Cancun, with its ideal climate, white-sand beaches, and turquoise water, is an ideal vacation destination. This exotic, tropical paradise embraces its historic ancestry yet offers a multitude of sights and activities for all ages. Archaeological sites are in Cancun area and the nearby Mayan cities of Chichen Itza, Tulum and Coba. Powder-fine beaches run into the crystal clear water of the Caribbean providing an unbelievable setting for sunning, swimming, sailing, para-sailing, scuba diving, snorkeling, game fishing and boat cruises.