What to expect
Fishing boats, swaying hammocks, and white sands in Cancun's dreamier, quieter neighbor
When to go
May for the Red Cross Benefit International Fishing Tournament
What to do
See an ancient Mayan ruin, view a pirate's fortress, visit a turtle sanctuary, relax on a beach
Local colour
Ride past the tiny island's colorful Caribbean-style homes on a motorized bike or scooter
Don't miss
Swimming and snorkeling among Garrafón National Park's gentle currents and spectacular reef
Don't forget
Yoga--a popular island pastime--is offered beneath the poolside palapa at Na Balam Beach Hotel