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Yearning to see new side of coastal Mexico? Costa Maya is a breathtaking start. Both Mahahual, a gorgeous beach with see-to-the-bottom turquoise water, and Xcalak, a sleepy fishing village lined with wooden houses, make for beach experiences that feel, true or not (they're not), as if you're the first to have found them. Lesser-known Mayan ruins like Dzibanche and Kinichna offer a glimpse into the deeply complicated and rich history that the Yucatán peninsula has to share.
Laid-back coast with sandy beaches & waterfront eateries, plus diving around offshore coral reefs.