Aventura extrema en Cancun: Adrenalina pura
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Nichupte Lagoon
Cancun, a world-famous destination at the tip of the Yucatan Peninsula, was created to be the perfect vacation paradise. Famous for its miles of pristine white sand beaches, incredibly turquoise waters and legendary nightlife, Cancun combines the luxury of its resorts with the adventure of the nearby Mayan jungle and its fascinating underwater world.
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The reason for Cancun. The beaches are picture postcard, with powder-white sand and a sea with a blue color palette that seems unreal.
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Nichupte Lagoon
The vast lagoon system that separates the Hotel Zone from the continent. Ideal for mangrove speedboat tours, water skiing, and sunset dinners.
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Isla Mujeres
A small, relaxed island just a short ferry ride away. Famous for Playa Norte (one of the best in the world), snorkeling and getting around in golf carts.
Chichen Itza
One of the New Seven Wonders of the World. A Mayan archaeological site of global importance. Most tours include a stop at a cenote and in Valladolid.
Tulum
Visit the iconic clifftop Mayan ruins and enjoy its bohemian atmosphere and trendy beaches. It is often combined with a visit to Cobá or a cenote.
Xcaret, Xplor, Xel-Há
A series of world-class theme parks in the Riviera Maya that offer a mix of nature, adventure, culture and adrenaline for the whole family.
Cenotes Route
A road near Puerto Morelos (30 minutes from Cancún) that gives access to dozens of cenotes of different types: open, semi-open and in caves.
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The reason for Cancun. The beaches are picture postcard, with powder-white sand and a sea with a blue color palette that seems unreal.
Safety
The Hotel Zone is a very safe and guarded 'bubble'. Standard precautions should be taken, especially downtown at night.
Transport
The bus system in the Hotel Zone is excellent, frequent and very cheap, making it easy to get around.
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Choose the Beach according to what you are looking for
The northern part of the Hotel Zone (km 3-8) has calmer waters, like a swimming pool. The eastern part (km 10 onwards) faces the open sea and has stronger waves and a more intense blue color.
Go to Isla Mujeres on your own
It is very easy and much cheaper to take the ferry on your own from Puerto Juárez or the Hotel Zone and rent a golf cart there, instead of booking an expensive tour.
The Culture of Tipping
Tipping is the norm and expected for good service. 10-15% in restaurants, and small tips for bellboys, waitresses and bartenders are greatly appreciated.
Cancún is not Representative of All of Mexico
Enjoy Cancun for what it is: an incredible beach resort. But keep in mind that its atmosphere is very international and does not reflect the diversity and culture of the rest of the country.
The Sun is Deceptive
Even on cloudy days, the Caribbean sun is very strong. Use high SPF sunscreen, reapply after swimming, and wear a hat.
Always Bottled Water
Don't drink tap water. All hotels and restaurants use purified water, so iced drinks and salads are safe.
The Hotel Zone is a Safe Bubble
The Cancun Hotel Zone is extremely safe, with only one entrance and exit road and a lot of surveillance. You can feel very safe there.
Beware of Timeshares
At the airport and on the street, people will approach you offering cheap tours or gifts. They are often very persistent timeshare salespeople. A firm 'no, thank you' is usually enough.
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