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2019
4
August
Should I choose Cancun for its clear water and white beaches over the Pacific side?
4
August
Question:
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Diamond
This is Akumal, about an hour down the coast: https://www.locogringo.com/akumal-beach-webcam/
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Akumal Beach Webcam: Live View of Akumal Beach : Riviera Maya Mexico
Karl
Akumal is fantastic!
Ivan
Cancun is on the Caribbean side. Stay that side. Pacific waters not so clear at all. Playa Del Carmen has beautiful waters n not so busy as Cancun depending on season.
Deb
PV side is awesome but the water is just not the blue green colour as the Cancun side ... but the people there are awesome! We love it there
Jodi
Cancun though has clearer water right now than Playa area etc????
Geri
We have been there over the last few years - there is a lot of sea grass? Not too sure how it is doing this year? We have found some nice places to play in the water through PV. Friends love M ...
Angie
Geri SO MUCH SEA GRASS. I was in playa for a week and didn't hit the water once because of it
Malcolm
I think farther south of Cancun has nicer water. We always go to playa de Carmen or Tulum.
Marcy
Malcolm the water was definitely more of that picture perfect blue farther down south.
If it’s the sea grass I’m not sure what area is worse
Dorna
We were just at tulum at grand sirenis and it was perfectly clear
Marcy
Dorna
This is where we stayed one time and I loved the beach there. Didn’t love the food but beach absolutely loved
Jackie
Grand Sirenis is a great resort. The lazy river is wonderful
Neil
Has the seaweed stopped coming ashore in Cancun?
Joyce
My understanding is the sargasm ( sea grass ) is worse in the late spring through rainy season. This is the best time of year for clear blue water. I go every year beginning of May and it’s been bad the last 7 years.
Resorts are generally very safe. If you like ocean, Ocean Turquesa & Coral has one of the widest stretches of beach of any hotel and you can walk for miles south to the next town. Sand is great. Resort has just been renovated.
Joyce
And this hotel is only 20 mins from the Cancun Airport.
Peter
I just came back from Cancun. No seaweed at all. Stayed at resort that was in middle of the ‘7’.
Petra
In playa del Carmen right now- no sea grass, beaches are beautiful...water is clear except when a wave churns up the sand
Penny
Jodi go to St Lucia. Beautiful as well
Carlene
We are about 30-40 min away from Cancun and beach and water has lots of seaweed ... Similar to the last few times we have been here. I have heard Cancun beaches are much clearer!
Roxie
Just came back from Grand serinis at Akumal and the water was clear
Brenda
Hmmm... well I went to the Cancun side because everyone calls it the Caribbean. When people asked me what I thought of it I could only reply "if people think that water is blue and the sand is white then they haven't been to the real Caribbean." Photo attached of the Virgin Islands Caribbean so you can see why I was so under-enthused by the Caribbean side of Mexico. Specifically the water on that side of Mexico didn't come close to this shade of blue, at least not in person. Given the time to fly to that side, I would spend my time on the west coast of Mexico.
Jodi
Brenda Good to know. Been to PV and not a fan. Where on the pacific side do people recommend?
Jodi
Do you like Hualtuco better than pv?
Dorna
Los cabos was nice:)
Lisa
Jessica Atreides
Cindy
im here now close to playa del carmen and NO seaweed!
Dorna
Tulum grand sirenis resort, last week
Murray
Go anywhere there are no resorts
Donna
Anywhere in the Caribbean is a good time
Niece just got back from Cancun, it was her first time and the water was clear and stunningly beautiful
certainly, when you are in that area go for a day trip to Playa Del Carmen and Tulum. Another fun day trip is to take the ferry from Cancun to Isla Mujuires, rent a golf cart and drive around the island, stopping for lunch and dinner, then take the last ferry back, a really fun day
Have a great new experience
Michelle
I second Isla Mujeres off Cancun, they also have bike rentals for riding around.
Good bus tours to Chichen Itza and even further is Uxmal that I liked better than Chichen because it wasn't as touristy.
Masooda
This pictures is taken last month in Cancun you can see that the water nice and clear no seaweed.
Jodi
Masooda what resort is this off of?
A.I. says...
Cancun Water and Beaches vs. Caribbean Side
When it comes to choosing the perfect beach destination, the water quality and beach conditions are often top of mind. And when it comes to the Caribbean, two destinations that often come to mind are Cancun and the Caribbean side of Mexico. But which one has the better water and beaches?
The short answer is: it depends.
Cancun is located on the Yucatan Peninsula, which is known for its white-sand beaches and crystal-clear waters. The water in Cancun is typically calm and clear, making it ideal for swimming, snorkeling, and diving. However, Cancun is also a popular tourist destination, which can mean that the beaches can be crowded, especially during peak season.
The Caribbean side of Mexico is less developed than Cancun, and as a result, the beaches are often less crowded. The water on the Caribbean side is also typically clear, but it can be more turquoise in color than the water in Cancun. The beaches on the Caribbean side are also often wider and whiter than the beaches in Cancun.
So, which one is better? It really depends on what you're looking for. If you're looking for a lively beach destination with plenty of activities and amenities, then Cancun is a great choice. However, if you're looking for a more secluded beach experience with crystal-clear water and white-sand beaches, then the Caribbean side of Mexico may be a better option.
Here is a summary of the key differences between Cancun and the Caribbean side of Mexico:
- Cancun:
- More developed and touristy
- Crowded beaches, especially during peak season
- Clear water, but can be more green in color
- White-sand beaches, but can be narrower
- Caribbean side of Mexico:
- Less developed and more secluded
- Wider and whiter beaches
- Clear water, but can be more turquoise in color
- Less crowded beaches
Ultimately, the best way to decide which destination is right for you is to do some research and see which one aligns more with your travel preferences.
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Jodi
Soooooo... I have heard that Cancun has the better water and beaches right now....any further down is murky and not as crystal clear.......can anyone confirm this? Have never been to the Caribbean side and want the clear water and white beaches or will just go to the pacific side Thanks!!!!!