Playa Del Carmen on the Mexican Caribbean Coast was once a sleepy village until the sandy beaches, coral reefs and slow pace of life were discovered, now it has become a holiday mecca. Numerous outrageously delicious restaurants provide cuisine for all tastes and hotels with quality and service to suit all budgets. Combine that with a relaxed Mexican-Caribbean feeling and a sprinkling of American free- spirits and you've got Playa. It's definitely not the place to 'get away,' but it is a place to enjoy marvelous beaches by day and a lively nightlife in the evening. The mix of backpackers, archeological buffs and New Age sun worshippers makes Playa very interesting and worth some time exploring. You'll be mesmerised by the glittering sands on holidays to Playa del Carmen. Holidays in 'Playa' - as it is known by the locals - are all about the beach. Think sun-bleached sands. Shimmering turquoise waters. Tall swaying palms. Playa del Carmen holidays are brimming with sunshine sizzle.