semiprivate stretch of beach known as Playa Parasio. This home has a beautiful open floor plan fantastic for families with small children. It has a open dining area on the second floor where you can look at the ocean and watch the stars. It is also the perfect place to enjoy a lazy afternoon massage or sunrise yoga.