Akumal Beach Resort

After all the planning, packing, and money you spend to get to Akumal and enjoy your vacation, the last thing you want to do is keep planning and managing your entire trip. - Read full article.

The best places to snorkel in Akumal

I've told you before exactly what gear you'll need to have a great snorkeling trip in Akumal, but you also need to know where the best places to snorkel are at. - Read full article.

Sea turtles in Akumal

Akumal is the mayan word for “Place of the Turtles”. - Read full article.

Snorkeling in Akumal

It's hard to play on the beach and in the ocean all day, without wondering what you're not seeing under the surface of the water. - Read full article.

The Turtle Bay Cafe

When you're on vacation you don't really like waking up early and making 3 meals a day while you're trying to sit on the beach all day. - Read full article.

US Dollars or Pesos in Mexico?

Even though it's been a while since my last visit to Akumal, the local exchange rate hasn't changed since then. - Read full article.

Grocery shopping in Akumal

Going grocery shopping during your stay in Akumal can be a little tricky, especially if you're going to be staying for a while. - Read full article.

Good eats in Akumal

Here are some great places to eat in and around Akumal. - Read full article.

Sharks in Akumal

When you're about to go swimming in the ocean, it's common for your first thoughts to be "are there sharks?" and "will I be safe?". - Read full article.

Renting a car for your Akumal vacation

We have been going to Akumal once or twice a year for the past 10 years. - Read full article.