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c a n c u n i s a p l a c e l i k e n o o t h e r . White sandy beaches. Clear turquoise waters. Small hotels and expansive resorts. Fine dining and festive entertainment. The wonders of nature and the marvels of the Mayan civilization. Add some of the world’s most exquisite snorkeling and diving, a full range of water sports and championship golf, and you have a location that will delight your group. Also consider the professional meetings and convention expertise found in Cancun, and you have a destination where meeting success is assured. Welcome to Cancun.
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Beachfront Hotels1 Holiday Inn Cancún Arenas
2 Club Verano Beat
3 Blue Bay Getaway & Spa
4 Aquamarina Beach
5 Barcelo Costa Cancún
6 Oasis Palm Beach
7 Club Internacional
8 Casa Maya
9 Riu Caribe
10 Presidente Inter Continental
11 Ambiance Villas
12 Oasis Viva Beach
13 Riu Palace Las Americas
14 Riu Cancún
15 Fiesta Americana Grand Coral Beach
16 Dreams Cancún Resort & Spa
17 Hyatt Regency Cancún
18 NH Krystal Cancún
19 Royal Sunset Cancún
20 Le Blanc
21 Hyatt Cancún Caribe
22 Gran Caribe Real
23 The Royal Cancun
24 Flamingo Cancún Resort & Spa
25 Avalón Baccara
26 Avalón Grand
27 Beach Palace
28 ME by Melia
29 Park Royal Cancún
30 Fiesta Americana Grand Aqua
31 Barceló Tucancun Beach
32 The Royal Sands
33 Ritz Carlton Cancún
34 Golden Parnassus Resort & Spa
35 Le Meridien
36 Cancún Palace
37 J.W. Marriott
38 Marriott CasaMagna
39 Gran Meliá Cancún
40 Fiesta Americana Condesa
41 Oasis Cancún
42 Grand Oasis Cancún
43 Omni Cancún Hotel & Villas
44 Royal Mayan
45 Royal Caribbean
46 Royal Islander
47 Hilton Cancún Golf & Spa
48 El Pueblito
49 Crown Paradise Club
50 Grand Oasis Playa
51 Solymar Beach Resort
52 Gran Royal Solaris
53 Royal Solaris Cancún
54 The Bel Air Collection
55 Hotetur Beach Paradise
56 Sun Palace
57 The Westin Resort & Spa
58 The Caribbean Princess
59 Cancún Marina Club
60 Sunset Lagoon
61 Holiday Inn Express
62 Clipper Club
63 Club Med
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Chichen Itza 205 127.4
Ek Balam 175 108.7
Chiquila 160 99.4
Puerto Juarez 6 3.7
Puerto Morelos 36 22.4
Playa del Carmen 68 42.2
Cozumel (by ferry) 60 37.2
Tulum 131 81.4
Coba 135 83.9
Majahual 347 215.6
Bacalar 352 218.7
Chetumal 382 237.4
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Shopping CentersL Plaza Caracol
M Forum by the Sea
N Plaza Flamingo
O La Isla Shopping Village
P Kukulcan Plaza and Luxury Avenue
Golf CoursesA Playa Mujeres Golf Club
B Puerto Cancún Golf Club
C Cancún Golf Club Pok Ta Pok
D Hilton Cancún Golf & Spa Resort
E La Roca Country Club
F Moon Spa & Golf Club
G Mayan Resort Golf Riviera Maya
H Iberostar Playa Paraíso
I El Camaleón Mayakoba
J Playacar Spa & Golf Club
K Cozumel Country Club
Small Hotels64 Imperial Las Perlas
65 Maya Caribe
66 Dos Playas
67 Condominios Carisa y Palma
68 Condominios Salvia
69 Imperial Laguna
70 Suites Costa Blanca
Puerto Morelos Hotels71 Moon Palace Golf & Spa Resort
72 Azul Hotel
73 Desire Resort & Spa
74 Paraiso de la Bonita Resort & Thalasso
75 Paradisus Riviera Cancun
76 Excellence Riviera Cancun
77 Acamaya Reef
78 Ceiba del Mar Spa Resort
79 Ojo de Agua
80 Hotel Marina El Cid
4 Introduction
8 Mayan Culture
14 Ecotourism
20 Beaches & Water Sports
26 Golf
30 Dining
36 Entertainment & Nightlife
40 Shopping
44 Spas
48 Romance
52 Hotels & Resorts
58 Puerto Morelos
60 Groups & Conventions
62 Travel Agencies
63 Transportation
64 General Information
Table of Contents
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t h e v i v i d c o l o r s of nature. An invigorating rush of recreational activities. The unique sounds of indigenous wildlife. The auras of mystery and majesty still lingering in historical Mayan sites. This is Cancun, a wondrous place that awakens your senses and enlightens your soul. Situated on the coast of the Mexican state of Quintana Roo, Cancun rests along the shores of the turquoise-blue Caribbean. This southeast Mexican site was specifically designed to be one of the world’s most vibrant tourism destinations. Offering an endless variety of activities and amenities and surrounded by lush, expansive natural reserves, Cancun is an idyllic vacation setting like no other.
Introduction
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a f u l l 2 5 p e r c e n t of the Mexican Caribbean exists as ecological reserves, making your Cancun visit the perfect opportunity to experience the wonders of nature, from enchanting jungles to the world’s second largest barrier reef. With nearly 5,000 archaeological sites in the Mexican Caribbean, Cancun immerses you in the living history of the ancient Mayans, an extraordinary culture whose regional influence is felt and revered to this day. The Mayan culture is a rich part of the local folklore, which can be discovered throughout the island, downtown and nearby Puerto Morelos in arts, cuisine, architecture and more.
Within these beautifully preserved environs and along the shores of Cancun, a multitude of water sports and other recreations await you. Our turquoise waters are your treasure trove for snorkeling, deep-sea diving and sportfishing. Kayak under the stars through the Sian Ka’an Biosphere Reserve beneath the watchful eyes of macaws, toucans and flamingos. Feel the lure of shimmering sands as you walk, sun and laze on Cancun’s beaches. Visit the crocodile farm in Puerto Morelos. If your preferred form of recreation is shopping, you’ll find a world-class experience here with nearly �,000 shops, boutiques, and stores featuring merchandise ranging from local artisans’ crafts to haute couture.
Mayan traditions extend to Cancun’s world-class spas where traditional services are complemented by Mayan-inspired treatments. Once you’ve pampered your body and soul at these remarkable facilities, treat yourself to extraordinary cuisine from every corner of the globe, found in the many restaurants and eateries on the island. If golf ’s your game, you’ll find the perfect challenge on Cancun’s many championship courses. Some of the game’s greatest names have brought their experience and talent to the design of these superb links.
As the evening turns to night, take your turn on the dance floor in a variety of discos or turn your attention to world-renowned musical acts that take to the stage in Cancun’s lively bars.
And while these exciting activities abound in Cancun, well-deserved rest and relaxation is just as easily discovered in over �6,000 top-quality hotel rooms. In fact, an eclectic selection of small hotels welcomes you to the region with traditional Mexican hospitality, exemplary service and distinctive accommodations.
Whether you come to Cancun for the wedding of your dreams, a fun-filled family vacation, a romantic getaway for two, or a memorable meeting, this destination’s charming ambiance and gracious hospitality will make your stay an unforgettable delight.
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m i l l e n n i a h av e pa s s e d since the Mayan culture thrived amongst the jungles and shores of modern-day Cancun and the Yucatan Peninsula. A highly intelligent civilization with precise understanding of agriculture, astronomy, and math, the Mayans devised a complex hieroglyphic alphabet, charted paths of the moon and stars, invented the number “zero” for mathematical use and developed a calendar system that’s more accurate than the one we use today.
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t h e m aya s were one of only two peoples to develop and sustain an urban culture in a rainforest setting. But Mayan cities were not cities in the modern sense. Because this ancient culture was so strongly devoted to its religion, the urban centers they built consisted primarily of massive temples and monuments used in worship for their gods. These urban centers were barely habitable because, as lush as rainforests are, the free-growing vegetation and other flora sap the soil of nutrients, making it extremely poor agricultural land.
As a result, the Mayans’ ceremonial centers served a population that was dispersed in the surrounding areas. In fact, it is estimated that during the classic period of Mayan culture, the population was less than 30 people per square mile. With so few people available for labor, the construction of Mayan temples and monuments is even more impressive.
Vestiges of these holy structures are still standing in Cancun, preserved by dense jungles and rainforests. Operating companies offer certified guides to help you find and enjoy these remarkable sites. Most tours include visits to the colonial city of Valladolid, sacrificial sinkholes and an archaeological site and provide an opportunity to witness a Mayan ceremony as well.
In El Meco, just five km from Cancun, a pyramid dubbed El Castillo (The Castle), features fans symbols of commerce encrusted on its facades, to mark its significance as a commercial center. In the hotel zone, the monuments of El Rey were erected, and vestiges of brightly colored mural painting remain. Archaeological wonder even extends to Cancun’s golf courses. On the course called “Pok ta Pok,” golfers encounter an isolated temple.
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o t h e r r e m a r k a b l e a r c h a e o l o g i c a l s i t e s are found within a two-hour drive from Cancun’s hotel zone. In the capital city of Chichen Itza, 117 miles west of Cancun, the majestic Kukulcan pyramid rises from the earth. Actually a calendar made of stone, the pyramid is joined by the largest Ball Game in Mesoamerica, a Mayan astronomic observatory and the building of the Nuns which features a crack that reveals various stages of the pyramid’s construction.
The ancient city looming above five lagoons, Coba is 101.5 miles from Cancun and is made up of various Mayan communities. In its era, Coba extended over 70 square miles. Nohoch Mul, the tallest pyramid on the north of the peninsula, still stands and offers seemingly infinite views over the jungle.
The recently discovered Ek-Balam was once a sacred center and seat of power. Located 90 miles from Cancun, the walled city is just beginning to reveal its secrets through its buildings, temples and palaces.
Just �� miles south of Cancun, the cliff-side city of Tulum is among Mexico’s most-visited Mayan ruins. The walled city’s remaining castle and temple are decorated with figures of the god descending and overlook the vast turquoise ocean.
Local residents take great pride in this powerful, storied Mayan heritage which dates back to 1500 BC, and its influence on modern-day Cancun is apparent everywhere you look, from art and architecture to spa indulgences and cuisine.
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Mexican Association of Travel Agencieswww.amavqroo.org 887 1670
Amstar DGT Cancunwww.amstarmexico.com 881 9547 • • • • • •
Best Day Tourswww.bestday.com.mx 881 1360 • • • • • • • • • • • •
Cancun Savon [email protected] 885 1333 • • • • • • • • •
Gray Line Cancunwww.graylinecancun.com 849 4545 • • • •
Grupo Mariturwww.maritur.com 892 8929 • • • • • • • • •
H.I.S. Cancunwww.his mexico.com 887 9928 • • • • • •
Iguana Boatwww.iguanaboat.com (984) 873 1874 • • •
IMC Grupo Intermar Caribewww.travel2mexico.com 881 0000 • • • • • •
Magic Tourswww.cancunalltours.com 848 1780 • • • • • • • • • • •
Mayan Questwww.mayanquest.com 898 1641 • • • • • • • • • • • •
Olympus Tourswww.olympus tours.com 881 9030 • • • • • • •
Royale Tourswww.royaletours.com.mx 881 7100 • • • • • • •
Turimexwww.turimexcun.com 887 4090 • • • • • • • • • •
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o p p o r t u n i t i e s t o r e a c h n e w h o r i z o n s exist everywhere in Cancun, as the surrounding ecotourism and adventure lets you experience and commune with nature like no place else. In fact, natural pursuits alone draw thousands of visitors to Cancun each year. That’s no coincidence. From the early days of its development, Cancun has been designed to keep intact natural treasures and resources. Because these jungles, waters, reefs and habitats are impeccably preserved and maintained and because use of them is carefully regulated they remain available for exploration.
Ecotourism & Adventure
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c a n c u n i s h o m e to leading ecoarchaeological parks where nature and recreation blend seamlessly. Xcaret offers more than �5 attractions, including a Mayan village and river, an underground river, coral reef aquarium, snorkeling inlet and tropical jungle path. At Xel-Ha, the world’s largest natural aquarium, you can swim with dolphins, rent Sea Treks, dive, ride the jungle train and more, all in a collection of coves, lagoons, sinkholes and caves. Set atop a cliff at the edge of a small bay, Garrafon gives you the opportunity to snorkel or dive on a natural reef more than 300 meters long, visit the Mayan temple of goddess Ixchel or stroll through the sculptural garden at South point.
And dramatic environs set the stage for your experience. Explore a fascinating underground river system. Search mysterious caves. Brave a mystic jungle sprawling over undetected ancient cities. Tiptoe around the world’s largest natural sinkholes known to locals as “cenotes.” Glide from jungle tree to jungle tree via a zip line that suspends you over rivers, streams, foliage and cenotes.
Getting in touch with Cancun’s wild side is easy when in the midst of Caribbean wildlife. You’ll encounter howler monkeys, flamingos, and mot-mots (clock birds). Macaws, toucans and other gloriously colored exotic birds call to you from a verdant tree canopy.
In the turquoise waters off Cancun, you’ll swim with dolphins and, perhaps, catch a rare glimpse of a whale shark. Submerge yourself in the vibrant marine life of the Great Mesoamerican Reef, teeming with prismatic plant and animal species that thrive in these waters. Or dive into a different world at the acclaimed archipelago formed by Holbox, Contoy, Isla Mujeres, Cozumel Islands and the Chinchorro Banks.
Come discover these world-renowned ecoarchaeological parks and nature reserves. Kayak under the sun and stars. Seek peaceful manatees in calm river waters. Hike florid paths blooming with bromeliads.
All of Cancun’s natural wonders are yours to experience.
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Alltournativewww.alltournative.com (984) 876 2258 * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *
Atvs Jungle Tour www.puertomorelosadventure.com 884 2316 * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *
Delphinus Riviera Mayawww.viadelphi.com 887 6846 * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *
Dolphin Discoverywww.dolphindiscovery.com 881 7443 * * * * * * * * * * * * *
Ecocolorswww.ecotravelmexico.com 884 3667 * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *
Forestour www.forestour.com 898 3058 * * * * * * * * * * * * *
Garrafonwww.dolphindiscovery.com 877 1100 * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *
Interactive Aquariumwww.aquariumcancun.com (984) 114 9305 * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *
Selvaticawww.selvatica.com.mx 849 5510 * * * * * * * * *
Xel hawww.xel ha.com 884 9422 * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *
Xcaretwww.xcaret.com 881 2400 * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *
Yaaj ximbal www.yaajximbal.com.mx 892 7580 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
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Don’t miss a trip to the Biosphere Reserve of Sian Ka’an where over 3�5 species of birds can be found alongside all of the endangered species of cats jaguar, ocelot, puma and margay. Here, manatees, crocodiles, spider monkeys and various types of sea turtles also make their homes.
The birdwatching is exquisite on Isla Contoy. A short boat ride from Isla Mujeres, this locale is an undisturbed natural habitat for a wealth of avian species, including egrets and pelicans.
The reefs off Cancun are dazzling and the cenotes (natural wells) offer amazing experiences for expert divers. To take full advantage of your diving time in Cancun, get your diver’s certification before arriving. If that’s not possible, don’t worry. Several Cancun dive shops offer diving lessons and certification.
You’ll want to capture photographs of virtually everything you see but be sure to bring a waterproof camera as so many ecotourism activities take place on or near water.
Just 1� miles south of Cancun, Puerto Morelos is home to a crocodile farm, petting zoo and a 1�0-acre botanical garden situated in a tropical jungle.
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i n , a b o v e , a n d b e l o w the turquoise waters of the Caribbean Sea, you’ll enjoy some of the world’s finest beaches and most exciting water sports. In all, 1� miles of white-powder sand make up the Cancun beachfront and are ideal for sunning, windsurfing, parasailing or swimming.
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j u s t o f f t h e s h o r e , the Nichupté Lagoon System offers an array of activities. Formed by the Nichupté, Rio Inglés, Love, Caleta, Nizuc and Bojórquez lagoons, the system covers some 6,700 hectares. The juxtaposition of the ocean and these lagoons provide rich natural frameworks for biodiversity, as well as for a wide variety of water-related services.
Add to this natural setting a world-class infrastructure that includes over �5 marinas and water sports centers with expert guides and professional operators, an excellent fleet for providing services, and an island-wide use of environmentally sensitive technology that minimizes fuel-related contamination, and it’s easy to see that Cancun is a true water sports haven.
Set sail on the deck of a schooner or speed out to sea and vie for big game aboard a deep-sea fishing boat. Under the sparkling surface, snorkel or scuba dive among the world’s second largest natural reef and experience breathtakingly close views of amazing corals and vividly colored fish. You can even walk along the bottom of the sea with the help of a clear breathing helmet.
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a d v e n t u r e c a n b e f o u n d everywhere near, and in, the waters off Cancun and Puerto Morelos. Rent a wave runner or catamaran. Go on a jungle tour, glass bottom boat excursion or snorkeling trip. Get SCUBA certified by an experienced dive master.
Put your toes in the sand, on the deck or in the water. You’re in Cancun, one of the world’s foremost water sports havens.
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Take a jungle tour. Cancun’s most popular visitor activity gives you insight into fascinating ecosystems and habitats you can’t view anywhere else in the world.
Mexican law prohibits the following practices: touching animals or coral reefs and collecting rocks, sand, seashells or any natural object in the water or on the beach. Those violating these laws may be prosecuted.
Be sure to use sunscreen/suntan lotion, but make sure it’s biodegradable to avoid polluting the waters.
Always wear a life jacket while doing water sports or other nautical activities.
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Aqua Tourswww.dolphindiscovery.com 881 7400 • • • •
Aqua Worldwww.aquaworld.com.mx 848 8327 • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
Blue [email protected] 885 1108 • •
Caribbean Carnavalwww.caribbeancarnaval.com.mx 884 3760 • • • • • • • • • •
Galeon Del Capitan Hookwww.captainhook.com 849 4453 • • • • •
Grupo Discoverywww.dolphindiscovery.com.mx 849 4039 • • • • • • • • • •
Kolumbus Tourswww.kolumbustours.com 884 1598 d a i l y t r i p s t o c o n t o y i s l a n d
Marina Barracudawww.marinabarracuda.com 885 2444 • • • • • • • • •
Marina Club Lagoonwww.cancunmarinaclubhotel.com 849 4782 • • • • • • • • •
Marina Punta Del [email protected] 883 1309 • • • • • • • •
Naviera Asterixwww.contoytours.com 886 4847 • • •
Servicios Turisticos Aventuras 884 5215 • • • •
Sailing [email protected] 849 4900 • • • •
Scuba Cancunwww.scubacancun.com.mx 849 4736 • • • •
Scuba Caribewww.scubacaribe.com 883 4314 • • • •
Solo Buceowww.solobuceo.com 883 3979 • • • • • • • •
Yachts Entertainmentwww.yachtset.com 883 4058 • • • • • •
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fa i r way s h av e n e v e r s e e m e d s o fa i r . Greens? Never as green. The game of golf? Never more imposing and poetic.
In Cancun, some of the world’s most renowned golf course designers have teamed up with the surrounding lush nature and created a selection of nine legendary courses, with four more on the way. Cancun course designs have come from some of the game’s greatest names, including Jack Nicklaus, Robert Trent Jones, Jr., Robert Von Hagge, Isao Aoki, Greg Norman, Tom Weiskopf, P.B. Dye, Tom Fazio and Nick Price.
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t h e s e c o u r s e s f e at u r e challenging fairways that present players with distinctive curves and gentle hills, all framed by colorful tropical vegetation. From tee to green, views of the Caribbean’s turquoise waters and pure white beaches stretch out in the distance. Surrounding nature puts an abundance of wildlife in view, including iguanas, herons, raccoons and bright red macaws.
While some courses are built around historical Mayan temples, modern conveniences and design features are incorporated into every course to ensure that players of all levels are ready for the challenge. In fact, golf courses in the Mexican Caribbean meet the highest standards set by professional tournaments and expert golfers. And from the pro shop to the 19th hole, you can take advantage of familiar golfing amenities such as club, shoe and cart rental, practice areas, putting greens, course assistants, and lessons or clinics from club pros.
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Puerto Cancun Golf Course (Opening 2008)www.puertocancun.com (998) 884 0106 • • • • • • • • • •
Cancun Golf Club at Pok Ta Pokwww.cancungolfclub.com (998) 883 1277 • • • • • • • • • • • • •
Cozumel Country Club www.cozumelcountryclub.com.mx (987) 872 9570 • • • • • • • • • • •
El Camaleón, Mayakobawww.mayakoba.com (984) 206 3088 • • • • • • • • • • • • •
Hilton Cancún Golf Clubwww.hilton.com (998) 881 8016 • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
Iberostar Playa Paraíso Golf Clubwww.iberostar.com (984) 877 2800 • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
La Roca Country Club (Opening 2008)www.larocacountryclub.com (998) 892 3617 • • • • • • • • • • • • •
Mayan Resorts Golf Riviera Mayawww.mayanresorts.com.mx (984) 206 4043 • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
Gran Melia Cancunwww.solmelia.com (998) 881 1768 • • • •
Moon Spa & Golf Clubwww.palaceresorts.com (998) 881 6000 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
Oasis Resortwww.oasishotels.com (998) 840 6040 • • • • • •
Playacar Spa & Golf Clubwww.palaceresorts.com (984) 873 4990 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
Playa Mujeres Golf Clubwww.playamujeres.com.mx (998) 892 0874 • • • • • • • • • • •
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Mexican cuisine is recognized as one of the three most popular food styles in the world and where better to enjoy it than Cancun? But the fare served here is not limited to local specialties. From steak to seafood, from Oriental to Argentinian and from American to Italian, Cancun offers a world of culinary options. Dine your way through a world of international cuisine options at small eateries, contemporary restaurants, exotic bistros and themed dining rooms found throughout Cancun. Libations abound as well with fine wines and spirits from all corners of the globe. From fine dining to fast food, you’ll find tantalizing fare wherever you go.
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Championswww.champions sports.com.mx 881 2043 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
Hard Rock Caféwww.hardrock.com 881 8120 • • • • • • • • • • •
Margaritavillewww.margaritaville.com.mx 885 2375 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
Pat O’Brien’swww.patobriens.com 883 0832 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
Rainforest Cafewww.rainforestcafe.com 881 3130 • • • • • • • • • • •
T.G.I. Fridayswww.fridays.com.mx 883 3542 • • • • • • • • • • • •
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Buenos Aireswww.bairescancun.com 892 4600 • • • • • • • • • • • • •
Capilla Argentinawww.casamagnacancun.com 881 2062 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
Grillo’[email protected] 884 1871 • • • • • • • • • • • • •
Pampero Asador [email protected] 887 7840 • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
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China Chi Wokwww.kukulcanplaza.com 885 3056 • • • • • • • • •
[email protected] 883 2084 • • • • • • • •
Hong Kong www.hongkong.com.mx 887 6315 • • • • • • • • • •
Iroriwww.irori cancun.com 892 3072 • • • • • • • • • • • • •
Mikado www.jwmarriottcancunresort.com 881 2000 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
Mr. Lauwww.mrlaurestaurantes.com 206 1313 • • • • • • • • • •
Thai Loungewww.aquariumcancun.com 883 1401 • • • • • • • • • • •
Yamamotowww.yamamoto cancun.com 887 3366 • • • • • • • •
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El Pabilowww.elpabilo.com 892 4553 • • • • • • • • •
Sanborn`swww.sanborns.com.mx 884 0002 • • • • • • • • •
Vip´swww.vips.com.mx 887 8031 • • • • • • • • •
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La Habichuelawww.lahabichuela.com 884 3158 • • • • • • • • • • • •
m a n y c a n c u n e at i n g e s ta b l i s h m e n t s bear the mark of the “H” award which is a recognition that the location complies with the regulations of the Secretary of Health, following the recommendations of the World Health Organization (WHO). Cancun is the world leader in awarding this designation to hotels and restaurants for standards of excellence in the sanitary handling of food and beverages.
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If you like seafood, you must try ceviche, a tropical Mexican specialty featuring fish or seafood such as shrimp, octopus or shellfish, with finely chopped onion, cilantro and tomato. Chili pepper and avocado are added, and all the ingredients are bathed in fresh lemon juice, resulting in an incomparable explosion of flavors.
Drink like the locals and order Xtabentun after your meal. This local liquor is prepared by fermenting anise and honey with an infusion of fine herbs.
Brave the habanero chile. This mild-looking yellow pepper is fire-hot but serves as an excellent condiment to some of Mexico’s finest culinary delicacies.
Remember to tip your servers as gratuities are not included in food and beverage prices. Depending on the quality of service, tips are customarily between 10 and �0 percent of the total bill.
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Le Basilic www.fiestamericana.com 881 3200 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
L Escargot www.lescargotcun.com 887 6337 • • • • • • • • • • •
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Burger King www.burgerking.com.mx 887 8811 • • • • •
Kentucky Fried Chickenwww.kfc.com.mx 887 1070 • • • • •
McDonaldswww.mcdonalds.com.mx 884 7512 • • • • • • •
Subway www.subway.com.mx 887 5616 • • • • •
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Blue Bayouwww.hyatt.com 848 9800 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
Carlos And Charlies www.carlosandcharlies.com 883 1722 • • • • • • • • • • •
Salute www.salute.com.mx 881 5556 • • • • • • • • • • • • •
La Casa De Campo www.cancungolfclub.com 883 1230 • • • • • • • • • • •
Puerto Madero www.puertomaderocancun.com 885 2829 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
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Alfredo Di Romawww.intercontinental.com/cancun 848 8747 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
Casa Rolandiwww.rolandi.com 883 1817 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
Cenacolowww.cenacolo.com.mx 885 3603 • • • • • • • • • • •
Gustinowww.marriott.com.mx 848 9684 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
La Dolce Vitawww.ladolcevitacancun.com 885 0150 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
La Madonnawww.lamadonna.com.mx 883 4837 • • • • • • • • • •
Locanda Paolowww.locandapaolo.com 887 2627 • • • • • • • • • • • • •
Mama Romawww.grupoandersons.com 887 4520 • • • • • • • • • •
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Café Salsawww.marriott.com.mx 848 9602 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
Casa Magueywww.okmaguey.com.mx 287 8224 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
Hacienda Sisalwww.haciendasisal.com 848 8216 • • • • • • • • • • •
La Casa De Las Margaritaswww.lacasadelasmargaritas.com 883 3222 • • • • • • • • • • •
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La Parrillawww.laparrilla.com.mx 887 6141 • • • • • • • •
La Joyawww.fiestamericana.com 881 3200 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
[email protected] 883 2124 • • • • • • • • • • • • •
Paloma Bonitawww.dreamsresorts.com/cancun 848 7082 • • • • • • • • • • • •
Pericoswww.pericos.com.mx 884 3152 • • • • • • • • • • • •
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100% Naturalwww.100natural.com.mx 887 2523 • • • • • • • • • • •
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Dominos Pizzawww.dominos.com.mx 884 7512 • • • •
Pizza Hutwww.pizzahut.com 887 1070 • • • •
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Labnawww.labna.com 892 3056 • • • • • • • • • • •
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Bubba Gump Shrimp Co.www.bubbagump.com 885 3010 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
Mocambowww.laparilla.com.mx 883 0398 • • • • • • • • • • • • •
Isla Contoywww.fiestamericana.com 881 3200 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
La [email protected] 883 1395 • • • • • • • • • • • •
Lorito Joe’swww.loritojoes.com 885 1536 • • • • • • • • • • •
Lorenzillo´s www.lorenzillos.com.mx 883 1254 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
The Covewww.dolphindiscovery.com 849 4682 • • • • • • • • • • •
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Cambalachewww.grupocambalache.com 883 0908 • • • • • • • • • • • •
Outback Steak Housewww.outback.com.mx 883 3350 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
Río Churrascarí[email protected] 849 9040 • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
Ruth’s Chris Steak Housewww.ruthschris.com.mx 885 0500 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
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w h e t h e r y o u t h i r s t for good times or yearn for glittering nightlife, Cancun is a festive party that’s always in full swing. An eclectic selection of music fills the evening air. Jazz. Rock. Electronic music. Salsa and Caribbean music. Explore the night in tropical bars, cantinas, lounges, discos and beachfront celebrations. You may even be treated to a special appearance by one of many world-renowned bands, DJs and performers who make this paradise a regular tour stop.
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Bull Dog Caféwww.bulldogcafe.com 848 9851 • • • • • • • • • • •
Caribbean Carnavalwww.carribeancarnaval.com 887 1302 • • • • • • • • • •
Coco Bongowww.cocobongo.com.mx 883 5061 • • • • • • • • • •
Dady’Owww.dadyo.net 883 3333 • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
Dady Rockwww.dadyo.net 883 3333 • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
Mambo Caféwww.mambocafe.com.mx 887 7891 • • • • • • • • • •
O Ultra Loungewww.dadyo.net 883 3333 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
Roots Jazz Clubwww.cancunjazzfiesta.com 884 2437 • • • • • • • • • •
Sabor Latinowww.sabor latino.com 898 4006 • • • • • • • • • • •
The Citywww.thecitycancun.com 848 8380 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
Señor Frog’swww.senorfrogs.com 883 3454 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
Nectar Bar Lounge and Marinawww.nectarbar.com 883 3716 • • • • • • • • • • • •
e v e r y c a n c u n n i g h t, a fiesta takes to the streets and lasts until the sun returns. Don’t think you can last that long? You’ll be surprised. The vivid colors and rich sounds of a Cancun fiesta energize you and, before you know it, you’re in the thick of one of the most delightful experiences you’ll ever enjoy. Enchanting rhythms fill the air and the locals’ outlandish costumes bring an even more festive spirit to the night. Caught up in the fun, laughter, music and friendly camaraderie, you’ll wish the night would never end. Best of all, this unforgettable fiesta takes place in a safe, joyful setting that’s just steps from your hotel room.
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i f y o u wa n t i t, you’ll find it in Cancun. A free port with remarkably low prices, this Caribbean paradise is a very popular shopping destination.
In more than �,000 shops, boutiques and stores, you’ll find everything from haute couture to handcrafts. Fine jewelry, cosmetics, fragrances and accessories from the world’s leading designers. Exquisitely crafted local folk art, beach attire, seashells and casual wear. In fact, the complete Cancun shopping experience is so diverse, it takes even the most experienced shoppers several days to enjoy.
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l o c at e d i n both the hotel zone and in the downtown area, Cancun’s shops can be found in charming retail centers and contemporary malls, in stretches of luxurious boutiques that afford you spectacular Caribbean and lagoon views, in quaint Caribbean villages where local culture shines, and in folkloric flea markets offering distinctive souvenirs from all around Mexico.
Cancun’s malls offer much more than shopping. Live entertainment, musical events, art expositions and tempting restaurants make your Cancun mall visit a complete adventure.
Whether you’re shopping for yourself or collecting mementos for family and friends back home, you’ll find exactly what you’re looking for, no matter what your budget.
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All shopping destinations along Kukulcan Boulevard can be easily and affordably reached by bus. Just let the driver know where you’re going and ask to be informed when you’ve arrived.
Cancun’s shopping malls offer special prices. Just check at the information kiosks and ask for discount coupons and sale information.
If you’ve come to Cancun to shop, set aside several days to fully enjoy the experience.
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Forum by the Seawww.forumbythesea.com.mx 883 4426 • • • • • • • • • •
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La Isla Shopping Villagewww.laislacancun.com.mx 883 5025 • • • • • • • • • • •
Luxury Avenuewww.luxuryavenue.com 881 3150 • • • • • • • • • • •
Plaza Caracolwww.caracolplaza.com 883 4759 • • • • • • • • • • •
Plaza [email protected] 884 7105 • • • • • • • • •
Plaza Hong Kongwww.hongkong.com.mx 887 6315 • • • •
Plaza Las Américaswww.las americas.com.mx 887 3863 • • • • • • • • •
Plaza Liberacionwww.plazaliberacion.com 882 2944 • • • • • • •
Plaza [email protected] 880 0153 • • • • •
Plaza Nayandeiwww.nayandei.com.mx 892 8812 • • • • • •
Paseo Cancunwww.cabicorp.com.mx 872 3735 • • • • • •
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r e t r e at. r e l a x . r e i n v i g o r at e . You’ve arrived in Cancun one of the world’s greatest spa destinations.
Against a backdrop of never-ending turquoise undulations in the Caribbean Sea, a full complement of world-class spas awaits you, ready to transport your mind, body and spirit to a nirvana of pure bliss.
A Cancun spa experience combines native herbs and ancient Mayan healing rituals with the latest stress-reducing technologies and treatments. Try a traditional “temazcal” steam bath or a seaside full-body massage. Relax as expert therapists provide natural treatments with plants and flowers. Or give your body and mind a fresh restart with cleansing detoxification treatments.
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w h i l e t h e e x t r a o r d i n a r y spa facilities found in Cancun range from rustic to ultramodern, and include both indoor and outdoor facilities, they are all alike in the high standards of quality offered. So take a well-deserved break and let Cancun’s spas put tranquility at the heart of your visit.
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Your spa therapist will gladly provide an assessment to determine the best treatment types for you, depending on your age, skin type and physical condition.
Before undergoing any treatments, please advise spa staff of any illness or physical condition such as cardiac or circulatory problems, allergies, high blood pressure or pregnancy.
Arrive �0 to 30 minutes before your appointment time so you’ll have time to change out of your clothes and relax without cutting into your allotted treatment time.
Don’t hesitate to tell your spa therapist at once if you experience any discomfort during your treatment.
You may prefer particular music or a special room temperature. Just advise your therapist, and they will probably be able to accommodate you.
While most spas have lockers to store your personal belongings, you are advised not to bring valuables with you on your spa visit.
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Blue Bay Getawaywww.bluebaycancun.com 848 7900 • • • • • • • • • •
Ceiba Del Marwww.ceibadelmar.com 872 8060 • • • • • • • • • • • •
Crown Paradisewww.crownparadise.com 885 2267 • • • • • • •
Desire Resort & Spawww.desireresorts.com 872 8280 • • • • • • • •
Dreams Cancunwww.dreamsresorts.com 848 7000 • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
Excellence Riviera Cancúnwww.excellence resorts.com 872 8560 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
Fiesta Americana Cancunwww.fiestamericana.com 881 1400 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
Fiesta Americana Condesa Cancunwww.miiluma.com 881 4200 • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
Fiesta Americana Coral Beachwww.fiestamericana.com 881 3242 • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
Gran Melia Cancunwww.solmelia.com 881 1100 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
Grand Spa [email protected] 884 5248 • • • • • • • • •
Hilton Cancunwww.hiltoncancun.com 881 8014 • • • • • • • • • • • • •
JW Marriottwww.marriott.com.mx 848 9706 • • • • • • • • • • • •
Le Meridienwww.meridiencancun.com.mx 881 2200 • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
Le Blanc www.leblancsparesort.com 881 4740 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
Moon Palacewww.palaceresorts.com 881 6000 • • • • • • • • • • •
Oasis Palm Beachwww.oasispalmbeach.com 849 4510 • • • • • • •
Omniwww.omnicancun.com.mx 881 0628 • • • • • • • •
Paraiso De La Bonitawww.paraisodelabonita.com 872 8320 • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
Paradisus Rivierawww.solmelia.com 872 8384 • • • • • • • • • • • •
The Ritz Carltonwww.ritzcarlton.com 881 0808 • • • • • • • • • • • •
Riu Cancunwww.renovaspa.com (984) 873 0858 • • • • • • • •
Riu Caribewww.renovaspa.com 848 7850 • • • • • • • •
Riu Palacewww.renovaspa.com (984) 877 2162 • • • • • • • •
Royal Sandswww.royalresorts.com 881 0100 • • • • • • • • • •
Royal Sunsetwww.royalsunsetcancun.com 881 4500 • • • • •
Secrets Capriwww.secretsresorts.com (984) 873 4880 • • • • • • • • • • •
The Spawww.mcmwordspas.com 884 6340 • • • • • • • • •
Spa Biocare (Sport City)www.sportcity.com.mx 892 8797 • • •
Sunscape Puerto Aventuraswww.sunscaperesorts.com 875 3000 • • • • • • •
The Westin Resort & Spa Cancunwww.westin.com 848 7489 • • • • • • • • • • • • •
Xbalamquewww.xbalamque.com 887 7853 • • • • • • • • • • • •
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y o u r r o m a n c e is a once-in-a-lifetime phenomenon, worthy of a one-of-a-kind celebration. For those who’ve already said their vows, Cancun is the perfect locale for honeymoons, anniversaries and romantic getaways. For weddings, Cancun offers a seemingly endless array of majestic locations for those ready to say, “I do.”
Walk down the “isle” flanked by an ancient Mayan village. Exchange vows aboard a charming theme boat. Set your intimate ceremony in a lush tropical garden or small boutique hotel on the coast. Invite hundreds and host them in a world-class resort’s elegant ballroom or modern convention center. Say your vows in an ecoarchaeological park, such as Xcaret which offers a small wedding chapel.
Your civil or religious ceremony may include an elegant banquet or a candlelit dinner on the beach. You may even choose a traditional Mexican wedding, complete with mariachis, or an enchanting Mayan ceremony.
Romance
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c a n c u n a l s o o f f e r s more than just spectacular wedding settings and styles. Reliable, devoted service professionals are ready to assist in your big day, and the days leading up to it. Expert wedding coordinators handle every detail
no matter how small or large to ensure a flawless wedding. Florists, caterers, musicians, haute couture designers, hair and make-up artists, and audio and lighting experts all team up to make your wedding picture-perfect.
A Cancun wedding, anniversary or honeymoon is truly an unforgettable celebration of love and will forever remain unsurpassed in your memory.
w e d d i n g r e c o m m e n d at i o n s
For two foreigners to have a civil marriage ceremony in Cancun, you will need to provide:
Original and copy of Birth Certificates annotated and translated by an authorized translator certified in the Spanish language
Valid passports
Prenuptial clinical analyses of both parties for VDRL, HIV and RH (the results are valid for 15 days)
Original and copy of valid passports for two witnesses per party
Copy of legal immigration status: Tourist, FM3, FM�
Application and official oath of truthfulness
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Cancun Wedding Consultantwww.cancun weddings.com 884 2450 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
Celebraciónwww.celebracioncancun.com 898 1627 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
Impressa [email protected] 892 2588 • • • • • • • • • •
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Ambience Suites & Villas At Kin hawww.ambiancevillas.com 891 5400 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
Avalon Baccara Cancunwww.avalonvacations.com 881 3900 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
Avalon Grand Cancunwww.avalonvacations.com 881 3900 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
Avalon Reef Club Isla Mujereswww.avalonvacations.com 881 3900 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
Barceló Tucancun Beachwww.barcelo.com 891 5908 • • • • • • • • • • • • •
Casa Magna Marriott Resortwww.casamagnacancun.com 881 2000 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
Crown Paradise Club www.crownparadise.com 848 9000 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
Caribbean Carnavalwww.caribbeancarnaval.com.mx 884 3760 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
Excellence Riviera Cancunwww.excellence resorts.com 881 3305 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
Fiesta Americana Grand Coral Beachwww.fiestamericana.com 881 3305 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
Golden Parnassus Resort & Spawww.goldencancun.com 848 7550 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
Gran Melia Cancunwww.solmelia.com 881 1768 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
Hilton Cancúnwww.hiltoncancun.com 881 8002 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
Hyatt Cancun Caribe Villas & Resortwww.hyatt.com 848 7800 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
Hyatt Regency Cancunwww.hyatt.com 891 5555 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
JW Marriottwww.marriott.com 848 9608 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
Le Meridien Cancun Resort & Spawww.merediencancun.com.mx 881 2229 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
ME by Meliawww.solmelia.com 881 1692 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
Mera Corporationwww.meracorporation.com 883 4198 • • • • • • • • • • • •
Moon Palace Golf & Spa Resortwww.palaceresorts.com 881 6100 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
NH Krystal Cancúnwww.nh mexico.com 848 9804 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
Omni Cancun Hotel & Villaswww.omnicancun.com.mx 881 0633 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
Presidente Intercontinental Cancunwww.interconti.com 848 8700 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
Royal Resortswww.royalresorts.com 881 0100 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
Sunset Groupwww.royalsunsetcancun.com 881 4500 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
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Dolphin Discoverywww.dolohindiscovery.com 849 4039 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
Promotora Xcaretwww.xcaret.com.mx (984) 871 5200 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
Restaurante Mocambowww.laparilla.com.mx 898 4612 • • • • • • • • • • • •
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r e i g n i n g a s m e x i c o ’s l a r g e s t resort destination, Cancun has over �6,000 hotel rooms to meet the full range of visitor needs. Most of Cancun’s major hotels and resorts are located in the hotel zone which is bordered by the Caribbean Sea and the Nichupte Lagoon. Depending on locations, these hotels and resorts offer ocean, lagoon or garden views. Part of the Cancun commitment to guest satisfaction, these properties are renowned for providing outstanding service and offering full arrays of amenities.
Guests who are loyal to certain hotel and resort flags are sure to find their favorites here.
Cancun is also home to a number of all-inclusive resorts which offer guests one-price-covers-all ease. Families, business and golf groups and those seeking more space or kitchen convenience can choose from a number of all-suite, villa or condominium properties.
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c a n c u n ’s m a j o r h o t e l s a n d r e s o r t s cater to tour groups, offering tour operators the assurance of group travel expertise, and providing guests with delightful stays. Of course, meeting and convention groups find these properties to be perfectly suited for their needs as well. Meeting space and amenities combine with event expertise and convention services to ensure a successful gathering every time.
There are many ways to stay during your visit to Cancun.
The acclaimed hotel zone, bustling with activity. Cozy accommodations with views of the turquoise Caribbean or Nichupte Lagoon. Private villas with lush tropical gardens. Mediterranean-style mansions that offer beachfront massages and water sports. Or a handsome, comfortable room downtown.
Whether you’re seeking a beachfront hideaway for two or a spacious villa where your family can relax, the diverse and select collection known as “Cancun Small Hotels” serves your needs with personal service, privacy, memorable facilities and gracious hospitality. And, almost any place you choose is within walking distance of the wonderful flavors found in restaurants offering seafood and Mexican cuisine, entertainment and nightlife venues, local handcraft markets. City conveniences are nearby as well, including banks, money exchange establishments, Internet cafes, supermarkets, churches and a bus terminal.
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872 8060 • • • • • • • • • • •
Dreams Cancun Resort & Spawww.amresorts.com
848 7000 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
Fiesta Americana Condesawww.fiestamericana.com
881 4200 • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
Fiesta Americana Grand Coral Beachwww.fiestamericana.com
881 3200 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
Fiesta Americana Grand Aquawww.fiestamericana.com
881 7600 • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
Gran Meliá Cancúnwww.solmelia.com
881 1100 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
Grand Oasis Cancunwww.oasishotels.com
881 7000 • • • • • • • • • • • • •
Hilton Cancun Golf & Spawww.hiltoncancun.com
881 8000 • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
Hyatt Cancún Caribewww.cancun.caribe.hyatt.com
848 7800 • • • • • • • • • • • • •
J. W. Marriottwww.marriotthotels.com.mx
848 9600 • • • • • • • • • • • • •
Le Blancwww.leblancsparesort.com
883 2444 • • • • • • • • • • • •
Le Meridienwww.meridiencancun.com.mx
881 2200 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
Marriott Casa Magnawww.marriotthotels.com
881 2000 • • • • • • • • • • • • •
Moon Palace Golf & Spa Resortwww.palaceresorts.com
881 6000 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
Paraiso de la Bonita Resort & Thalassowww.paraisodelabonita.com
872 8300 • • • • • • • • • • • •
Presidente Intercontinentalwww.intercontinental.com/cancun
848 8700 • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
Ritz Carlton Cancúnwww.ritzcarlton.com
881 0808 • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
Riu Palace las Americaswww.riu.com
881 4300 • • • • • • • • • • • • •
The Royal Cancunwww.real.com.mx
881 7300 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
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Avalón Baccaráwww.avalonvacations.com
881 3900 • • • • • • • • • •
Avalon Grandwww.avalonvacations.com
848 9300 • • • • • • • • • •
Azul Hotelwww.karismahotels.com
872 8080 • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
Cancun Palacewww.palaceresorts.com
881 3600 • • • • • • • • • • • •
Casa Mayawww.casamaya.com
849 4555 • • • • • • • • • • • •
Club Internacionalwww.royalresorts.com
881 5100 • • • • • • • • • • •
Crown Paradise Clubwww.crownparadise.com
848 9000 • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
Desire Resort & Spa (clothing optional/adults only)www.desireresort.com
872 8293 • • • • • • • • •
El Dorado Royalewww.eldoradosparesorts.com
872 8030 • • • • • • • • • • •
Excellence Riviera Cancunwww.excellence resorts.com
872 8500 • • • • • • • • • • • •
Golden Parnassus Resort & Spawww.crownparadise.com
885 0909 • • • • • • • • • • • • •
Gran Caribe Realwww.real.com.mx
881 5500 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
Gran Oasis Playawww.oasishotels.com
891 5000 • • • • • • • • • • •
Grand Royal Solariswww.grsolaris.com
848 8400 • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
Hyatt Regency Cancunwww.cancun.regency.hyatt.com
891 5555 • • • • • • • • • • •
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Antillanowww.hotelantillano.com 884 1132 • • • • • • • • • •
Ambiance Villaswww.ambiancevillas.com 891 5400 • • • • • • • • • • • • •
Baccara Avalonwww.avalonvacations.com 881 3900 • • • • • • • • • • • •
Batabwww.hotelbatab.com 884 3822 • • • • • • • • • • •
Bonampakwww.hotelbonampak.com 884 0280 • • • • • • •
Best Western Cancun Clipperwww.clipper.com.mx 891 5997 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
Caribe Internacionalwww.caribeinternacional.com 884 3999 • • • • • • • • • • • • •
Carrillo’[email protected] 884 1227 • • • • • •
Condominios Carisa Y Palmawww.carisaypalma.com 883 0211 • • • • • • • • • • •
Condominios Salviawww.salviacancun.com 883 2286 • • • • • • • • • • •
Dos Playaswww.dosplayas.com 849 4166 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
Imperial Las Perlaswww.hotelimperialcancun.com 849 4201 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
Imperial Lagunawww.hotelimperialcancun.com 849 4166 • • • • • • • • • •
Kin mayabwww.hotelkinmayab.com 884 2999 • • • • • • • • •
Kokai Cancunwww.hotelkokai.com 884 3218 • • • • • • • • • •
Maria de Lourdeswww.hotelmariadelourdes.com 884 4009 • • • • • • • • • • •
Maya Caribewww.maya caribe.com 849 4166 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
Plaza Caribewww.hotelplazacaribe.com 884 1377 • • • • • • • • • • • • •
Soberaniswww.soberanis.com.mx 884 4564 • • • • • • • • •
Sotaventowww.soberanis.com.mx 849 4707 • • • • • • • • • • •
Suites Cancún Centerwww.suitescancun.com.mx 887 5655 • • • • • • •
Suites Costa [email protected] 883 0888 • • • • •
Tankahwww.hoteltankah.com 884 3046 • • •
Xbalamquewww.xbalamque.com 884 9690 • • • • • • • • • • •
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Sunset Lagoon Resortwww.sunsetlagoon.com
891 4500 • • • • • • • • • •
Hotetur Beach Paradisewww.hoteturbeachparadise.com
885 2222 • • • • • • • • • • •
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881 2500 • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
NH Krystal Cancúnwww.nh mexico.com.mx
848 9800 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
Oasis Cancùnwww.oasishotels.com
881 7000 • • • • • • • • • • • • •
Omni Cancún Hotel & Villaswww.omnihotels.com
881 0600 • • • • • • • • • • • • •
Paradisus Riviera Cancunwww.solmelia.com
872 8383 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
Riu Cancunwww.riu.com
848 7151 • • • • • • • • • •
Riu Caribewww.riu.com
848 7850 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
Royal Caribbeanwww.royalresorts.com
881 0100 • • • • • • • • • • •
Royal Islanderwww.royalresorts.com
881 0100 • • • • • • • • • • •
Royal Mayanwww.royalresorts.com
881 0100 • • • • • • • • • • •
Royal Sandswww.royalresorts.com
881 0100 • • • • • • • • • • • •
Royal Solaris Cancunwww.hotelessolaris.com
848 8400 • • • • • • • • • • • • •
Royal Sunsetwww.royalsunsetcancun.com
881 4500 • • • • • • • • • •
Sun Palacewww.palaceresorts.com
891 4100 • • • • • • • • • • • • •
The Bel Air Collectionwww.thebelair.com.mx
885 2148 • • • • • • • • • • • •
Westin Resort & Spawww.westin.com/cancun
848 7400 • • • • • • • • • • • • •
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Aquamarina Beachwww.aquamarinabeach.com
849 4606 • • • • • • • •
Ambiance Villaswww.ambiancevillas.com
891 5400 • • • • • • • •
Barcelo Tucancún Beachwww.barcelotucancunbeach.com
881 5900 • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
Beach Palace (Opening 2007)www.palaceresorts.com
891 4110 • • • • • • • • • • • •
Blue Bay Clubwww.bluebaycancun.com
881 7900 • • • • • • • • • • •
Blue Bay Getaway & Spawww.bluebaycancun.com
848 7900 • • • • • • • • • • • •
Caribbean Princesswww.thecaribbeanprincess.com
849 4770 • • • • • •
Clipper Clubwww.clipper.com.mx
891 5999 • • • • • • • • • •
Club Verano Beatwww.club verano beat cancun.com
849 7428 • • • • • • • • • • • •
Barcelo Costa Cancunwww.realresorts.com.mx
881 7300 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
El Pueblitowww.pueblitohotels.com
881 8800 • • • • • • • • • •
Flamingowww.flamingocancun.com
848 8870 • • • • • • • • •
Holiday Inn Expresswww.ichotelsgroup.com
8832200 • • • • • • • • •
Marina El Cidwww.elcid.com
872 8999 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
Oasis Americawww.oasishotels.com
884 1953 • • • • • • • •
Oasis Palm Beachwww.oasishotels.com
848 7600 • • • • • • • • • • • •
Oasis Viva Beachwww.oasishotels.com
848 7600 • • • • • • • • • • • •
Ojo de Aguawww.ojo de agua.com
871 0027 • • • • • • • •
Park Royal Cancúnwww.parkroyalhotels.com.mx
885 1333 • • • • • • • • • • •
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l o c at e d 35 k m f r o m c a n c u n , Puerto Morelos is another highly recommended stop while touring the Mexican Caribbean.
A laid-back atmosphere characterizes this friendly fishermen’s village.
The old lighthouse is a symbol that represents very well Puerto Morelos’ bohemian and tranquil taste that bestows a special magic on visitors and residents, be it natives or people from all over the world that have made it their home after being seduced by its natural beauty and the many attractions it has to offer.
Puerto Morelos has a wide variety of guesthouses, bed and breakfast facilities, villas, condos and hotels that range from modest to deluxe and all-inclusive categories.
When in Puerto Morelos, you can spoil yourself with any of the exotic spa treatments, take a snorkeling or scuba diving trip to the National Marine Park and admire the coral reefs in the transparency of the Caribbean waters. A fishing trip is also offered for those fond of this sport. And for adventure lovers there are many ecotourism excursions and activities to explore the jungle and appreciate the wild life.
Food is another great experience at any of the specialty restaurants or popular cafes and diners where people meet to savor their meals, the evening warmth and the delightful colors of the sunset.
Puerto Morelos has it all; it is certainly an enchanting retreat nobody should miss.
Puerto Morelos
p u e r t o m o r e l o s
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c a n c u n c e n t e r m e e t i n g r o o m s s q f t h e i g h t (f t) b a n q u e t t h e at r e c l a s s r o o m c o c k ta i l u - s h a p e
hollow square b o o t h s
Ground Floor Exhibition Area 54,196 9.19 3,357 n ⁄a n ⁄a 5,700 n ⁄a n ⁄a 211
Majahual 1,647 9.51 80 170 100 138 40 48 n ⁄a
Xel Ha 1,076 9.51 50 120 60 71 24 32 n ⁄a
Bonampak 1,023 9.51 50 100 40 50 n ⁄a n ⁄a n ⁄a
Auditorium 7,083 17.72 190 410 200 410 n ⁄a n ⁄a n ⁄a
First Floor Exhibition Area 23,681 10.83 1,467 2,444 1,630 2,526 n ⁄a n ⁄a 122
Bacalar 1,795 11.15 80 160 80 150 30 40 n ⁄a
Costa Maya 9,160 10.83 580 950 560 900 208 277 n ⁄a
Cozumel 13,993 12.47 810 1,500 850 1,500 140 184 n ⁄a
Xcaret 2,153 12.14 100 200 120 200 56 64 n ⁄a
Tulum 1,991 12.14 100 180 100 180 56 64 n ⁄a
Isla Mujeres 1,884 12.14 100 190 84 190 56 64 n ⁄a
Coba 2,860 10.66 120 250 156 250 72 80 n ⁄a
Contoy VIP 2,799 10.66 n ⁄a n ⁄a n ⁄a n ⁄a 25 n ⁄a n ⁄a
Gran Cancun 29,063 31.82 1,800 3,000 2,000 3,000 n ⁄a n ⁄a n ⁄a
Cancun Center · Blvd. Kukulcan km 9 · Hotel Zone · Cancun, Q. Roo, 77500, Mexico t +5� (99�) ��1 0�00 · t (�66) �91 7773 · f +5� (99�) ��1 0�0� e [email protected]
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g r o u p s & c o n v e n t i o n s
c o n v e n t i o n c e n t e r s a r e a c o d e + 5 2 ( 9 9 8 ) w e b / e - m a i l a d d r e s s
Cancun Center 881 0400, 881 0402 [email protected]
d m c ’ s
Amstar DMC 881 9550, 881 9591 [email protected]
Best Day Tours 881 1329, 881 1398 [email protected]
C&E International 884 1057 www.congress mexico.com.mx
EPIC Group 883 0970, 883 0238 [email protected]
Global Incentive Management 849 5100, 849 5103 [email protected]
IMC Incentives 881 0000, 881 0001
International Incentive Travel 884 7880, 884 7914 [email protected]
IVI 887 1578, 884 4026 [email protected]
Olympus Tours 881 9030, 887 7006 customerservice@olympus tours.com
The Ritz Carlton Destination Services 881 0726 ventasds@rc cancun.com.mx
Tropical Incentives 884 7577, 884 6924 [email protected]
Maritur 892 8929 [email protected]
Royale Tours 881 7100, 884 9940 [email protected]
ViTravel 884 8494, 884 8099 [email protected]
a u d i o & v i d e o – s t a n d s & e x h i b i t i o n
Audio Visual (984) 871 5426 www.aviinc.com
Creative Cancun 882 1060 www.creativecancun.com
Dolphin Discovery (800) 471 1739 www.dolphindiscovery.com
El Stand 884 4814 www.elstand.com
Grupo Asimex 884 3993 www.asimex.com
Grupo Sarao 887 5585 www.sarao.com.mx
J&S Audio Visual (972) 241 5444 www.jsavcancun.com
PSAV 881 0454 www.ps av.com.mx
Xposiciones 887 8340 www.redexposiciones.com
Zuñiga Productions 886 7368 www.decocancun.com
n at u r e a n d h i s t o r y combine to make Cancun a glorious setting. But it’s hospitality and service that have made it one of the world’s most desirable destinations. From world-class resorts to small hotels, over �6,000 hotel rooms are found here. Cancun is renowned for dynamic meetings, conventions and incentives. More than �0 hotels offer meeting space and an experienced cadre of vendors and service providers are on hand to ensure event success.
Only �0 minutes from Cancun International Airport, Cancun Center is situated at the heart of the hotel zone, providing the perfect venue for international congresses, conventions and exhibitions with up to �,000 attendees.
Qualified foreign companies planning congresses, conventions, fairs and expos in Mexico can take advantage of VAT exemption, a reform eliminating sales tax. The exemption is applicable to select event expenses including lodging, food and beverage and many event services such as audio/visual equipment, decoration and security.
For more information, or to request our Directory of Groups, Conventions and Incentives, visit www.cancun.travel.
6 0 C a n c u n V a c a t i o n P l a n n e r
g r o u p s & c o n v e n t i o n s
AcapulcoAmsterdamAtlantaAustinBajioBaltimoreBelizeBerlin SXFBogotaBostonBuenos AiresBuffaloCalgaryCampeche
Cd. JuarezCharlotteChetumalChicagoCincinnatiClevelandColoniaCosta Rica CozumelDallasDenverDetroitDusseldorfEdmonton
FloresFrankfurtFt. LauderdaleGuadalajaraGuatemalaGuayaquilHavanaHoustonIndianapolisKansas CityLondonLos AngelesMadridManchester
MemphisMeridaMexicoMiamiMilanMilwaukeeMinneapolisMonterreyMontrealMunichNashvilleNew OrleansNew YorkOrlando
Palm BeachPanamaParisPeruPhiladelphiaPhoenixPittsburghQuitoRio de JaneiroSacramentoSalt Lake CitySan AntonioSan DiegoSan Francisco
San Pedro Sula SantiagoSao PauloSeattleSt. LouisTijuanaTikalTolucaTorontoTuxtla GutierrezVeracruzVillahermosaWashington, DC
d e s t i n at i o n s
c a n c u n i n t e r n at i o n a l a i r p o r t · a r r i va l s & d e pa r t u r e s , r e g u l a r f l i g h t s
Aerocozumel · AZM
Aerolineas Argentinas · ARG
Aerolineas Centrales de
Colombia · AES
Aeromar
Aeromexico · AMX
Aeronica · ANI
Air 2000 · AMM
Air Canada
Air Europa · AEL
Air Plus Argentinas · LMP
Air Plus Comet · MPD
Air Tours · AIH
Air Transat T · SC
Air Zarco · MMZ
Alaska
American Airlines · AAL
American Trans Air · AMT
America West
Amerijet · AJT
Avant Airlines · VAT
Aviacsa · CHP
Aviateca · GUG
Avi Atlantic · AVI
Bal Air · BBB
Canada 3000 · CMMM
Century Management · PVD
Champion Air · CCP
Chile Inter Airlines · CLE
City Bird · CTB
Click Mexicana
Condor Lufthansa · CFG
Continental Airlines · COA
Connie Kalita Air · CKS
Copa Airlines · CMP
Corsair · CRL
Cubana de Aviación · CUB
Delta Airlines · DAL
Ecuatoriana · EEU
Eurofly · EEZ
Falcon Air · FAO
Finnair · FIN
First Air · FAB
Frontier
Iberia · IBE
Iberworld · IDW
ICCS · LOR
Interjet
Interlink · JMC
Lan Chile · LAN
LAPA · LPR
Lauda Air/Luftfahrt · LDA
Lauda Italia · LDI
Lineas Aéreas Azteca
Lineas Aéreas de
Costa Rica · LRC
Lloyd Aéreo Boliviano · LAB
LTU · LTU
Luxor Air · LXR
Magnicharters · GMT
Martinair Holland · MPH
Mayan World Airlines · MAW
Mexicana de Aviación · MXA
Miami Air · BSK
Midway Airlines · MDW
Monarch · MON
North American · NAO
Northwest Airlines/KLM · NWA
Novair · NVR
Omni · OAE
Pinnacle Aviation · PIA
Premiair · VKG
Planet Airways · PNT
Rollis Air · ROL
Royal Intl · ROY
Ryan Intl · RYN
Thomas Cook
Tikal Jet
Spirit Airlines
Sky Service · SSV
Skytrek Intl · PZR
Sobel Air · SLR
Sun Country Airlines · SCX
Sun World · SWI
Taca
Trans World Airways · TWA
Trade Wind Airlines · TDX
Transmeridian · TRZ
United Airlines
United Parcel Services · UPS
US Airways · USA
Varig
Volaris
a i r l i n e s
t r av e l a g e n c i e s a r e a c o d e + 5 2 ( 9 9 8 ) w e b / e - m a i l a d d r e s s
All World Travel 884 7172, 884 8791 [email protected]
American Express 881 4025, 881 4020 [email protected]
Amstar Destination Management 881 9590, 881 9594 www.amstarmexico.com
Barceló Destination Services 881 7500, 881 7501 www.barcelods.com.mx
Best Day Tours 881 1329, 881 1398 www.bestday.com
Betanzos International 884 1057, 884 1254 www.betanzos.com.mx
Cancun All Tours 848 1060, 848 1864 www.cancunalltours.com
Cancún DMC Connection 883 0970, 880 7616 [email protected]
Cancún Incentive Services 898 1041, 898 1042 www.cancunincentiveservices.com
Cancún Kanko 884 8948, 883 0763 [email protected]
Cancún Line 881 7121, 881 7131 [email protected]
Cancún Savon 885 1333, 885 0765 [email protected]
Cancun Welcome Tours 884 8473, 884 8067 [email protected]
Cancún Yucatán Incentive Services 898 1041, 898 1042 www.cancunincentiveservices.com
Cancún Reservations.com 887 9330, 884 0520 info@cancun reservations.com
Chaza Travel 881 6074, 881 6073 www.palaceresorts.com
Classique Travel 881 7120, 881 7130 [email protected]
Eurolatino 887 3373, 337 4671 [email protected]
Excursiones Turimex 887 4038, 887 1936 [email protected]
Gray Line 849 4545, 849 5151 [email protected]
Grupo Epic DMC 883 0970, 883 0238 www.epic.com.mx
H.I.S. 887 9928, 884 6501 www.his.com
Hotelbeds 881 7500, 881 7501 www.hotelbeds.com
Iberoservice México 887 4357, 887 4437 [email protected]
Incentive Leisure Travel 884 8903, 887 5088 [email protected]
Infratours 887 3171, 884 7784 [email protected]
Intermar Cancún Caribe 881 0000, 881 0001 www.travel2mexico.com
International Incentive Travel 884 7880, 884 7914 [email protected]
IVI Cancún’s DMC 887 1578, 884 4026 [email protected]
Julia Tours 887 4501, 887 4267 [email protected]
Jumbo Tours 883 3537, 883 3539 www.jumbotours.com
Kiddie Travels Vacations 883 1333, 883 2651 [email protected]
Kolumbus Tours 884 1598, 884 5333 www.kolumbustours.com
Lomas Travel 884 3242, 884 6722 grupo@lomas_travel.com
Magnicharters 887 6706, 887 4050 [email protected]
Marand Travel 871 0162, 871 0332 www.puertomorelos.com.mx
Maritur 883 4580, 883 4581 [email protected]
Mayaland Tours 887 2450, 887 2438 [email protected]
Mexali Tours 880 8223, 880 8240 [email protected]
MexAtlántica Tours 884 2738, 884 8797 ggonzalez@mex atlanticatours.com.mx
Olympus Tours 881 9030, 887 7006 www.olympus tours.com
RC Tours 887 4663, 887 4661 www.rctourscancun.com
Royale Tours 881 7100, 887 6921 www.royaletours.com.mx
The Planet Travel 884 2772, 884 1771 [email protected]
Trafic Tours 882 1280, 882 1281 [email protected]
Tropical Incentive 884 4826, 884 6924 [email protected]
Turismo Aviomar 884 8831, 884 8841 [email protected]
Uniexpress 887 1730, 887 1766 [email protected]
Unitierra 884 8606, 884 6342 [email protected]
Vi Travel 884 8494, 884 8099 www.groups2mexico.com
Viajes Caribe Maya 848 9999, 848 9952 [email protected]
Viajes Divermex 884 5005, 884 2325 [email protected]
Viajes Meca 884 8369, 884 8370 [email protected]
Viajes Thomas More 885 0266, 885 0516 www.thomasmoretravel.com
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c u s t o m s In addition to consulting your travel agent, visit www.aduanas.gob.mx and www.sagarpa.gob.mx for customs information.
a i r p o r t s
Cancun The Cancun International Airport operates daily with national and international arrivals and departures.
Playa Del Carmen At the center of the Mayan Riviera, located an hour away from the Cancun International Airport, Playa also has a runway for small craft and short flights.
Cozumel Direct flights from Cancun and other major cities around the world arrive at Cozumel’s International Airport.
Grand Costa Maya This national airport is located in Chetumal, the state capital.
d r i n k i n g wat e r ⁄ f r u i t We recommend drinking only bottled water. Make sure fruit is fresh and washed well.
h y p e r b a r i c c h a m b e r s Sub-aquatic Safety Services t (�00) 700-�666 · sssnetwork.com
Cancun t +52 (99�) ��7-16�� · e [email protected]
Playa del Carmen Multiplace Chamber t +52 (9��) �73-1365 · e [email protected]
Cozumel Multiplace Chamber t +52 (9�7) �7�-1�30 · e [email protected]
w e at h e r Average temperature: �6°C (79°F). In the summer (April October) the maximum high is 36°C (97°F). In the winter (November March) temperatures are as low as 1�°C (6�°F). Cancun and the Mayan Riviera are sunny �53 days each year.
c o m m u n i c at i o n s The main tourist areas have all the facilities, such as fax and Internet service, telephone services with prepaid cards or credit cards and cellular telephone rental.
Cell Phones Contact your service provider to learn if there are compatible companies in Mexico that can provide cell phone service. There are cell phones for rent per day for local use. Ask your travel agent for information.
Telephones National and International Calls To make an international call from Mexico, dial the access code (001 for the U.S. and Canada; 00 for the rest of the
world) + country code + phone number. Your hotel’s operator can help you. Public phones post instructions for calling collect or dialing with a phone card.
m o n e y ⁄ e x c h a n g e r at e The peso is the official currency. There are automated teller machines and money exchange offices in the shopping malls within Cancun’s Hotel Zone. Most stores accept American Express, Visa, and Mastercard. With the exception of coins and bills higher in denomination than $50, U.S. currency is usually accepted in Cancun. Banking hours are 9am to �pm.
e l e c t r i c i t y The standard is 110 volts. Hotels usually offer voltage converters for ��0-volt devices. Some sockets do not accept polarized or three-prong plugs. It is recommended that you bring your own adapter.
t i m e z o n e Six hours earlier than Greenwich Mean Time (gmt). Daylight Savings Time begins on the first Sunday in April and ends on the last Sunday in October.
l a n g u a g e s The official language is Spanish. In the tourism industry, English, French, Italian and German are also spoken. Part of the local indigenous population still speaks Mayan.
m e d i c i n e If you travel with medication, it is recommended that you bring your original doctor’s prescription with you.
pa s s p o r t ⁄ v i s a To enter the country, you need a valid passport and a visa for visitors from countries that require one.
t i p s One or two dollars per suitcase carried, and 10 15% of the total bill in restaurants and bars. Tips may already be included.
m e d i c a l s e r v i c e s Air and land ambulance (�00) 305-9�00 Cancun Red Cross +5� (99�) ���-1616 Cancun Ambulance +5� (99�) ��7-�371 Playa del Carmen Red Cross +5� (9��) �73-1�33 Isla Mujeres Red Cross +5� (99�) �77-0��0 Cozumel Red Cross +5� (9�7) �7�-105� Chetumal Red Cross +5� (9�3) �3�-0571
c l o t h i n g Lightweight and casual. In winter, a sweater may be necessary. Some exclusive Cancun restaurants require semiformal attire. To visit some archaeological sites or take a jungle tour, bring comfortable shoes, a hat or cap, sunglasses, biodegradable mosquito repellant and biodegradable sun block.
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n o t e s
Cancun Convention & Visitors Bureau Blvd. Kukulcan km 9 · Hotel Zone · Cancun, Q. Roo, 77500, Mexico t +5� (99�) ��1-�7�5 · f +5� (99�) ��1-�77� · e [email protected]
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