14 Amazing Things to Do At xcaret with Kids

Xcaret with Kids

We try to inspire our kids to love nature. Everywhere we travel with our kids we look for opportunities to take them outdoors to see how beautiful the world and all its creatures are. While in the Mayan Riviera we couldn’t pass up an opportunity to visit Xcaret with our kids (aged 2 & 4). With so many fun things to do at Xcaret with kids, we knew they would love a visit to this beautiful oceanfront nature & cultural theme park. 

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Amazing Family-Friendly Hotels Near Xcaret

Room view at Hotel Xcaret Mexico - hotels near xcaret.

If you take a moment and look at our extensive collection of blog posts about visiting Mexico with kids, you’ll see how much we love taking family vacations to this beautiful country. Of all the places to go on a family beach holiday in Mexico, the Riviera Maya is the best. And, while you are there, the very best eco-park in all of Mexico is Xcaret.

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Riu Palace Cabo San Lucas Review

A review of the Riu Palace Cabo San Lucas all-inclusive resort

The Riu Palace Cabo San Lucas is a beachfront 5-star luxury all-inclusive resort on the beautiful white sand El Médano Beach (Playa El Médano) on the southern tip of the Baja California Peninsula. At the Cabo San Lucas Riu Palace you’ll enjoy outstanding views of the famous rock formations across Cabo Bay, while enjoying high-quality Mexican, American and international cuisine at the wide selection of restaurants, or a premium drink from one of the many bars.

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10 Best Playa del Carmen Hotels for Families

a family of four jumps into the Caribbean water off the Mayakoba boat.

When you want a relaxing beach getaway with adventure around every corner, the best Playa del Carmen hotels for families are ready to take you away and create lasting family memories. Imagine staying at one of these beachfront family friendly resorts with many kid-friendly amenities, such as a kids pool, kids club, babysitting services, etc.

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7 Family Friendly Destinations in Mexico

two kids throw sand in the air while on a family beach vacation to the Riu Palace Cabo San Lucas, Mexico.

Mexico is my happy place – I could travel there with my family again and again. With a rich blend of culture, tropical scenery, adventure, and relaxation, Mexico is an incredible destination for a family holiday. We have traveled to Mexico with our kids on many occasions and are eager to share our seven favorite family friendly destinations in Mexico.

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The 6 Best Public Beaches in Playa del Carmen

Best Public Beaches in Playa del Carmen

Our recent family trip to Playa del Carmen was our first time staying outside of an all-inclusive resort in Mexico. We were excited about a more authentic Mexico trip, but we worried about the quality of the public beaches in Playa del Carmen. I’m happy to report that this concern was unfounded and we enjoyed our time at many of the best public beaches in Playa del Carmen. 

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Top 15 Tips to Have the Best Day at Xcaret Mexico

Tips for visiting Xcaret

Xcaret Park is a must-see attraction in the Maya Riviera. Xcaret is a huge eco-park featuring over 50 amazing attractions, including the Xcaret underground river, Mayan archeological and cultural sites, Mexican wildlife exhibits and much, much more.

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Mexico City with Kids

Castillo de Chapultepec - Mexico City with Kids

We’ve traveled to Mexico many times before but we’ve always wanted to visit Mexico City with our kids. To be honest, we always asked ourselves, “Is Mexico City safe to visit with kids?” With the safety reputation of Mexico City having improved significantly in recent years, we decided to give it a go and we are glad we did! In fact, it ended up on our list of our favorite family destinations in Mexico.

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4 Kid-Friendly Cenotes In the Mayan Riviera

Popular Mayan Riviera cenotes for kids

With world-famous white sand beaches set in a tropical paradise, many visitors to the Mayan Riviera never leave the beach at their resort. While this is understandable, it’s a bit of a shame as there are so many incredible things to do with kids in the Mayan Riviera. Two of our favorite things to do with kids near Playa del Carmen is to visit the best Mexican eco-parks and to swim in the best kid-friendly cenotes in the Mayan Riviera.

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