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My boyfriend and I need some recommendations on a short (3-4 weeks) budget trip starting in Mexico City, heading to Southern Mexico and Yucatan. What are some nice beaches, diving/snorkeling, ruins or treks.... and does anyone recommend visiting Belize and Guatemala during the short time here?
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Is there any hotels or motels in Los Algodones Mexico
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What is the best way to get from the Cozumel airport to the Wyndham? Our family is traveling to Cozumel in December and we were wondering what the best way to get to our hotel is. Any other info regarding Cozumel is welcome as well. Thanks!
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Trip Ideas

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Practical Advice

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Mexico's Baja Multi-Sport
The World Outdoors
from $2298, 7 days
Experience the sun-drenched beauty of Baja Mexico. Snorkel and kayak its turquoise waters, hike to waterfalls in the desert, tour a colonial village,...
Mexico - Baja & The Sea of Cortez Adventure
Boundless Journeys
from $1895, 7 days
Sea kayak across turquoise waters, snorkel with playful sea lions, hike into colorful canyons, and relax on pristine beaches under starry Baja skies. ......
50+ Adventures - Baja California - Among the Great Whales
ElderTreks
from $4850, 8 days
Each winter, gray whales migrate south from their arctic feeding grounds to breed and rear their young in Baja California's sheltered lagoons, making...
Yucatan Family Adventure
Discovery Adventures
from $1199, 8 days
Take the whole family on a cultural adventure exploring the ancient ruins of Chichen Itza and Tulum. Stroll the city streets for local treasures in...
Whale Watching & Sea Kayaking in Baja, Mexico
Holiday Expeditions
from $1400, 10 days
For those who want to do it all! Both sea kayaking and snorkeling in a Sea of Cortez marine park off the coast of Loreto, we take you to another side...

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Gear

Diving Fin Innovations
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Maiden voyage of the man-fish
Tropical Getaway
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The key to packing light for a warm-weather trip: quality, not quantity.
Olympus Stylus 790 SW
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Aqualung Mythos mask and Caravelle ADJ fins
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JBL Woody Sawed-Off Magnum Speargun
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Fitness

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Attractions

Playa La Ropa

Good For Snorkeling

Zihuatanejo
Zihuatanejo, Mexico

Description: Playa La Ropa is a popular walking beach that features white sands that line Zihuatanejo Bay. Here... Read More

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Facing the Zona Dorada
Mazatl�, Mexico

Description: Designated a nature reserve, Isla de los Venados is an uninhabited island with clean, pretty beaches. Its waters are calm and clear, which make snorkeling a popular activity there. ... Read More

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Isla Espiritu Santo

Good For Snorkeling

Sea of Cortez
La Paz, Mexico

Description: Isla Espiritu Santo is a 23,383-acre island in the Sea of Cortez. It features a number of rare... Read More

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