Family vacation idea: Riviera Maya resort

The Riviera Maya, south of Cancun, has all-inclusives that welcome families plus so much to explore outside the resorts.

The new Marina El Cid Riviera Maya -- just 30 minutes from the Cancun airport-- has a huge freeform pool with waterplay zone; kids love the waterslide and cliff jump. (See the diver, right?)

The resort is close to snorkeling, on the second largest barrier coral reef in the world; other terrific outings in the Riviera Maya include Xcaret eco-theme park, with first-rate night-show; Tulum Mayan ruins, right on the sea; and "cenote" swimming holes.

• read about the Marina El Cid Riviera Maya resort for families
• more about the Riviera Maya -- highlights, and resorts

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