The Riviera Maya stretches for 130 kilometres along the Caribbean coast of the Yucatán Peninsula — from Puerto Morelos in the north through Playa del Carmen, Tulum, and the Sian Ka'an Biosphere Reserve in the south. It encompasses the most visited stretch of Mexican Caribbean coastline and contains within it some of the world's finest resort hotels, the ancient Maya archaeological sites of Cobá and Chichén Itzá (accessible by day trip), and the cenote system of the Yucatán underground rivers.

For Playa del Carmen. The most urban context on the Riviera Maya — the pedestrian Quinta Avenida, the beach clubs of Mamita's and Canibal Royal, the restaurant scene. White PP linen for the beach club; a PP linen shirt in white or a composed natural with linen trousers for the Fifth Avenue evening.

For the cenotes. The freshwater cenotes of the Yucatán jungle — Gran Cenote, Dos Ojos, Cenote Ik Kil near Chichén Itzá. Natural swim shorts and a white PP linen shirt or ladies linen shirt open over a swimsuit for the cenote walks and the swimming. The natural environment of the jungle cenote rewards natural fabric completely.

For the luxury resort hotels. The Excellence Riviera Cancún, the Rosewood Mayakoba, the Banyan Tree Mayakoba — the luxury resort hotels of the northern Riviera Maya. White PP linen for the beach and pool; a composed PP linen combination for the resort evening.

For the archaeological sites. Cobá, Tulum Ruins, the Chichén Itzá day trip — outdoor archaeological sites in significant heat. A PP linen shirt in a warm natural with linen trousers and leather shoes. Covered dress for the most significant sites and the morning jungle walks.

For Tulum. The Tulum article covers the specific wardrobe context of that destination in detail. The Riviera Maya article captures the full corridor above and around it.

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