by admin | October 18th, 2008
Costa Maya, Mexico is included in the Caribbean Cruise Destinations series on Squidoo.com as one of the stops on some Western Caribbean Cruise itineraries. Costa Maya is a small tourist region in the state of Quintana Roo, Mexico, located between Cancun and Belize. The area is generally undeveloped but has been growing quickly and rapidly after construction of a large pier to accommodate cruise ships.
Once Costa Maya was a trading post for the Mayan Empire. It is located in the Mexican Caribbean and is best known for its jungles, beaches, lagoons and Mayan ruins. There are numerous shore excursions that relate to the Mayan Empire and to the beautiful snorkeling waters that are found throughout the area.
So, it is interesting to note that Costa Maya, located on the Caribbean Sea approximately 100 miles south of Playa del Carmen and quite close to the border of Belize, was built out of the jungle specifically to cater to the cruise passengers. It was designed to be self-sufficient and even the water is drinkable.
The Port of Costa Maya is quickly becoming a center of attention on the Western Caribbean Cruise Routes. The city of Costa Maya is set up to resemble a Mayan city and provides a showcase for the ancient and colonial heritage of the area.Click on this link for some specific recommendations on shore excursions.
Anything in particular you are looking for in Costa Maya? I can’t guarantee you will find everything, but I have included a lot more information on Costa Maya at this location. Also, check out the slide show of photos on Costa Maya and the area around it.
