As the gateway to the Riviera Maya, Cancún is a thriving beach community and Mexico's most popular tourist destination. In stunning full-color, Fodor's Cancún & the Riviera Maya illustrates the best beaches, resorts, restaurants, and activities in the region, including Cozumel and the Yucatán. -UPDATED COVERAGE: Curated content for the Yucatán Peninsula as well as the best new hotels, spas, and restaurants have been added. Beach reviews include "Best For" rankings that help travelers choose the perfect beach. -ILLUSTRATED FEATURES: Magazine-style, full-color features bring the astounding architectural ruins of Chichén Itzá to life. Travelers will enjoy some of the region's more indulgent pleasures as they expand their Tequila and Mezcal vocabulary or peruse the menus of the area's best spas. A scuba and snorkeling feature reveals waters so clear that it's possible to see puffy white clouds in the sky even from 20 feet underwater. -INDISPENSABLE TRIP PLANNING TOOLS: It's easy to plan a vacation for any interest using the guide's "Top Experiences" and "Great Itineraries" sections; maps that locate Cancún's hottest nightclubs; and tips for families, weddings, and honeymoons. -DISCERNING RECOMMENDATIONS: Fodor's Cancun and the Riviera Maya offers savvy advice and recommendations from seasoned updaters to help travelers make the most of their time. Fodor's Choice designates our best picks, from hotels to nightlife. -INCLUDES: Cancún, Cozumel, Isla Mujeres, Playa del Carmen, Riviera Maya, Tulum, Chichén Itzá, the Yucatán, and more. -ABOUT FODOR'S AUTHORS: Each Fodor's Travel Guide is researched and written by local experts.