Beaches in Mexico
Most vacationers are lured to Mexico by the country's glittering collection of beach resorts. With 6,000 miles of coastline encompassing four distinct bodies of water, Mexico has an unmatched array of sunny, seaside destinations. There is truly something for everyone when it comes to Mexican beach resorts. Terrain varies from desert to tropical jungle. Waters range from turquoise bays to deep green and blue oceans. Amenities vary from rustic, thatched seaside huts to some of the world's finest resorts.
Wherever you decide to go, you need to take the following into consideration:
- All beaches in Mexico are open to the public, free of charge.
- Nude or topless sunbathing is strictly forbidden. (There are a couple of exceptions: Puerto Angel has a nude beach, and Cancun seems to tolerate topless sunbathing on its beaches).
- Few beaches have lifeguards; take extra safety precautions.
- Be cautious of Mexico's intense sun; use sunscreen and avoid peak sun hours of noon to 2 p.m.
- Do not swim alone or in isolated places; do not turn your back on the sea since waves are often unpredictable.
- If you feel yourself being pulled out to sea, do not panic or try to swim to shore. Instead, swim parallel to the beach, and usually within 50 feet, conditions will change. It is then safe to swim to shore.
- Pay attention to water condition flags posted at many beaches.
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