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Inside Background
Architecture 
Having been built as a resort city in the mid-1960s and early 1970s, Cancun’s...
Last edited: 02 January 2008
Culture 
Cancun has more to offer than just sandy beaches and trendy nightclubs. You...
Last edited: 07 May 2006
Health & Safety 
Cancun is amongst the safest places to travel in Mexico and is known throughout...
Last edited: 02 March 2009
History 
Although the ruins scattered throughout the area tell of an ancient Mayan...
Last edited: 22 September 2008
Neighborhoods 
Cancun is divided into two main sections, the island that hosts most of the...
Last edited: 27 July 2008
Recommended Reading 
If you are planning a trip to Cancun, there are a number of great guides to the...
Last edited: 17 June 2008
Weather & When to Go 
With the sun shining on average between 240 and 253 days per year, Cancun is a...
Last edited: 11 August 2009
Cancun FAQ and forum tips 
Members join TripAdvisor all the time and this page could answer a lot of...
Last edited: 06 May 2009
Donations & Gifts 
Many travelers to the area like to bring down gifts to give out in addition to...
Last edited: 03 March 2007
Fly to Cancun but Stay Nearby 
Cancun is an airport that services much of the Yucatan Pennisula.  The areas in...
Last edited: 27 July 2008
Getting Arround in Cancun 
The airport in Cancun is a maze of people selling expensive transportation to...
Last edited: 31 August 2006
Mexican Beer 
Mexican Beer Many think that as long as it is cold and being imbibed anywhere...
Last edited: 28 January 2008
Tourist Board Info 
For those seeking information on the official Cancun Tourism Bureau, please use...
Last edited: 22 December 2008
Traveling During Hurricane Season 
The “Season” Hurricane Season is officially June-November.  August, September...
Last edited: 25 November 2009
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Inside Transportation
Arriving & Departing 
Important update regarding travel to Mexico, Canada, Central and South America...
Last edited: 22 August 2009
Getting Around 
Once  you arrive in Cancun and you are tired of sitting at your hotel, you...
Last edited: 06 April 2008
Public Transportation 
Buses: It's convenient and very inexpensive, about U.S. $0.70 per trip to get...
Last edited: 22 August 2009
Departure Tax 
Departure taxes can vary depending on a multitude of factors- plan for it to be...
Last edited: 19 October 2008
Taxis, Rental Cars, Other Options 
Taxis Taxis in Cancun are easy to obtain no matter where you are.  They are...
Last edited: 24 December 2008
Transportation to Isla Mujeres 
There are two different ferries to Isla Mujeres - one in the hotel zone behind...
Last edited: 15 June 2008
Watch Out For Tours 
When booking any tour you have to keep your guard up all the time.  Here's an...
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Inside Things to Do
Day Trips 
Puerto Morelos Playa del Carmen & Rio Secreto Great shopping and...
Last edited: 24 July 2009
Family Travel 
Celebrate Family: A sample itinerary Day 1:  Devote several hours to the...
Last edited: 04 July 2006
First-time Visitors 
To get from Hotel-to-Airport or Airport-to-Hotel you can....   Official taxis...
Last edited: 22 August 2009
Off the Beaten Path 
Just 30 minutes south of Cancun is a fishing village named Puerto Morelos.  It...
Last edited: 26 February 2009
The Performing Arts 
Looking for some local cultural activities?  Explore the past at the...
Last edited: 31 May 2006
Shopping 
A "must do" for anyone going to Cancun is to take a bus to Mercado 28. This is...
Last edited: 01 December 2006
Sports & Activities 
Snorkeling Adventures Snorkeling Adventures will pick you up at your hotel so...
Last edited: 22 December 2008
Cooking School 
The Little Mexican Cooking School A new fun addition to the Cancun and Puerto...
Last edited: 02 November 2009
Honeymooning 
Recommended Resorts for Honeymooners: Aventura Spa Palace - Very romantic...
Last edited: 09 February 2008
Luxury Yachts 
If you'd like to plan a totally private fishing expedition, a snorkel or diving...
Last edited: 27 March 2008
Nightlife Overview... 
Cancun has to be one of the best places in the Caribbean to travel to not only...
Last edited: 07 January 2009
personaldivers.com 
personaldivers.com  are a personal dive company.  We went diving with them and...
Last edited: 25 July 2009
Public Beaches 
  While all beaches in Cancun are technically public (federal property), you...
Last edited: 08 January 2007
Warning: Senor Frogs Waterslide 
Senor Frogs is a lot of fun, but If you go there, do NOT go down the...
Last edited: 15 October 2008
Bulldog Cafe 
We were at BullDog Oct 2009 Saturday night and had a blast!!! The DJ and sound...
Last edited: 08 October 2009
CancunVista 
CancunVista can take you on a sail boat off into the sunrise or sunset. You can...
Last edited: 19 June 2009
Coco Bongo Cancun 
Coco Bongo is a must see - it is a cross between Circus de Soleil/Concert/Th...
Last edited: 22 December 2008
El Meco Ruins 
El Meco, Maya Ruins Site: Hidden off the beaten path of Cancun and the mainland...
Last edited: 15 February 2009
El Rey Ruins (Zona Arqueologica El Rey) 
Ruinas Del Rey or "El Rey", located on Isla Cancun, is just off Kukulkan...
Last edited: 09 July 2006
Jeep Adventures 
Just and FYI as of Sept. 2009 this tour discontinued operations.
Last edited: 21 December 2009
Mercado 23 
Mercado 23 is NOT the same as Mercado 28. Mercado 23 is a LOCAL market that's...
Last edited: 20 February 2009
Selvatica Canopy Expedition and Adventure Tour 
Selvatica Jungle adventure located about 30 minutes south of the Cancun Hotel...
Last edited: 26 December 2009
Solo Buceo 
In late Jan. '09 my wife and I vacationed at Dreams Resort in Cancun Mexico. I...
Last edited: 22 November 2009
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Inside Dining Scene
Dining Overview 
Dining in Cancun includes a wide range of cuisines and price levels to satisfy...
Last edited: 22 December 2008
Breakfast 
These are the common choices that locals choose for Breakfast inside the Cancun...
Last edited: 15 August 2006
Cheap Eats 
There is somewhat of a dilemma when looking for "cheap eats" in Cancun . Most...
Last edited: 27 November 2009
Dining with a View 
Laguna Grill.  Fodor’s Guide Favorite Restaurant 2005, 2006.  Beautiful views...
Last edited: 09 February 2009
Special Occasion Dining 
LAGUNA GRILL.  Fodor’s Guide Favorite Restaurant 2005, 2006.  A romantic...
Last edited: 23 September 2009
Good Eats 
$40pp dinner and drinks Mexican- La Distelleria. Fantastic mole poblano. Good...
Last edited: 08 March 2009
Cambalache 
This is the sister restaurant to Puerto Madero, and like it features...
Last edited: 22 July 2009
Harry's Prime Steakhouse and Raw Bar 
Harry's is one of the premier steakhouses featuring Niman Ranch steaks. Each...
Last edited: 29 March 2009
La Bodeguita del Medio 
Nestled in the heart of Cancun's Zona Hotelera's main strip it is easy to...
Last edited: 15 June 2009
La Habichuela 
La Habichuela Sunset can accomodate large groups. It can be in their salon or...
Last edited: 11 November 2009
Pat O'Brien's 
Pat O'Briens has great atmosphere, great staff, great food and off-the-chain...
Last edited: 24 December 2008
Puerto Madero 
An Argentine-style steakhouse specializing in high-grade beef cooked over a...
Last edited: 19 July 2009
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Inside Mexico: For Foreign Visitors
Banks & Money 
    The national currency of Mexico is the Peso.  When you see prices listed...
Last edited: 13 March 2009
Crossing the Border 
As of January 23, 2007, passports will be required for all U.S. citizens...
Last edited: 05 December 2009
Emergencies 
Puerto Vallarta  When a car accident occurs in Puerta Vallarta all cars...
Last edited: 25 April 2008
Important Phrases 
Phrases and words that may be helpful to you while in Mexico include: The...
Last edited: 08 December 2009
Telephones 
52 (Five Two) is the International Country Code for calling Mexico. 00 (zero...
Last edited: 31 July 2008
Tipping & Etiquette 
GUIDE TO TIPPING IN MEXICO Tipping guidelines for Mexico are nearly the same...
Last edited: 11 August 2009
Arrival at Mexico City airport 
Benito Juarez airport (MEX) serving Mexico City is modern and efficient. There...
Last edited: 02 December 2009
Arrival at PVR 
Below is a step-by-step description of what to expect when arriving at the...
Last edited: 11 July 2006
ATMS and Credit Cards 
You can use a checking bankcard, credit card or debit card, and will find ATM...
Last edited: 17 October 2009
Bus Travel  
For those of you who haven't used it, Mexico has an excellent intercity bus...
Last edited: 09 May 2009
Buying Medications 
Be careful when buying medications while in Mexico.  There are different chains...
Last edited: 17 June 2008
Currency While in Mexico 
Mexico ’s national currency is the Peso.  Though some merchants both along the...
Last edited: 09 November 2009
Driving in Mexico 
Although Mexico is a big country, it can be easily travelled by car - if you...
Last edited: 26 January 2009
Embassies & Consulates (US/Canada) 
UNITED STATES United States Embassy in Mexico : Paseo de la Reforma 305, Col...
Last edited: 04 May 2009
Phoning Abroad 
In the past the least expensive means to call the U.S., Canada or Europe from...
Last edited: 07 June 2008
Public Safety & Security 
Concerns for safety and security in Mexico have risen steadily over the past...
Last edited: 23 June 2009
The American Customs in Mexico 
Courtesy in Mexico Introduction Mexico is a very unique place that like all...
Last edited: 22 December 2008
Timeshare and Consumer Complaints  
The following is from Profeco, the Mexican Governments Consumer Agency for...
Last edited: 15 June 2007
Vallarta Safety 
Vallarta was extremely safe, not as much anymore.  It is about as safe as most...
Last edited: 31 October 2009
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