Things to Do in Riviera Maya
Riviera Maya vacations are packed with fun things to do. Spend a day exploring ancient Mayan ruins, go snorkeling or scuba diving off the coast of Cozumel, fly through the jungle on a zip line tour, or take in the sights and sounds of Mexico’s diverse ecosystems at world-class eco parks and nature reserves.
Riviera Maya is also home to quaint towns and communities with cultural attractions.
by Julieta Del Toro
The fantastic island of Cozumel is undoubtedly a favorite site for scuba diving, home to the renowned sites of Yucab, Maracaibo, Santa Rosa, Paraiso, Palancar and Punta Sur, which attract thousands of divers each year.
Within Cozumel is the island of Las Golondrinas (Island of the Swallows), surrounded by waters that hold an incomparable natural aquarium. Towards the west is found a fascinating and intricate system of live and petrified reefs that are either partially or completely submerged in the crystalline, tranquil Caribbean waters all year long; this is a preferred spot for divers, as it is a refuge for diverse marine species such as sea turtles, dolphins, manta rays, sharks and millions of multicolored fish that concentrate here due to the current that dominates this part of the reef.
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A few meters farther and you see the continental slope that descends abruptly 150 meters out, creating a wall that shelters in semi-darkness some of the strangest and most interesting life forms. Due to the incline of the wall, divers in certain areas feel as though they are swimming beneath it, creating an optical illusion that turns the experience into something surreal.
What can be seen beneath the surface is so beautiful it must be seen up close. Experience this magical underwater adventure, as a marvelous hidden world is revealed before your eyes.
Por Julieta Del Toro
Por quinto año consecutivo del 15 al 19 de octubre, Riviera Maya será el escenario donde se llevará a cabo el Riviera Maya Underground Film Festival, uno de los eventos de cine más importantes de nuestro país.
En su primera edición (2006) se realizó en Playa del Carmen, Quintana Roo con un éxito impresionante y participación de varios estados de la República, Sudamérica y Europa, hecho que motivó a los organizadores a continuar con el proyecto.
Algunas de las categorías en las que se compiten son: animación, experimental, documental, ficción o cine mudo.
La selección oficial de cortos en competencia constará de más de 40 producciones de varios estados de México, así como de países como Argentina, Portugal, España, Reino Unido, Israel, Estados Unidos, Chile y Alemania; además de la exhibición de los cortometrajes, se realiza un taller de cine, muestras de largometrajes, conferencias y recitales musicales.
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El festival busca generar puntos de encuentro entre los realizadores de producciones audiovisuales, especialistas y público en general. En este foro internacional los creadores podrán exhibir sus cortometrajes, los expertos emitirán sus opiniones y los asistentes conocerán aspectos importantes de la cultura cinematográfica.
Una interesante opción para los amantes del séptimo arte.
by Julieta Del Toro
This year, from the 15th to 19th of October, Riviera Maya will set the scene for one of the most important film events in the country: the 5th annual Riviera Maya Underground Film Festival.
The first event in 2006 took place in Playa del Carmen, Quintana Roo, with participation from various Mexican states, South America and Europe. Its overwhelming success motivated the organizers to continue the project.
A few of the categories of competition are: animation, experimental, documentary, fiction and silent films.
The official selection of competitors will consist of more than 40 productions from Mexico, Argentina, Spain, the United Kingdom, Israel, the United States, Chile and Germany among others; in addition to short films, there will be a film workshop, full-length film presentations, conferences and music recitals.
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The festival seeks to provide a meeting place for creators of audiovisual productions, specialists and the general public. Within this international forum creators can exhibit their short films, experts can express their opinions and the public can become acquainted with important aspects of cinematography.
The Riviera Maya Underground Film Festival is an interesting event for cinema lovers and a great way to experience international film culture.
¡Plante un árbol y contribuya con nuestro planeta! Participe de esta actividad en su próxima visita a la Riviera Maya.
Plant a tree and contribute to the planet! Be part of this activity on your next visit to Riviera Maya.
Xplor is a unique underground world, with 7 surprising adventure routes that invite you to rediscover yourself and put you in direct contact with the natural world.
Xplor es un mundo subterráneo único, con 7 sorprendentes circuitos de aventura que le invitan a redescubrir sus emociones y lo ponen en contacto con la naturaleza.
Travesía Sagrada Maya, retoma una tradición milenaria y lleva a cabo una recreación de la antigua peregrinación maya. ¡Un recorrido que no puede perderse!
Travesía Sagrada Maya, or the Sacred Journey of the Maya restores a thousand-year-old tradition and recreates the ancient Mayan pilgrimage. A show you cannot miss!
Sian Ka’an is the largest marine natural protected area in Mexico. It is also the most beautiful natural treasure of the Yucatan peninsula. | La reserva de Sian Ka’an es una de las áreas naturales protegidas más extensas en México y es, además, el tesoro natural por excelencia de toda la península de Yucatán.
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