Be aware that there are strong undertows, abrupt drop-offs and pounding surf. Bring a bottle of sunscreen and remember to use it, or your sunbathing days will be cut short here. There is nonstop action on both land and sea. Take your pick from a wide variety including Jet Ski and parasailing thrills, deep sea fishing, scuba diving and boating. Most of these tours are easily booked through your hotel travel desk or Aqua World, one of the resort's largest and most long-standing local tour operators.
Many marinas also offer lessons and guided tours.
Or book tour adventures ahead with your travel agent. Windsurfing is popular here and you'll spot the colorful sails on the horizon the moment you land in Cancun or Cozumel. Deep-sea fishing is a fisherman's paradise in these remote Caribbean waters. The waters are teemed with bluefin tuna, white marlin, sailfish, mackerel and grouper. There are daily deep sea fishing excursions or charters.