For centuries the great sea turtles have come every year to the sugar fine sands of Half Moon Bay and Akumal Bay. Akumal means "the place of the turtles" in Mayan.

More recently, many persons seeking beauty, comfort, adventure and relaxation also come every year to enjoy this unworldly paradise. Are you ready to give it a try?

From your home on the magic white sand of Half Moon Bay, magic because it never is so hot that it burns your feet, you can walk barefoot and look out over the clear blue water to the distant horizon. You will need your shoes to walk to the local wonder of Yalku lagoon.

The lagoon is a nationally protected area that resembles an outdoor aquarium. Snorkeling there will introduce you to the variety of colorful tropical fish that are part of this ecosystem. Another fascinating spot is Lagartos Lagoon. Ask at the ecological center for a guide to take you on the hidden paths through the jungle to this place that is from out of time.

These photographs give you a glimpse of Akumal's incredible beauty. A comfortable, energy renewing vacation though, needs more than beauty and here you'll find it all. Akumal's shopping and fun activities insure the fantastic vacation you desire.

There are two grocery stores, several boutiques and gift shops, an art gallery, The Turtle Bay Bakery Cafe and several international restaurants. The village offers a laundry, a travel agency, and a library. Every Wednesday and Saturday a produce market comes to Town and sets up business by the basketball court. The Ecological Center of Akumal makes several presentations a week on the flora and fauna of the area. The turtle presentation and the Maya Feast are the most popular.