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Inside Background
Arriving & Departing 
By shuttle or private transfer service Shuttles can be booked in advance...
Last edited: 05 May 2006
Colectivos 
The easiest (and least expensive) way to get around between Akumal and other...
Last edited: 05 May 2006
Destination Weddings 
Destination weddings have become a huge trend. A destination wedding can...
Last edited: 17 May 2007
Donations & Gifts 
Many travelers to the area like to bring down gifts to give out in addition to...
Last edited: 02 March 2008
Only in Akumal 
                 ...   Enjoy the wonderful beach at Akumal Bay with the great...
Last edited: 20 July 2008
Safety 
Akumal is a pretty safe destination, but travelers need to exercise the same...
Last edited: 04 May 2006
Taxis & Rental Cars 
Taxis If you need a taxi to get somewhere from your hotel or condo, you can...
Last edited: 05 May 2006
Tipping at AIs and EPs  
Most travelers recommend bringing about $125 USD in singles for tipping during...
Last edited: 10 April 2007
Weather & When to Go 
Akumal is a great destination any time of the year, but you need to know what...
Last edited: 04 May 2006
Websites 
Where to research Akumal before you go? www.locogringo.com General information...
Last edited: 04 March 2009
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Inside Things to Do
Things to Do 
If you plan to visit the Mayan Riviera, be sure to plan on spending an after...
Last edited: 12 November 2008
Aktun Chen Caves 
This cave is located about 2 miles west of Rt. 307, a few miles south of...
Last edited: 11 January 2009
Blue Cenote off the HWY 
Blue Cenote is 5 miles north of AKUMAL, right off the highway.  There are two...
Last edited: 11 March 2009
Off the Beaten Path 
Muyil Archaeological Site The Mayan ruins of Muyil (also known as Chunyaxche...
Last edited: 12 November 2008
Things to do nearby 
Snorkeling You are so close to Hidden Worlds & Dos Ojos, great caves &...
Last edited: 12 November 2008
Kuxi K'aax (The Jungle Palace) 
It is possible to spend the most amazing couple of hours at the Jungle Palace...
Last edited: 18 August 2009
Yal-ku Lagoon 
Yal-ku Lagoon is wonderful for both adults and children.  There are no  ocean...
Last edited: 26 December 2008
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Inside Dining Scene
Dining Scene 
Most of the dining options in Akumal are in the Half Moon Bay region. Turtle...
Last edited: 30 April 2007
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Inside Mexico: For Foreign Visitors
Banks & Money 
The national currency of Mexico is the Mexican Peso;  and Banco de Mexico is...
Last edited: 03 January 2010
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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