Kesali Posted June 17, 2019 #1 Share Posted June 17, 2019 A friend & I can choose either Dominican Daze (Puerto Plata) or Mayan Sol (Costa Maya) and we are trying to figure out which would be best to visit. There is also a slim chance we may be able to take the last Riviera Maya (Cozumel) in June. We have not been to any of these places before. Is one safer than the either? Cozumel seems to show more to do. Which would you recommend? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare sid_9169 Posted January 10, 2020 #2 Share Posted January 10, 2020 Of all the ports in the Caribbean, Cozumel is one of my favorites. I've been there more than a dozen times, and I always look forward to going back... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SC_GAY_Cruiser Posted January 11, 2020 #3 Share Posted January 11, 2020 Also remember if you go to Coz, there is always the option of a ferry to Playa del Carmen and spend the day there with lots of fine places to get authentic mexican food and margaritas. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rbt001 Posted January 24, 2020 #4 Share Posted January 24, 2020 Costa Maya is my favorite. But understand that to enjoy Costa Maya, you need to leave the Carnival Corp "complex" at the port to get to the "real" locals. It's a $2 cab ride that does require pax to exit the Carnival Compound to get a taxi; there's a wide walking path outside the guard gate for the block-long walk to where the taxi's are. It's a 5 to 7 minute ride over to the Mahajual Fishing Village with a beautiful beach where there's sandy beaches with plenty of loungers, umbrellas, etc. Most are free, as long as you eat/drink, wait staff bring it right to you. There's also plenty of opportunities to get a massage right on the beach. Best thing to do is ask several how much they charge, then haggle. There are plenty of vendors peddling their trinkets, as well as shops, restaurants and bars. I'd suggest walking the whole length to take it in and find what appeals to you first. Everything is very inexpensive, and they are happy to take US currency. Some take credit cards, but it's best to have the cash. When you're ready to go back, there are plenty of taxi's for the $2 ride back. It's a flat per person fee, so they may place you with others. And for the return, they are permitted to enter the complex, just have your cruise card handy to show the guard. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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