Playa del Carmen, Mexico
The main reason travelers flock to Playa del Carmen is the beach. Tucked on the eastern side of the Yucatan Peninsula, the town beckons to European and American beach bums with its semi-secluded location and upscale resorts. If you ever tire of lounging on the sand, take a stroll along La Quinta Avenida, the town’s main street parallel to the shore that features upscale restaurants and a buzzing nightlife scene.