Playa Del Carmen or Tulum?
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Playa Del Carmen or Tulum?
I'm planning a last-minute trip and need three nights next week on the Mayan Riviera. On-line I've found Dreams in Tulum with availability and Las Palapas in Playa Del Carmen.
Which would be more fun? It will be my husband and I and two teenage boys, ages 16 and 18.
Which would be more fun? It will be my husband and I and two teenage boys, ages 16 and 18.
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I'm not familiar with the actual hotels, but PDC and Tulum are apples and oranges. PDC is a very lively little city with a beautiful strech of calm, protected beach - great for swimming. Lots and lots of dining and shopping options. Tulum is more of a 'get away from it all' kind of place, with miles of ocean beach, many spots you won't see anyone. The water is open ocean, so it can get a little rough. The town of Tulum is a few miles away from the beach, and just a few blocks long with a handful of fun places to eat.
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Thanks for the info. I'm going to choose PDC.
About the topless--I have no problem with that. I'm just debating whether I should tell them ahead of time or just watch their mouths drop open at their first siting.
About the topless--I have no problem with that. I'm just debating whether I should tell them ahead of time or just watch their mouths drop open at their first siting.
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Very cool Kate!
I think those kids would get a boat and row there if they knew what they are in for - all of the Gisele Bundchen lookalike Euro girls on the beach.
We go to PDC every year, and have been for awhile. You will ALL have a great time, and don't be surprised if a couple of Mojitos or Margaritas into it, you let the top fly too!![Imported](https://www.fodors.com/community/images/smilies/imported/wink.gif)
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I think those kids would get a boat and row there if they knew what they are in for - all of the Gisele Bundchen lookalike Euro girls on the beach.
We go to PDC every year, and have been for awhile. You will ALL have a great time, and don't be surprised if a couple of Mojitos or Margaritas into it, you let the top fly too!
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