Our FAVORITE beach town in Mexico that you've NEVER heard of
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 7 ต.ค. 2024
- Located in the heart of the Mayan Riviera, Puerto Morelos QUICKLY became our favorite beach town in Mexico!
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Puerto Morelos is in the Mexican state of Quintana Roo, located halfway between Cancun and Playa Del Carmen. On the shores of the Caribbean Sea, the waters and beach of Puerto Morelos are some of the prettiest we’ve seen!
This quaint little beach town is kicking off our 2019 Mexico travel vlog and we can’t wait to explore this town and surrounding area even more! The town itself is pretty small, one of the smallest beach towns we’ve been to throughout our Mexico travels. But there is a huge coral reef right off shore, quite a few great restaurants to try, and some of the best snorkeling and diving in the Yucatan Peninsula. Needless to say, I think we’ll stay plenty busy here.
If that isn’t enough, with the town’s close proximity to Cancun and Playa Del Carmen and other amazing destinations in the Riviera Maya, there’s no shortage of things to do within a reasonable driving distance.
One thing that has plagued Mexico’s Caribbean beaches over the course of the past year is the sargazo (seaweed). Typically, this is only something that these Mexico beach towns only have to deal with about 1 month a year, but lately it’s been different. In our opinion, the sargazo in Puerto Morelos hasn’t been too bad since we’ve been here. It can pile up on the beaches but the water has been pretty clear with its natural, gorgeous, hues of blue and green.
In today’s video, we ate breakfast at a local restaurant and later had some Veracruz-influenced seafood at another. We also took a short trip to Cancun to purchase some things that we’ve been needing from Costco, which was a super painless drive straight up the highway.
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You can tell it's a drinking village because even the lighthouse can't stand up straight 😂
Hahaha good point! 😂😂
I always try to remember where you go by a specific item/building but for the life of me I cannot remember where you were when that mexican city had all hairless dog souvenirs they sell. I want a hairless dog souvenir!!
We were in Puerto Morelos very briefly a while ago... I don't remember it looking so good. 4 months there, nice! This looks like a place we need to revisit - Anna
Good thing it's your favorite beach town since you ended up being stuck there for a year of pandemic! Beautiful area. Glad you're back on the move in Mexico
Great video! So glad you’ve decided to settle down in one place for 4 months and relax some. You deserve it. :)
Thanks so much Annette, we are very glad too. It's been long overdue for us to have a "home" for a little while. :) Plus, some beach time and sunshine does everyone good here and there!
Your videos are my favorites! You two are so much fun and your advice is always useful and makes Mexico into something really wonderful. I love how you handle gonging the bell every show and your closing music theme always makes me feel very happy! I can't wait to see all your videos in 2019, which will be a GREAT YEAR!
I love you guys because you don't have an agenda (e.g.-real estate sales or travel agents) & that's very refreshing. I've only been to Cozumel on a cruise ship (a year ago) but am seriously thinking about moving to MX now.
Thank you for the sweet compliment!
Grateful for having you here. I live in Puerto Morelos and I love that people come and visit us. You will always be welcome!!! xoxoxo
I have started watching you guys recently. I really like what you guys are doing. I am actually going to Puerto Morelos with my Father during Memorial Day week (May 27-May31). I have never been outside of the country aside from Canada back in 2008 when I went up to see the Pittsburgh Penguin's vs, Buffalo Sabers Winter Classic match, which was on new years day of 2008, and me and my father got up there on new year's eve and went over to Canada to see Niagara falls. I am from and live in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, which is why we wanted to see that game, and I am glad we did. I am really looking forward to seeing Mexico for a week. My father has been there somewhere between 15-20 times I recall him telling me, so yes, needless to say, I am quite excited to see Mexico. Thank you for what you do, keep up the good work. You guys provide fun, yet informative videos, and I appreciate it. Keep up the good work, and keep learning through your experiences and having fun in the process.
Place sounds perfect, tell you the truth, I’d much rather spend New Year’s Eve in a quiet beach place than dealing with drunk drivers.... stay safe and continue to explore.
Amen to that! Drunk drivers are scary :( We prefer the low key celebrations most of the time too. Thanks for the sweet comment, Paul! Happy new year!
Hey guys. My wife and I really love your channel and it's given us the inspiration to start our own.
Making videos has made us appreciate your technical skills and, now that we understand the process a little more, we're amazed at the sheer amount of work that you must be putting in to this.
I'm so glad that you're having so much success on TH-cam. You're doing a great job.
If you pass through Queretaro again, I hope you'll let us buy you a drink!
Thank you so much for these videos and this channel. I recently visited Playa de Carmen about 3 weeks ago and completely fell in love with Mexico! I found out that my father was Mexican and Puerto Rican about 3 years ago and since then I’ve fallen in love with the culture that runs so deeply in my veins. I agree about the prices of the touristic areas such as playa and Cancun. I realized that the prices were cheaper then the states but still a bit on the pricey side. I found so much value in this video as far as my next place to visit in Mexico and I’m seriously considering moving to my native land. Very, very proud to be Mexican. 🇲🇽 Thank you so much for all of the information that you share about this beautiful land!!!! Loving you guys and watching you daily from NJ. Bendiciones!!!
"A drinking village with a fishing problem" hahahaha! really funny
I love Puerto Morelos!! I was just there in early December and preferred the relaxing atmosphere of the town much more than any other place I visited in the Riviera Maya.
Exactly! It's got such a lovely tranquil vibe :)
You bring me such pleasure since travel is so restricted these days with covid. I watch a couple videos and it picks up my spirit. Thank you so very much for the tremendous time and effort it has taken you to build this channel. Peace.
It’s Feb 2019 & I just came home last week. I’m seriously considering relocating. I, like you, felt immediately at home. I live in a big city & it was so wonderful to NOT hear sirens & noise. And any day I can sit on a beach is a day to make me smile.
Hi There! My wife and I have been visiting Puerto Morelos for several years. There are certainly a lot more conveniences and options now, although it is also busier. It is still a great small town. Your perspective helps to remind us of what a gem it is. We enjoy your perspectives, not just of PM but the entire region including Playa del Carmen and Cozumel.
Thank you for the lovely comment, Byron! That's a big compliment to us. We may be getting here right as it's starting to "take off" as a tourist destination, but hopefully it maintains its charm for years and years to come. There's certainly something special about Puerto Morelos. :)
Hi Tangerines, I am mexican, I live in the USA (California) thank you to show my country beauty, be good in Rivera Maya...
I've been visiting Puerto Morelos for 20 years. It's changed a lot. Love it.
What are the most notable changes?
@@TangerineTravels It used to be this little unknown village that barely anyone knew about. We'd travel down the dirt road from the main highway and it looked more like traveling into the jungle. When you arrived, parking and seating in the restaurants were plentiful. Now, parking there is hard to find. There are a lot more people visiting now. In the old days the tourists were rare and most people were Mexican locals. Now many tourists. The charm is still there. I love the central square and the beach. It's much more expensive now. They've caught on to what we're used to paying for things. As always, it's a charming little town. Definitivamente todos deberían visitar al menos una vez. Me gusta mucho.
Great showcase of the beautiful little beach town of Puerto Morelos, guys! I'm American (Floridian) and my wife is Mexican (D.F.) We live just up the road in Cancun. We've been living in the Riviera Maya for 6 years. We LOVE taking day trips down to Puerto Morelos to have lunch at the Pelicanos restaurant (our favorite). Have you guys visited the craft beer brewery located just a little ways passed Puerto Morelos on the federal highway on the way to Playa del Carmen. They have some great beers and a food truck that comes there that serves some tasty treats. If you guys have any questions about the Riviera Maya, or would like to get together for lunch, just let me know. We'd love to meet you guys. Bienvenido a la Riviera Maya! Salud! 💩
This is my kind of beach town. Comfortable, laid back...attractive without being pretentious...a place only truly sophisticated people can appreciate. Hope some day I'm able to visit.
_Comfortable, laid back...attractive without being pretentious_ What a great way to put it, we love that! Hope you get the opportunity to visit here too, it's a great little hidden gem.... Hidden pearl? lol
I love this place it's beautiful! Looks like clean ocean, clean air, clean houses and yards! I'd want to stay there for awhile; especially during the cold winter months here. I also love your honesty and reports about the costs of things. And the manners you've taught Laska💕
Awesome! I love Puerto Morelos ❤️ we were torn between there and Tulum, but ended up buying in Tulum. Can’t wait to see all your adventures in that area!!
Fantastic guys! I’ve been following y’all for quite sometime and also moved from San Diego to Playa Del Carmen recently. I’m stoked to hear you’re in the neighborhood! Holla when you’re in Playa next! I totally owe you guys a couple drinks for all your advice! Much respect! 🙏😊
Moving to puerto morelos in 3 weeks..lived in tulum 12 years ago..excited about it..this vid had great details
We can see why it is your favorite. Very beautiful there.
I’m so happy that you made it to Puerto Morelos! My hubby and I will be there or at least very close by, on February 24th to March 6th. It will be our first visit to Mexico to explore possible retirement options. I would love to meet up with you at some point! I’ve learned so much about Mexico just by watching your videos. Keep up the great work! And give Laska a hug for me! It says a lot about a place if a dog is more relaxed there.
Lucky you guys to be in that little piece of paradise!!..good for you, wish you the best from México city, happy new year and....enjoy it!..👍👍👋👋
Playa Forum and the waves there were amazing. Easy to reach also from the center by Bus R1 !
Wow you guys are living the life most people wish to live. Life is too short to hold back on all dreams and adventures. Great job guys
Happy New Year, my favorite go to channel for a breath of fresh air!
You are so sweet, Lily! Thank you 😍¡Feliz Año Nuevo!
Hi Maddie and Jordan! Glad your feeling better Maddie, enjoy the sunshine and water!
Thanks K Jones! It's such a relief to be in this calm yet energizing little town. We can't get enough of these gorgeous waters :)
Puerto Morelos is my favorite town in Mexico, glad you like it too.
We just returned from that same area today. What a beautiful place. The locals are so friendly
Guys, nobody is to tell you what Mexico is... good for you and others... to know reality... congratulatios... Welcome to a neighbor, partner and friend of The USA... Mexico...
I was in Puerto Morelos last December, that was a little windy and cloudly but is a relaxing and beautiful place. I will return soon.
Happy New year's Maddie and Jordan! I'm so glad you're going to stay put for 4 months and really get to know the area. I think it's better for your health and your sanity to not move around so much.
I just got back from a week there. It is wonderful!!!
"And GONGgg! That bell..."
Love it, Great work you guys!
We were just in Puerto Morelos when you made this video. I wish we could have seen you to take a fun pic and meet you. We agree with your take on the place. After driving through Cancun one day we were VERY GLAD that we chose Puerto Morelos.
Aw sorry we missed you! Maybe our paths will cross again and we can exchange some travel stories and whatnot. Cancun seems like a great place for those all-inclusive resorts, but it's certainly not as calm and personal as PM.
@@TangerineTravels th-cam.com/video/DmoUqqZhTAg/w-d-xo.html Since you will probably go to Chechen Itza at some point you may get a kick out of our honeymoon footage (1990) of the place. (you will need to fast forward to the correct place.) You may notice a few differences. Much smaller crowds, an un-restored area, and people climbing on the buildings and going into the Pyramid. The footage is dated and poor but you can use any or none of it if you want to. There is probably some Tulum footage also.
Do not miss visiting Chechen Itzel which is very close and on a brand new highway near Puerto Morelos. It is one of the seven new wonders of the world. Love your videos!!!
Hey kiddo...relax relax relax!!! Thanks for the beautiful video. Looking forward to seeing your resting place! Whatever u decide to record is great for me.
Wow! I've been to several places in Mexico, and loved Playa but I think you just sold me on PM! Can't wait!
I recommend you go to Mahahual in the south of Quintana Roo or Xkalak which are the same as Puerto Morelos since they are small towns although little by little they will be filled with tourists and American stores, but better to take advantage of them while that does not happen
Emmanuel Aké How is that supposed to happen if Xcalak is protected?
Puerto Morelos is our favorite place in the Riviera Maya. We have been 3 times and going back in late July. We taxied off the resort a couple of times and went into the downtown area and walked around at night like it was nothing. Very safe town that seemed very family oriented and quiet. I just hope it doesn't get too touristy anytime soon. We also love Akumal which has the absolute best beach and snorkel but been ruined a bit by the overwhelming amount of tourists that have flooded the city.
👍 Its great when you can "own" the table and restaurant at the same time!
GREAT to meet you both today... so cool !!!! Pleased you LOVE this beautiful town !!!
It was so great meeting you as well! Can’t wait to help some pups tomorrow at the sangria charity event! We’re looking forward to crossing paths more this year. 😄
@@TangerineTravels sorry to be the loud mouth in your latest vid at Lola Y Moya my friend watched it sent me a message to say I thin i can hear you in the video Jaden LOL
As a new subscriber to your channel, I must comment on how much I'm enjoying it. We're considerably older than you two, but you're doing exactly what we're talking about doing -- visiting various locales to find which ones we like best, and then rent a place (like you are for 4 months). Thanks for doing your channel.
Sounds like you guys are kindred spirits then! Age is just a number anyway :) Hope you get the chance to follow your travel plans. The only regret we have is not doing it sooner.
P.S. Thanks for subscribing to our channel! Hope you continue to enjoy our videos. 🤗
I love how you always share prices! Thk you. I was here 10yrs agonand they didn’t have that big store-that will be so convenient next time. It was a little too quiet when I was there. The way towns grow in that area, I can imagine it’s perfect now but maybe not in yrs to come, it will grow fast like you said. I should get out there again and enjoy while it still has charm👌Love your videos and wish you both the best in your new more separate lives💜
Welcome to Puerto Morelos, if you decide to stay the 4 months you are gonna love it more each day, I was coming for 3-4 months too and now I just made the year!
My Favorite travel couple!!!! I love the way you travel, checking out all the cool things to see and do in Mexico........ I would love to visit you all and Laska. Don't let crazy people make comments and get you down. Peace and goodwill in 2019, Jordan and Maddie. I hope you have found a place to live.
What would YOU do if a lavandería (laundromat) stole/lost more than half your underwear?
_Sidenote: if anyone sees "Tangerine Travels Undies" go up on eBay, let us know._
Go commando.🤔...
... 😲😂
@NonyaBusiness! It's a full-service laundromat (typical for Mexico)
I guess I would buy more...lol.. here's and idea. Leave skidmarks!!!! Lol I'm sick
wtf? why woud anyone steal used underwear? lmao
Honestly, I would go back and ask if they have it, and if they dont just go buy another pack of cheap undies
When I travel this is an issue every time, so I always buy extra packs of undies I dont care about so my heart doesn’t break when theyre lost. Sorry guys I doubt anyone stole your undies... but if they did... they need them more than you!
Happy New Year !
Our favorite, too!
Love the videos! We were the couple that walk by the pet shop the other day and shout out to you. We are living here for four months. Turns out we are living five minutes from you guy. We are a Canadian couple semi retired. We appreciated all your comments. Puerto morelos is sweet little town and the colonia seems very safe and the people very friendly. Keep the great videos coming. Great job!
Oh hi guys! Thanks for saying hello :) We were mid-toy-buying for Laska as you probably could have guessed haha. Sounds like we're just about on the same brainwave about Puerto Morelos, down to the 4-month timeframe. This town is so great!
@@TangerineTravels Too funny.. Like minds for sure! We do so love it here!
You guys do a great job going to all parts of mexico.
Keep doing what you doing I like all your videos and enjoy them.
Awe Being in that part of Mexico during the holidays is so amazing, my family and I were @playa de Carmen last end/beginning of 2018 and I loved it.. I wanna go back for 2021/2022 If it's possible.. Thank u for sharing ur travels.
I loved this video! I can seriously tell you guys like this place, you seem more relaxed and happy, I’m so happy for you!
new fave channel...great vids , keep up the good work!
feels like home
Thanks again, I know my nephew likes it there. And he has travelled to many places in Mexico. I was planning on going in the spring already. I like the places where a person can get into town and mingle with the locals.
We're with you on "personal vibe" where you can chat with expats and locals. Hope you get the chance to visit, we're really loving it here and it sounds like you might too!
Next time you go to puerto morelos you definitely have to visit my families restaurant, it's called Don Ernestos, the food it delicious and they also have an amazing snorkeling experience!
Im going soon I will do this! Support local!
Its awesome you guys are getting a nice place to call home for a little while. Cant wait to see more of your day to day life. Go 2019 Tangerinees!
Nice video. Good to see you two happy and relaxed and to hear such positive words about Mexico. Staying in one place suits you. I love your connection to Veracruz, bet your waiter appreciated that ☺️
we had the same reaction when we were there last January. It feels safe and a place you could call home. We'll be back Jan. 31, meet you guys at the Pelican restaurant for a drink
The drone shots are AWESOME!!!
I can tell you are settled down, your walk and talk was a walk it did not look like someone was chasing you. great video
That's so beautiful at that beachfront town
Veracruz is awesome to
We'd agree with that if you're talking about the food and coffee :) hehe
I love you guys! You're both so genuinely nice and fun to watch. Thank you!
This is my place, love Puerto Morelos
It is an excellent place to spend some time in. Would love to see more around this area
So beautiful city mexico
We love it!
You are mi chingona God bless you always you are mi favorita sigue adelante siempre and never give it up good friends forever
You guys keep getting better with every new video.
Cheers
I have been watching your videos from the beginning and I just got to the beginning of your Puerto Morelos journey. We actually got married there in September 2019. Would love to revisit this place when we have a bit more relaxing time on our hands!
Awsome!! Im so happy that you are staying put for a while !! It looks so beautiful there!!! Plus you all seem more happy!!!! Yay Happy new year!!!!
Just want to say my daughter and I enjoy watching your videos❤
Even the places/resteraunt prices you mention as expensive are cheap compared to here on Cape Cod. And the food looks and is reviewed by you as being fantastic. I love living here on the Cape but really, trying to find a resteraunt that isn't bland or just plain lousy is a lot of work. It's like, does anybody here know how to cook? A cheesburger averages about $14. Great videos from you all around. I can't stop watching right now.
Really nice video Tangereenies, but then again I love them all- So happy for you both that you decided to 'settle down' for a bit. Looking forward to upcoming slower paced adventures. Happy New Year!
You two have really opened up my eyes about Mexico, I used to think it was very third world type country as I was brainwashed by American news and American stereotypes, but now I see that I was all too wrong and ignorant. Mexico is a great beautiful place and I am constantly in awe of the many things you show in your videos that make me see that a lot of Mexican places are even better than US places. Cheers!
Love it. Been a subscriber since October when we were planning a family trip to San Miguel. To my great surprise, went on tonight to see videos of Morelos, our next destination, and Bam! You are there! Serendipity. As a fellow Creator and Patreon user, felt compelled to show you two some love there as well. Keep doing what you're doing. P.S. friends call me Nico
Hey, Nico! Thanks so much for joining us on Patreon! When are you planning on coming to Puerto Morelos?
What happens in Puerto Morelos, Playa del Carmen and Cancun is that those are new towns, 60 years tops and a lot of people from around the country come for opportunities for business and work :D
Nice video, very informative. My mom is there right now too.
Hermoso mi puerto Morelos 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
My favourite beach was Colimitos here in Puerta Vallarta. I went yesterday. one of the smallest in Mexico. lovely
Why do you like that beach? The size? :)
@@TangerineTravels Yes . And the fact I had to walk through the jungle to get there . There were very few people there to start with. It would have been better to get there really early to have had the place to myself. There was another one about 25 minutes walk away too called Playa Caballo . Unfortunately the waves were too big there to even take a dip .
Y'all are neat kids , glad yer having fun .
Thanks so much, Troy!
Se ven bien felices ambos, que bueno que la estén pasando bien saludos.
Ok so we followed u advice we went To Puerto Morelos took the collectivo from Playa Del Carmen 25 pesos each then took taxi to beach we walk to Unico 120 pesos for 2 chairs umbrella and table ( make sure u get there early or make reservations) the drinks were very good and price was good the food was very good total we spent $1300 pesos but we had food and 7 beers and 5 mix drinks wayyyyy more cheaper than kool beach and it was super nice it is the best beach so far and we have been everywhere thanks so much for u video forgot to mention great service
Happy New Years I agree Puerto Morelos is a gem enjoy your time their.
Have you ever been to la parilla in Cancun??? It has the best arrachera I have ever had in my life. I am from Montreal canada but my wife is from there and we have been many times, we even kinda lived there on two occasions for 6 months and 5 months respectively. Maybe next time we could all meet up and practice our Spanish. Mine is almost fluent. Great channel I am now subscribed!!!!
Love you videos guys!!! happy 2019!!! bacalar bacalar!!!!
¡Feliz 2019! We are honestly dyyying to go to Bacalar!
We've been on that dock!!! Love ❤️❤️❤️ Puerto Morelos!!! We were there two years ago on our visit to Cancun. Flying out to Cancun again Toros actually... For a one month Mexico stay this time. Viva la Mexico 😆❤️🌴🌞
Everytime i come to Mexico, Puerto Morellos is on my list but I always run out of time. What a beautiful place. Seems much more peaceful than Cancun and PDC. This is so exciting! Happy new Year Jordan and Maddi ! All the best in 2019 :-)
Feliz 2019 Charge energy for more video and enjoy the beach
Thanks Bernardo, happy new year to you too! Gotta recharge these batteries sometimes. Don't worry, we'll continue releasing videos :)
This looks like a great place. I hope to vacation there in the near future.
Had to chuckle at your ‘melt down’ comment. My wife calls them Mexican Melt-downs, I call them BCD’s - Bad Culture Days. We all have them as we try to adjust to an unfamiliar way of life. They’re more frequent at the beginning, but get less as time goes on as I’m sure you’ve experienced. The only cure for us is to submerse ourselves in something familiar that we enjoy for a day or so. My wife locks herself in our house, turns on our Canadian tv programming and putters around the house. Me, I go hang out with English speaking friends; regardless of nationality. That’s one of the reasons I’m sure Starbucks does so well down here. 😁😁😊
Happy New Year ! Tangerine Travels ! Wishing you all the best for 2019 ! Keep up the good work !
What a beautiful place !
I have enjoyed watching your videos . There is a regional (Mayan) street food Salabutes . It is basically a taco with a deep fried corn tortilla , but not crunchy . The best my wife and I have had , is available in Playa behind the Walmart on 30 Ave , The corner of 25 ave and 10 street , in the Plaza Municipal parking lot . They operate between 8 am (approx) until all the food is sold , usually 12 to 1 in the afternoon Mon- Sat . After 10 am be prepared to stand in line , it is very popular with the locals , for a good reason . Enjoy your time in Puerto Morelos