The white sandy beaches and the clear, blue waters are just a few of the things that are in store for you at Cancun. They can prove to be a paradise for any beach lover. Cancun is a beautiful coastal city that is located in Mexico's easternmost state, which is the Quintana Roo. The city boasts of about 140 tourist hotels with over 4 million tourists that flock to the beaches every year. Apart from the sandy beaches and the beautiful azure waters; you can find many activities and even places of interest in this beautiful city. Cancun can offer you a lifestyle, which can be chosen by you as per your individual tastes and requirements. Here's a look at some well-known beaches that you must visit. Bahia de Mujeres This beach has beautiful white sand, complimented by blue green water. The water is quite shallow till a certain distance; this makes it a great option for swimming and even snorkeling. Playa Linda This beach is also an excellent spot for swimming. It also has some good restaurants and eateries close to this area. Playa Delfines This beach is perfect for sunbathing, but you must always be careful while swimming out here due to the strong currents. Playa Caracol A beautiful beach with a sandy bottom, it has always been one of the most popular of all beaches in Cancun. The water is also relatively shallow in this area, and therefore popular with most families as well. Playa Ballenas Family activities are more predominant here. You can have loads of fun trying out the various water sport activities. San Miguelito You can have a great time exploring Mayan ruins located in this area. This beach has historical significance as well as beautiful settings. Playa Langosta This is an ideal location for those who are on the lookout for clean and white sand, accompanied by a peaceful and quiet atmosphere. This beach is also an ideal point for water sports. Playa Marlin Gorgeous views and energetic waves, this beach has it all. It is also famous as a sunbathers beach. Playa Del Rey This is one of the Southern most beaches of Cancun. It is also one of the relatively less crowded beaches in the city. Things To Do

• Scuba Diving
• Snorkeling
• Swimming (only after you gage the tide)
• Water Rides (banana boat, waverunner)
• Sport Fishing
• Parasailing

Apart from this, Cancun also offers you loads of other activities, such as an undersea boat tour, shopping, rocking nightlife, and some places of historical significance as well. This may not be your conventional place and it may not have all the state-of-the art facilities, but the beaches can definitely keep you on your toes with the number of things you can do. So, simply pack your sunscreen lotion and head out to any of these beaches to enjoy a great holiday.