Cancun | Riviera Maya Insider Tips

Cancun & Riviera Maya | A team of divers in eastern Mexico have discovered what's believed to be the longest underwater cave in the world, just three miles west of the white sand beaches of Tulum. Spanning 216 miles long, more than the combined height of 24 Mount Everests stacked on top of one another, the caves stretch downward to more then 332 feel, making parts of it deeper than London's Big Ben is tall. More exciting news of possibly deciphering the secrets of Maya civilization, as these Cenotes were often holy sites in Mayan culture, thought to be portals to the gods. Divers have unearthed religious artifacts, skeletons and more believed to be used for sacrifices.

Cancun & Riviera Maya | Consider upgrading your clients to a Presidential Suite at Zoetry Wellness Resorts & Spas. In addition to Endless Privileges, enjoy unrivaled luxury and holistic wellness, and VIP treatment with additional experiences. At Zoetry Paraiso de la Bonita, Riviera Maya, delight in a private cooking lesson, sunset dinner on the yacht, private boat excursion and a complimentary massage treatment.

Cancun & Riviera Maya | I enjoyed a wonderful Cancun FAM where I was excited to learn that guests at Secrets Akumal Riviera Maya enjoy complimentary access to the refreshing hydro-therapy part of the spa when staying in Club Level guestrooms. ~ Katie Thingstand, Destination Specialist

Cancun & Riviera Maya | Paradisus Cancun has incredible Service ... Royal Service delivers! Our Butler, Cesar, would surprise us with a special amenity each night when we returned to our room, from a bubble bath with floating roses to a good night note, each night was unique and special. He even offered unpacking and ironing services, a relief after a day of traveling. In addition, every restaurant is themed with international flavors, but our favorite was one of the best Mexican dinners ever at Mole Restaurant. ~ Yolanda Ramirez, Product Director

Cancun & Riviera Maya | Rosewood Mayakoba has an incredible Mayan cooking classes at La Ceiba Garden & Kitchen, a 20,000-square-foot outdoor-dining concept. Enjoy a two-hour class followed by a family-style meal for up to eight guests. Guests receive a welcome cocktail, recipe book and the opportunity to learn to create some of Yucatan's classics, including moles from Oaxaca, ceviches and fruits of the sea, and asado, which is the art of grilling and smoking.

Cancun & Riviera Maya | Chefs in floating canoes prepare fresh sushi for guests while pop-up carts offer refreshing coconut drinks for parched sun-worshipers at Secrets Maroma Beach Riviera Cancun.

Cancun & Riviera Maya | If you are visiting Cancun or Riviera Maya, don't miss the Equinox at Chichen Itza, one of the New Seven Wonders of the World and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Twice a year, in September and March, the sun aligns equally with the earth at the equator creating the same length of day and night. During this exact time, when the sun crosses the celestial equator, a phenomenal shadow is formed in the shape of a serpent (Kukulcan) and descends the corner steps of Chichen Itza's El Castillo pyramid, until reaching the head of the serpent.

Cancun & Riviera Maya | Six miles of freshwater lagoons that lead to a white sand beach with turquoise waters on the Caribbean Sea connect all of the hotels in Mayakoba: Banyan Tree Mayakoba, Fairmont Mayakoba and Rosewood Mayakoba. Guests are transported in boats via canals made exclusively for the resorts, which have led to Mayakoba being called the Venice of the Yucatan.