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Inside Background
Culture 
The culture of Cozumel is highly unique, in that it combines ancient Mayan...
Last edited: 13 June 2006
Health & Safety 
Cozumel is one of the safest travel destinations in Mexico and may be one of...
Last edited: 12 August 2008
History 
The first people to settle in the area which is now known as Cozumel, Mexico...
Last edited: 28 June 2009
Neighborhoods 
There are six distinct areas which make up Cozumel and each offers its own...
Last edited: 04 August 2008
Recommended Reading 
One of the best ways for visitors to prepare for a trip is to read about the...
Last edited: 28 January 2007
Tourist Board Info 
The main place that visitors to Cozumel should visit for tourist information is...
Last edited: 26 July 2006
Weather & When to Go 
There really is not a bad time of year to visit Cozumel, both in terms of...
Last edited: 23 June 2009
Basic guide to underwater photography 
This information is aimed at those that have not researched this subject...
Last edited: 22 June 2009
Carnaval 
Relax and enjoy the slower paced lifestyle most dream of on vacations...
Last edited: 19 June 2008
Cozumel Forum FAQs 
Planning your next trip to Cozumel?  If you've got questions, the helpful folks...
Last edited: 25 August 2009
Diving for non certified divers 
With more and more people wanting to experience the wonders of the oceans...
Last edited: 06 July 2006
General hotel and resort information 
It is the intent of this section to try to give a first time visitor a general...
Last edited: 02 August 2008
Introduction 
If you are truly seeking the real flavor of Mexico...Cozumel should be on your...
Last edited: 15 January 2009
What a first time visitor can expect 
 Most people contemplating a trip to Cozumel have concerns about the quality of...
Last edited: 25 November 2009
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Inside Transportation
Arriving & Departing 
In order to get to Cozumel you can fly directly into the island's airport...
Last edited: 14 January 2009
Getting Around 
There are three main methods by which most visitors choose to get around...
Last edited: 13 June 2006
Public Transportation 
Unfortunately, public transportation is generally not considered a viable...
Last edited: 10 May 2009
Taxis & Rental Cars 
Either taxis or rental cars can be used in Cozumel.  Moped rental is not...
Last edited: 12 August 2008
Cozumel Maps and Map Links 
There are numerous maps of the island that you can purchase on-line MapChick's...
Last edited: 24 November 2008
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Inside Things to Do
Events & Festivals 
"Cantata de Rama" (song of the branch): At Christmas time you may encounter...
Last edited: 28 October 2006
Family Travel 
Cozumel is an excellent travel destination for families with kids of all ages...
Last edited: 23 June 2008
Nightlife 
Cozumel is a place where the young and the young at heart can dance the night...
Last edited: 17 June 2009
Off the Beaten Path 
Cozumel is the place to be for everything.  For a small island, everything is...
Last edited: 27 March 2009
Shopping 
Shopping in Cozumel is really an experience. There's an array of items from...
Last edited: 28 September 2009
Annual Event Calendar 
FEBRUARY-MARCH: CARNAVAL (Mardi Gras - Usually Falls in February) During...
Last edited: 11 July 2008
Cozumel - Beauty Below the Waves  
One of the things Cozumel is world famous for is its beauty below the waves...
Last edited: 26 January 2008
Cozumel Charters 
All-inclusive deep sea fishing, bottom fishing, and fly fishing trips are...
Last edited: 10 July 2009
Cozumel Tours 
Many local companies offer the same tours as the cruise ships, only for much...
Last edited: 10 July 2009
Discover Mexico Park 
Discover Mexico is an amazing park about Mexico where you will take a journey...
Last edited: 10 January 2008
El Cedral Festival 
This festival is held in the small town of El Cedral, in the south of Cozumel...
Last edited: 16 January 2007
Fury Catamaran 
Arranged by Lomas Travel, our group went for approximately 4.5 hours on the...
Last edited: 26 August 2009
Live Music 
In addition to the strolling musicians around town and Sunday in the Square at...
Last edited: 11 June 2009
Mountain Biking 
The island’s salt water environment is hard on bikes.  Consequently, not many...
Last edited: 11 September 2009
Playa Uvas beach 
Playa Uvas entrance fee  includes, one welcome drink and use of Uvas facilities...
Last edited: 15 January 2007
Pro Dive Mexico 
 Dive center based at Playa Azul beach, golf and scuba resort on Cozumel...
Last edited: 01 December 2009
Snorkeling on Your Own 
Playa Las Casitas snorkel area: While there are many places to snorkel, few are...
Last edited: 11 June 2009
Yucatan Jungle Explorer 
Cozumel being Mexico's largest island and just 12 miles off the coast of the...
Last edited: 01 December 2009
Albatross Charters 
Albatros Charters is a full service fishing/ diving charter operation in...
Last edited: 03 October 2009
Aqua Safari Dive Shop 
Aqua Safari is a good address to know in Cozumel if you just want to dive...
Last edited: 10 August 2009
Chankanaab National Park 
If you take a cruise that stops in cozumel, you have a couple of choices.. if...
Last edited: 27 January 2009
Cozumel Sailing 
Cozumel Sailing is owned and operated by Dan & Karen Libbert from Missouri...
Last edited: 30 March 2008
Cozumel Sports 
While cruising on a 7 day Western Carribean cruise the  family stopped for a...
Last edited: 23 July 2009
Dive Paradise Cozumel 
Dive Paradise is approximately 1.5 miles from the cruise terminal, on the beach...
Last edited: 01 September 2006
Dune Buggy Tours 
Cozumel Dune Buggy Tours If you are coming to Cozumel, several companies offer...
Last edited: 12 June 2009
Famous Fury Snorkel Beach Party 
Famous Fury Catamaran Snorkel and Beach Party will take you to Cozumel’s famous...
Last edited: 11 July 2009
Museo de la Isla de Cozumel 
This wonderful two story museum highlights the history of Cozumel and it's...
Last edited: 28 October 2006
Nachi-Cocom 
 Good food, good drinks and  good  hosts.  At the end of  day in Nachi Cocom...
Last edited: 09 December 2009
Palancar Reef 
Palancar Reef is a beautiful thing to see when visiting Cozumel.....The reef...
Last edited: 16 August 2009
Paradise Beach 
Paradise Beach, Cozumel, Mexico. The free entrance includes lounge chairs and...
Last edited: 25 March 2008
Scuba Du 
Scuba Du Cozumel http://www.scubad... SCUBA DU is a PADI s#2643 "Gold Palm" "5...
Last edited: 24 September 2009
Spearfishing Cozumel 
A different experience to try in Cozumel is spearfishing and a guide is...
Last edited: 02 August 2009
The Money Bar 
A Cozumel Beach Club: The Money Bar Restaurant: full service restaurant under...
Last edited: 04 December 2009
Wild Tours S.A. de C.V. 
From Cozumel you can still enjoy the beauty of the Riviera Maya.  Wild Tours...
Last edited: 07 April 2009
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Inside Dining Scene
Dining Overview 
La Mission has traditional Mexican food that is fresh, extremely good, and very...
Last edited: 22 June 2008
Breakfast 
 The Cozumel Museum (Museo Cozumel) restaurant on the second floor patio area...
Last edited: 09 December 2009
Cheap Eats 
El Camaron Dorado is a good place to get breakfast tacos & tortas .It is a...
Last edited: 21 July 2009
Henry's Grill 
Henry's Grill is located on Avenida 1 Sur between 80th and 85th. They have a...
Last edited: 10 August 2009
La Cocay 
For a taste of Cozumels best, try La Cocay. In Cozumel since 1995, a fine...
Last edited: 09 December 2009
Kinta 
Open Tuesday-Sunday  from 5:30-11:00pm Modern Mexican Cuisine Outdoor Tropical...
Last edited: 01 September 2009
La Choza 
La Choza is located on Avenida 10 between Avenida Rosado Salas and Calle 3...
Last edited: 03 February 2009
La Mission 
Alberto owns three restaurants: La Mission, Casa Mission & Parrilla...
Last edited: 14 August 2008
Le Bistrot 
Le Bistrot is sister restaurant from Le Chef, downtown San Miguel (formerly La...
Last edited: 03 June 2009
Mezcalitos Bar and Grill 
Mescalitos Bar and Grill is located on the far side of the island, but it's a...
Last edited: 09 July 2008
Pescaderia San Carlos 
Pescadaria San Carlos is located between A.R. Sales and Calle 3 on Avenida 50...
Last edited: 31 March 2009
Rock 'n Java Caribbean Cafe 
Rock´n Java Bar & Grill open for breakfast lunch and dinner.  Everything on...
Last edited: 21 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
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
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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