Riviera Maya & Quintana Roo, Mexico

Occupying the East Caribbean Coast of Mexico, Quintana Roo is a small slice of paradise where beaches, ancient ruins, lush jungles, and watery worlds all jostle for the limelight. The fact such a bounty of wonders is squeezed into this coastal corridor forms much of its allure and makes Quintana Roo the perfect location for a luxury holiday. The region has plenty to offer for everyone, from popular tourist destinations such as Cancún and Tulum, to quieter off the beaten track hidden gems like Isla Holbox or Bacalar, each boasting a unique and diverse experience. We love the Riviera Maya as its entire length is one long stretch of powdery sand, lapped by turquoise waters harbouring untouched kaleidoscopic reefs and lined with luxury resorts. It’s a collection of beaches that rival any across the country and one where groups of dolphins and whale sharks can be spotted a little further out to sea. Inland, a wealth of pyramidal ruins lurk among the wild undergrowth, a legacy of the ancient Maya civilisation that has left its mark on the Mexican landscape, and its collection of cenotes (natural sinkholes) make for dreamy cooling spots. Bliss!