With the turquoise waters of the Caribbean Sea on one side a sparkling lagoon on the other, it is easy to see why Cancun has become a thriving resort. Thanks to its aquatic origins Cancun is blessed with cooling white coral sands, which along the sheltered north coast, provide particularly good conditions for children and are ideal for watersports.There are shopping malls housing anything from handicrafts to designer labels throughout the hotel zone. With a strong American influence, shopping here is not necessarily cheap. Cancun has an impressive selection of nightlife. Take a sunset cruise and watch the sun sink below the horizon. Or stay out in one of Cancun's bars, discos and clubs that party well into the early hours. Cancun is a beach lover's paradise, blessed by kilometres of soft white sand and the sparkling blue waters that grace its coast.