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Cancun Family Travel Tips

By Candyce H. Stapen

  • Combine a waverunner and snorkeling trip to the Nichupte Lagoon.
  • Ride an underwater motor scooter getting eye-level with fish.
  • Swim, kayak, and lounge in hammocks at Garrafón Natural Reef Park on nearby Isla Mujeres.
  • Dive abundant reefs.
  • Bargain for take-home treasures, especially silver items.

Family Overview: Cancun, Mexico

By Candyce H. Stapen
Cancun's beaches bloom with high-rise hotels notorious for attracting wild college kids on break. Most travelers, however, still come for the turquoise seas, powdery sands, ample shopping, and endless nightlife. The Hotel Zone stretches along Cancun Island, a thin strip shaped like the number seven. Separating Cancun City, the business district on the mainland, and the Hotel Zone is the placid Nichupte Lagoon. Read More

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  • I will be traveling with my 28 y.o daughter at the beginning of Decmeber. I prefer all adults and my questions are: 1) All adults is just for romantic couples? or all adults 2) Which hotel have discotheques in their premises so we do not have to go outside for night entertainment?
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  • This is my first time traveling to Cancun and its for a honeymoon. I had a few questions hoping you can help. 1)I wanted to know what type of airport to hotel transportation I should get. Would it be cheaper to get a taxi or shuttle from the airport to my hotel the distance from the airport to my hotel is about 30 min. 2) My husband and I want to do a lot of water and sport activities. What website is the best to purchace packages from? Also, we are looking for the best destination to go ATV riding. would you happen to know which place has the best sites.
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  • seniors with 16 yr old visiting cancun first time. know of any good sightseeing tours? want to go over to Belize - know of reliable transportation, heard something about ADO. know how system works? thank you for your assistance.
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Hotels

Azul Sensatori Hotel

Carretera Cancun-Puerto Morelos km 27.5, Manz.37 Super Manz. 12
Bahia Petempich, Puerto Morelos Quintana Roo, 77580

Distance: 22.2 mi.
(from destination center)

Hotel Class: Not Yet Rated
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5.0
from: $298

Azul Beach Hotel, by Karisma All Inclusive

Carreter Federal Chetumal-Puerto Juanez, Km. 27.5
Riviera Maya n/a Map

Distance: 23.2 mi.
(from destination center)

Hotel Class: 4 class stars

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5.0
from: $158

Ceiba del Mar Spa Resort

Costera Norte Lote 01
Puerto Morelos 77580 Map

Distance: 22.4 mi.
(from destination center)

Hotel Class: 4 class stars

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Attractions

Selvatica Adventure Kingdom

expert favorite attraction
Puerto Morelos, Mexico

Distance: 22.2 mi. (from destination center)

Description: Offers a variety of adventure tours, including Extreme Canopy Adventure, Commando Expedition, Corona Rally, Zip & Snorkel, and Zip & Horseback Riding. ... Read More
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5_0

Crococun Zoo

Highway 307, 5 kilometers north of Puerto Morelos
Puerto Morelos, Mexico

Distance: 22.0 mi. (from destination center)

Description: This modest, tropical zoo is surprisingly rewarding and a good choice for families. 90-minute... Read More
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Jardin Botanico Yaax Che

Federal Chetumal-Cancun, C.P. 77580
Puerto Morelos, Mexico

Distance: 22.2 mi. (from destination center)

Description: Jardin Botanico Yaax Che is a botanical garden that spans 148 acres. The gardens were first... Read More
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Airports

Major Airports near Cancun

Distance (mi.)
Cancun Airport 0.7 map

Other Smaller Airports near Cancun

Distance (mi.)
Cozumel Airport 62.9 map
Merida Rejon Airport 183.6 map
Campeche International Airport 255.9 map

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