expert guide to the oldest best preserved Mayan ruins - where to find red flamingos, dolphin pods, pristine sand surf - lodging options from beach cabanas to jungle resorts - suggested walking tours driving routes - tips on Cancun's fabulous fiestas - The Yucatan is considered the centre of the ancient Mayan world - Cozumel is a world class dive site - Beach lovers and evening revelers head straight to Cancun, which boasts more visitors than the other top three Mexican resort cities (Acapulco, Mazatlan and Cabo San Lucas) combined.