How to Use Colectivos in Playa del Carmen Like a Local (2025 Guide)

Routes, prices, stops, safety tips, and how to travel to Tulum, Akumal & Puerto Morelos. If you want to travel around the Riviera Maya cheaply, quickly, and like a local, colectivos are one of the best options. These shared vans run constantly up and down Highway 307, connecting Playa del Carmen to Tulum, Akumal, Puerto […]
How to Navigate Cancun Airport Step-by-Step (Arrival to Exit)

A traveler’s guide to immigration, customs, baggage claim, shuttles, and what to avoid. If you’re flying into the Riviera Maya, your journey begins at Cancun International Airport (CUN)—one of the busiest airports in Latin America. Whether it’s your first time or your 20th, arriving can feel chaotic with the crowds, vendors, and endless signs. This […]
How to Get Around Playa del Carmen Without a Car (Complete 2025 Guide)

One of the best things about living in—or visiting—Playa del Carmen is that you don’t need a car. The city is compact, walkable, and filled with cheap, reliable transportation options. Whether you’re here for a week or settling in long-term, getting around is easy, safe, and budget-friendly. Here’s your complete guide to navigating Playa del […]
The Best Ways to Get to Playa del Carmen From the Cancun Airport (2025 Guide)

Your complete transportation guide — shuttles, buses, taxis, rental cars, and the safest options. If you’re flying into Cancún International Airport (CUN) and heading to Playa del Carmen, you have several reliable transportation options. Some are cheaper, some are faster, and others are better for families or groups. This guide breaks down every way to […]
Driving to Mexico: Safety Tips and Border Crossings (What You Need to Know Before You Go)

Whether you’re moving to Mexico, heading to your winter home, or planning a road trip adventure, driving to Mexico can be an incredible experience—as long as you know the rules, routes, and safety protocols. This guide breaks everything down: the documents you need, the safest border crossings, what to expect at checkpoints, and road-safety tips […]
Best Car Rental Agencies in Playa del Carmen, Mexico (2025)

Driving in the Riviera Maya gives you so much freedom — you can explore cenotes, Mayan ruins, and coastal towns at your own pace. Here are some of the best car rental options in Playa del Carmen, depending on your style, budget, or how “local” you want to go. 1. SIXT 2. SIXT 3. Europcar […]
Exploring the Yucatán by Train: How the Tren Maya Is Changing Playa del Carmen Travel (2025)

The Yucatán Peninsula has always been one of Mexico’s most fascinating regions — home to turquoise coasts, lush jungle, ancient Mayan cities, and lively cultural towns. But in 2025, exploring it has become easier, cheaper, and more accessible than ever thanks to one major change: The Tren Maya. With Playa del Carmen positioned as one […]
