The city (located at coordinates 20.62 ° North and 87.07 ° west) is washed by the waters of the Caribbean Sea and its main economic activity is tourism. [Citation needed] This comes on the heels also generate much work in the construction industry, this is the second largest industry in the municipality Formerly a small town , Playa del Carmen is now one of the most glamorous in the Mexican Caribbean . "Beach" , as they call their regular visitors , is situated in the heart of the Riviera Maya and attracts the best restaurants, shops and nightclubs. The airport is 45 minutes drive and the island paradise of Cozumel , 40 minutes by ferry. Its
beaches are visited by tourists of all nationalities . If you prefer something more unique , in private beach clubs can enjoy spa treatments , swimming pools and more.
Come walk down Fifth Avenue , a pleasant pedestrian street where they settle excellent restaurants , shops and boutiques. What better excuse to leave the Caribbean atmosphere absorb ? Playa del Carmen is one of the most important culinary destinations in the Mayan Riviera . On the menu you'll find from a simple tacos and Yucatecan specialties to sophisticated lobster dinners and wines from good stock . At night , on Fifth Avenue resonate echoes of reggae , rock and salsa while tens of feet are prepared to hit the dance floor. The party ends at very late at night .
A modern ferry connects Playa del Carmen to the island of Cozumel , where you can go scuba diving, snorkeling or visit the archaeological sites , ecological parks and cenotes. If you are looking for luxury , south of "Beach" , Playacar is a luxury resort with golf courses , all-inclusive resorts and private residences. Great jazz musicians of Mexican and international excellent concerts offered each year in Playa del Carmen . George Benson , Al DiMeola , Fernando Toussaint and Victor Wooten are artists who have presented at the Riviera Maya Jazz Festival , which takes place at the end of November in Playa Mamita . In 2012 , the festival will be held from 22 to 24 November.
