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Don’t rent a car. Police love to stop you for random "violations" to extract money from your wallet, and you probably won’t need a car in Cancun anyway. If you want to visit ruins on a day trip, your hotel can hook you up with a tour.
Look for low-season deals. Low season in Cancun is from May to mid-December, not counting a mini high season in June and July, when Mexican and European travelers head to Cancun. Keep in mind, though, that hurricane season overlaps this period.
Swim, kayak, and lounge in hammocks at Garrafón Natural Reef Park on nearby Isla Mujeres.
Bargain for take-home treasures, especially silver items.
Combine a waverunner and snorkeling trip to the Nichupte Lagoon.

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Cancun Travel Guide

Cancún turns 33 in 2008, and like many 30-somethings, she is absolutely hitting her prime. In 1974, a group of Mexican government computer analysts picked Cancún for tourism development due to its ideal mix of elements: transparent blue oceans, powdery white beaches, and immense potential for growth. Since then, the city has faced considerable natural challenges, emerging stronger and more irresistible each time. The wreckage of Hurricane Wilma, which tore through the Yucatán peninsula in 2005, has been replaced by exacting renovations, luxurious upgrades, and brand-new destinations throughout this slice of Caribbean paradise. 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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Fiesta Americana Grand Coral Beach Cancun

KUKULKAN BLVD KM 9.5 LOTE 6
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Dreams Cancun Resort & Spa All Inclusive

Punta Cancun Zona Hotelera
Cancun 77500 Map

Distance: 6.3 mi.
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Attractions

Puerto Morelos

Carretera Cancún-Tulum
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Centro Ceremonial Kohunlich

Carretera Cancún-Chetumal Km. 307
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Grutas de Aktun Chen

Carretera Cancún-Tulum Km 107
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Airports

Major Airports near Cancun

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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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Cancun Vacation Rentals

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La Casa Bay Blue - CARIBBEAN WATERFRONT..PERFECT

Bedrooms: 2
Bathrooms: 2
Sleeps: 8

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