In Cancun and the Yucatan, you can enjoy exquisite beaches, exhilarating adventures, or rejuvenating relaxation. You can go to Playa del Carmen with its hip social life or Isla Mujeres, where life moves along in a manana mode. Whether you want to explore ancient Mayan culture or modern day margarita culture, enjoy a siesta or a fiesta, stay in a luxurious resort or small palapa hotel, seek out best archaeological sites or the liveliest nightlife, this friendly guide is just the ticket with the scoop on:

• The best beaches, known for powdery white sand and crystal-clear waters



• Cozumel, a diver s paradise with a myriad of water activities centered around its famous reef



• World-class scuba diving, snorkeling, cenote diving, fly fishing, golf, tennis, or birding



• Delicious local specialties



• Shopping for jewelry and authentic Mexican crafts

Like every For Dummies travel guide, Cancun & the Yucatan For Dummies, Second Edition, includes:

• Down-to-earth trip-planning advice



• What you shouldn t miss and what you can skip



• The best hotels and restaurants for every budget



• Handy Post-it Flags to mark your favorite pages