Wellness and Wonders in the Mexican Caribbean by Team Fathom A full sensory experience at Palmaïa – The House of AïA. All photos courtesy of Quintana Roo Tourism Board. If you were to invent a dreamy vacation destination, the recipe might look like this: Start with equal parts lush jungles, soft-sand beaches, meandering lagoons, and clear blue seas. Add a sophisticated ancient culture, rich in ritual and tradition; a tasty local cuisine influenced by locals, explorers, and even pirates; stay-a-while accommodations, from tents under stars to luxury villas; a wealth of activities to excite the body and mind; and welcoming citizens proud to share their homeland — and you’ll end up with the Mexican Caribbean.