What should you avoid in Playa del Carmen?

Playa del Carmen is a generally safe destination for solo visitors, though they should exercise caution as petty crime and scams have been known to occur in Mexico. Tips for solo travelers include sticking to main tourist centers, staying in hostels, and not walking alone at night.

Is it safe to swim in Playa del Carmen?

Playa del Carmen, the north beach in Tulum, and Akumal all have lifeguards for the beaches but they are limited. Swim close to shore and it you are not a big swimmer, wear a life vest. Waves will not get to big, this is a not a surfers paradise so swimming can be done every day!

Is there cartel in Playa del Carmen?

The uniformed troops can now be seen patrolling the beaches, including Playa del Carmen where authorities have arrested three people in connection with the murder of the bar manager. The hitmen have been described as alleged members of the Sinaloa drug cartel.

Can you drink tap water in Playa del Carmen?

No, you can't drink the water in Playa Del Carmen. As a general rule, you shouldn't drink the water out of the tap anywhere in Mexico and this includes Playa del Carmen.

Can you drink beer on the beach in Playa del Carmen?

It is a beautiful sunny day and you want to stroll down the pedestrian street of 5th Avenue in Playa Del Carmen. You are also in Mexico, where the beer flows freely and also home to many liquors. However, don't take that drink to go and walk around with it. This is illegal to walk around town with an open drink.

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Is English spoken in Playa del Carmen?

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The great thing about Playa Del Carmen is just how international the city is and how many countries there are tourist from. English is by far the most spoken language besides Spanish.

Are mosquitos a problem in Playa del Carmen?

There are still mosquitoes in town, especially in vegetated areas. Outside of Cancun, they can be as thick as snowflakes at certain times, usually just before and after sunset and after rain. We remember thirteen straight days of rain when we were living in Playa del Carmen.

Why does Playa del Carmen smell?

For several years, growing amounts of the thick macroalgae have washed up on the shores of resorts including Cancún, Playa del Carmen and Tulum, turning water brown, blanketing beaches and releasing a pungent smell as it decays in the sun.

Can I brush my teeth with water in Playa del Carmen?

You can use the tap water to brush your teeth, however, do not drink the tap water. Drink water and lots of it.

Is it safe to walk around Playa del Carmen?

Playa del Carmen is a generally safe destination for solo visitors, though they should exercise caution as petty crime and scams have been known to occur in Mexico. Tips for solo travelers include sticking to main tourist centers, staying in hostels, and not walking alone at night.

Is Playa del Carmen safer than Tulum?

Both Playa del Carmen and Tulum are very safe towns. Being popular tourist destinations, there is a high presence of police and national guard around these areas to keep things peaceful.

Do the cartels run resorts?

Right Robert...the cartels own many of the large resorts. People are always shocked by that.

Are there sharks in Playa del Carmen?

Every year female bull sharks return to their breeding ground in the shallow waters in front of the coast of Playa del Carmen in Mexico. The bull shark is quite a large shark that can thrive in both freshwater and saltwater bodies of water.

What is the best month to go to Playa del Carmen?

The best time to visit Playa del Carmen is between April and May, when there are fewer people along the shore. Day temperatures hover between 70 and 80 degrees Fahrenheit, dropping slightly in the evenings. From October to March, the climate is generally dry and slightly warm.

Are there Stingrays in Playa del Carmen?

After your stingray encounter, you can go snorkeling with the stingrays and of course lots of beautiful tropical fish too! Watch the resident critters provide additional entertainment while relaxing at the beach club for the rest of the day.

What is the brown stuff on Cancun beaches?

Tourists looking for sun and sand in Mexican resorts like Cancun, Playa del Carmen and Tulum have been disgusted by foul-smelling mounds of sargassum — a seaweed-like algae — piling up on beaches and turning turquoise waters brown, and experts are warning that it may be the new normal.

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Is it always windy in Playa del Carmen?

Playa Del Carmen can be hot, humid, and windy. But it can also have the most perfect vacation weather – warm, still, and dry.

What is the best deterrent for mosquitoes?

Can you drink water in Riviera Maya?

Hi there, Yes, the water and ice are safe to drink. We have found over our years of traveling in Mexico that the finer resorts all have potable drinking water.

Are there bugs in Riviera Maya?

The bugs and other insects in Yucatan Peninsula are not really that bad but it depends where you are. If you go to some swampy areas, where the mangroves are, which a lot of people like to do in order to look at crocodiles and the different bird species, you are probably going to encounter problems with mosquitoes.

Is food expensive in Playa Del Carmen?

Overall prices for food in Playa Del Carmen are very reasonable. You get very good value compared to where you might live. Beachfront and 5th Avenue will be the more touristy and slightly more expensive places.

How much spending money do I need for Playa Del Carmen?

You should plan to spend around M$1,082 ($53) per day on your vacation in Playa del Carmen, which is the average daily price based on the expenses of other visitors. Past travelers have spent, on average, M$315 ($15) on meals for one day and M$318 ($16) on local transportation.