Playa del Carmen, Mexico

The town

Playa del Carmen is a marvellous place to spend some time. It has all the advantages of a Mexican Caribbean resort - a dazzling, white-sand beach, turquoise sea, a huge range of bars, restaurants and places to stay - and yet it has managed to retain a relaxed, low-rise village atmosphere which has nothing in common with the large-scale tourist resorts elsewhere on the coast.

There is plenty to do and see in Playa and the town is growing fast. But the atmosphere is anything other than hectic and it is the gentle surf that seems to dominate the pace of life.

Getting there

There are direct flights from most major cities to Cancun International Airport which is just 60 km (40 miles) north of Playa The journey from the airport to Playa by taxi should take less than 1 hour and cost around $35. Alternatively the school can arrange an airport meeting and transfer service on request.

Airport transfers

There are frequent bus services from Cancun airport to Playa del Carmen. However, we recommend that young students with no knowledge of Spanish take advantage of our airport meeting and transfer service on arrival.

Airport transfer fees (one way)

One person: 75 $US; Two or more people: 45 $US (per person).

The prices quoted are for transfers from 08.00 to 22.00 (arrival time at the airport). If the students need a transfer before 8.00 or after 22.00, these prices will be increased by 50%. Please note that we need the arrival information at least 2 working days before arrival.