{"id":5132,"date":"2024-03-18T07:56:37","date_gmt":"2024-03-18T07:56:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/?p=5132"},"modified":"2024-03-18T07:56:37","modified_gmt":"2024-03-18T07:56:37","slug":"cancun-travel-guide-expert-tips-for-an-unforgettable-trip","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/cancun-travel-guide-expert-tips-for-an-unforgettable-trip\/","title":{"rendered":"Cancun Travel Guide: Expert Tips for an Unforgettable Trip"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Canc\u00fan is a coastal city in Mexico. Officially the state of Quintana Roo, it is often referred to as \u2018The Mexican Caribbean\u2019 and the Riviera Maya. Cancun is located in Mexico\u2019s Yucatan Peninsula, on the <a href=\"https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/costa-rica-beaches\/\" >coast of the Caribbean<\/a> Sea, and is one of the easternmost parts of the country.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Cancun is best known for its long and stunning beachfront, nightclubs, the many high-rise hotels, restaurants, and shops. The pristine white beaches run for 21 kilometers. The city has 2 distinct areas. Zona Hotelera is the beachfront strip, while El Centro is the traditional downtown. Cancun also offers a beautiful underwater world, plenty of <a href=\"https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/top-11-adventures-of-chiang-mai\/\" >water sports activities<\/a>, Mayan archaeological sites, and world-class amenities for vacationers. It is often the gateway to El Mundo Maya or the Mayan World. You will find ancient Mayan ritual sites and temples everywhere.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"503\" src=\"https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/1235489-1024x503.jpg\" alt=\"cancun, mexico, tropical\" class=\"wp-image-5141\" srcset=\"https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/1235489-1024x503.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/1235489-300x147.jpg 300w, https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/1235489-768x377.jpg 768w, https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/1235489-150x74.jpg 150w, https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/1235489.jpg 1280w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_63 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-67811549ed147\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"ez-toc-cssicon\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\" style='display:none' id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-67811549ed147\"  aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/cancun-travel-guide-expert-tips-for-an-unforgettable-trip\/#Cancun_Quick_Facts\" title=\"Cancun Quick Facts\">Cancun Quick Facts<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/cancun-travel-guide-expert-tips-for-an-unforgettable-trip\/#Cancun_Airport\" title=\"Cancun Airport\">Cancun Airport<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/cancun-travel-guide-expert-tips-for-an-unforgettable-trip\/#Passenger_Facilities\" title=\"Passenger Facilities\">Passenger Facilities<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/cancun-travel-guide-expert-tips-for-an-unforgettable-trip\/#Getting_Around\" title=\"Getting Around\">Getting Around<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/cancun-travel-guide-expert-tips-for-an-unforgettable-trip\/#Top_Cancun_places_for_Tourists\" title=\"Top Cancun places for Tourists\">Top Cancun places for Tourists<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/cancun-travel-guide-expert-tips-for-an-unforgettable-trip\/#11_Top_Attractions_in_Cancun\" title=\"11 Top Attractions in Can\u010dun\">11 Top Attractions in Can\u010dun<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/cancun-travel-guide-expert-tips-for-an-unforgettable-trip\/#Cancun_Climate\" title=\"Cancun Climate\">Cancun Climate<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/cancun-travel-guide-expert-tips-for-an-unforgettable-trip\/#The_Best_Time_to_Visit_Cancun\" title=\"The Best Time to Visit Cancun\">The Best Time to Visit Cancun<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/cancun-travel-guide-expert-tips-for-an-unforgettable-trip\/#How_To_Visit_Cancun_on_a_Budget\" title=\"How To Visit Canc\u00fan on a Budget\">How To Visit Canc\u00fan on a Budget<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"cancun-quick-facts\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Cancun_Quick_Facts\"><\/span><strong>Cancun Quick Facts<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\" start=\"1\">\n<li><a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/7-best-beaches-in-costa-rica\/\"   title=\"Best beaches\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" >Best beaches<\/a> \u2013 Playa Delfines, Puerto Morelos, Playa Chac Mool, Playa Tortugas, Playa Forum.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Maya Barrier Reef is the second largest reef in the world after Australia\u2019s Great Barrier Reef.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Cancun has the longest underwater cave in the world.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>There is a Cancun underwater museum.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You can swim with the largest fish in the world<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The hotel zone protects turtle eggs.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Only 3 people lived here in 1970.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The giant Mexican flag took 40 men to rise.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>There are Mayan ruins literally on your doorstep.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"cancun-airport\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Cancun_Airport\"><\/span>Cancun Airport<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<p>Cancun International Airport is one of the biggest airports in <strong>Mexico<\/strong>. It is also the main gateway to the city and the Riviera Maya. The airport receives around 14 million passengers each year, making it the 2nd busiest airport in the country after the Benito Juarez International Airport of <a href=\"https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/7-museums-not-to-miss-in-mexico-city\/\" >Mexico City<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There are 3 terminals here.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Terminal 1 \u2013 For charter flights.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Terminal 2 \u2013 All domestic flights and some international flights.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Terminal 3 \u2013 International flights from North America and Europe.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Terminals 1 and 2 are side-by-side. It&#8217;s simple to stroll between the two terminals. There is also a shuttle that runs from Terminals 1 and 2 to Terminal 3. &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"passenger-facilities\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Passenger_Facilities\"><\/span><strong>Passenger Facilities<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>There are many restaurants, bars, food outlets, and shops.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Banks, ATMs, and currency exchange booths.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Car rentals, tourist information desks.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Wi-Fi: You can get 15 minutes of Wi-Fi free. Ask your waiter for the password.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"getting-around\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Getting_Around\"><\/span>Getting Around<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<p><strong>By Bus<\/strong> \u2013 Take the bus wherever possible. Buses are cheap and frequent. The majority of bus drivers are really polite and will stop even if you are not at a bus stop.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>By Taxi<\/strong> \u2013 You will find taxis everywhere in Cancun. They are a bit expensive for the hotel zone and airport, but <a href=\"https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/spain-villa-holidays\/\" >cheap in the downtown area<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>By Car<\/strong> \u2013 Be very careful if you choose to drive in Cancun. The police have the habit of picking up tourists sometimes. If you hire a car, check whether the lights are working.<\/p>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"top-cancun-places-for-tourists\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Top_Cancun_places_for_Tourists\"><\/span>Top Cancun places for Tourists<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"680\" src=\"https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/chyvicw6fru-1024x680.jpg\" alt=\"Punta Cocos, Quintana Roo, Mexique\" class=\"wp-image-5142\" srcset=\"https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/chyvicw6fru-1024x680.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/chyvicw6fru-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/chyvicw6fru-768x510.jpg 768w, https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/chyvicw6fru-1536x1020.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/chyvicw6fru-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/chyvicw6fru.jpg 1600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td>Punta Cancun<\/td><td>The beachfront location. Crystal <a href=\"https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/best-beaches-in-florida-with-clear-water\/\" >clear water<\/a> where you can swim, kayak, and windsurf. Relax on the beach. There are 15 stunning reefs for snorkeling and scuba diving. There are also 2 good shopping centers \u2013 Plaza Forum and Plaza El Caracol. Best nightclubs in Cancun \u2013 The City, Sr. Frogs, Carlos\u2019n Charlies, Hard Rock Caf\u00e9, and Cocobongo.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Kukulcan Boulevard<\/td><td>In a narrow strip with water on both sides. Beautiful Nichupt\u00e9 Lagoon. White sandy beach, turquoise water. Boat tours, mangrove forests. Stunning sunrise and sunset. Fancy restaurants, high-end hotels, and resorts, shopping centers. Ruins of El Rey.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Punta Nizuc<\/td><td>Popular peaceful <a href=\"https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/top-10-places-to-visit-in-kenya-and-things-to-do\/\" >beach and marine park<\/a>. Second biggest coral reef in the world. Turtles, manatees, 230 species of seaweed. Very good for snorkeling. The Gardener of Hope is an underwater museum part of MUSA. San Miguelito archaeological zone. The natural paradise of Nichupt\u00e9 Lagoon. There are many nightclubs here.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Puerto Ju\u00e1rez<\/td><td>Beachfront with many high-end hotels offering wonderful views. Ferry service to Isla Mujeres. Close to the El Meco archaeological zone.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Downtown<\/td><td>Kabah Park, the green lung of Cancun. Exotic fauna. Permanent photo gallery telling the story of Cancun. There are many restaurants, shopping areas, bars, and nightclubs here.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Isla Dorada<\/td><td>High-end residential area. Restaurants and swimming pools. There are an aquarium and wax museum. The Isla Mall shopping center.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Punta Sam<\/td><td>Ferry service to Isla Mujeres and Cozumel. Good beaches, scuba diving in the coral reefs, water sports, and restaurants. Seafood.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"767\" src=\"https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/22rwktvzmkw-1024x767.jpg\" alt=\"Punta Nizuc - Canc\u00fan, Mexico\" class=\"wp-image-5143\" srcset=\"https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/22rwktvzmkw-1024x767.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/22rwktvzmkw-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/22rwktvzmkw-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/22rwktvzmkw-1536x1151.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/22rwktvzmkw-150x112.jpg 150w, https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/22rwktvzmkw.jpg 1600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"11-top-attractions-in-cancun\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"11_Top_Attractions_in_Cancun\"><\/span>11 Top Attractions in Can\u010dun<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<p>1. <strong>The Beaches<\/strong> \u2013 Cancun has some of the most gorgeous beaches in the world. Playa Delfines has a relaxed vibe as there are no <a href=\"https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/zante-resorts-guide-best-resorts-in-zante-reviews\/\" >resorts or hotels<\/a> here. Magnificent views! Puerto Morelos is a quiet and small fishing village. Explore the small cozy <a href=\"https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/9-best-beach-towns-in-costa-rica\/\" >towns here and the beaches<\/a> along the Mesoamerican Coral Reef. Good for snorkeling and diving. Playa Chac Mool is the place for water sports and beachside rentals. Playa Tortugas is a great place for swimming, thanks to the softer currents.<\/p><div class=\"f20d6726fb9d9dc0ca999d712cd859d9\" data-index=\"3\" style=\"float: left; margin: 10px 10px 10px 0;\">\n<script async src=\"\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js\"><\/script>\r\n<!-- Viral Vacation Ideas Article Middle -->\r\n<ins class=\"adsbygoogle\"\r\n     style=\"display:inline-block;width:300px;height:250px\"\r\n     data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-4887266588189027\"\r\n     data-ad-slot=\"9915562726\"><\/ins>\r\n<script>\r\n(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});\r\n<\/script>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n<p>2. <strong>Chichen Itza<\/strong> \u2013 Ancient Mayan ruin, a place of towering pyramids, gigantic temples, and intricately carved columns. See the Castillo Pyramid with its 365 steps, 52 panels, and 18 terraces.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/aerial-view-of-chichen-itza-2022-02-16-22-23-50-utc-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"Aerial View of Chichen Itza, Mexico\" class=\"wp-image-4141\" srcset=\"https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/aerial-view-of-chichen-itza-2022-02-16-22-23-50-utc-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/aerial-view-of-chichen-itza-2022-02-16-22-23-50-utc-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/aerial-view-of-chichen-itza-2022-02-16-22-23-50-utc-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/aerial-view-of-chichen-itza-2022-02-16-22-23-50-utc.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>3. <strong>The Cenotes<\/strong> \u2013 Full of waterfalls, lush vegetation, and is over 130 feet deep. See turtles and fish in the stunningly clear water. Swim through a cave that connects two <a href=\"https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/beyond-the-beaches-exploring-spectacular-tulum-cenotes\/\" >cenotes<\/a> for a unique experience. Chance to see bats and other animals in the lush forests. Ik-Kil is a popular cenote for swimming and snorkeling, very close to Chichen Itza. Also, visit Gran Conoto or Sac Aktum.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/3lwdjy1yuxm-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"cenote ik-kil, mexico, and cave in Mexico\" class=\"wp-image-5140\" srcset=\"https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/3lwdjy1yuxm-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/3lwdjy1yuxm-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/3lwdjy1yuxm-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/3lwdjy1yuxm-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/3lwdjy1yuxm-150x113.jpg 150w, https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/3lwdjy1yuxm.jpg 1600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>4. <strong>Underwater Museum<\/strong> \u2013 See the famous \u2018man of fire\u2019 sculpture below water at MUSA (Museo Subacuatico de Arte). It is covered in fire corals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>5. <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/exploring-the-best-things-to-do-in-tulum\/\" >Tulum Ruins<\/a><\/strong> \u2013 The ancient Mayan city of Tulum from the 13th century. <a href=\"https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/top-10-things-to-see-in-greece\/\" >See the walled city<\/a> overlooking the sea. Templo de las Pinturas, the temple shaped like a pyramid of Cob\u00e1, surrounding forests, cenotes. Don\u2019t miss the clifftop Castillo watchtower.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/mayan-ruins-in-tulum-mexico-2022-11-02-04-28-35-utc-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"Maya Ruins in Tulum Mexico\" class=\"wp-image-3166\" srcset=\"https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/mayan-ruins-in-tulum-mexico-2022-11-02-04-28-35-utc-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/mayan-ruins-in-tulum-mexico-2022-11-02-04-28-35-utc-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/mayan-ruins-in-tulum-mexico-2022-11-02-04-28-35-utc-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/mayan-ruins-in-tulum-mexico-2022-11-02-04-28-35-utc.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Maya Ruins in Tulum Mexico<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>6. <strong>Jetpack Cancun<\/strong> \u2013 For adventure sports. Soar above the water with a jetpack strapped to your back. Walk on water, dive, and even fly on the water.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>7. <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/xcaret-vs-xel-ha-which-mexican-park-to-choose-for-adventure\/\" >Xcaret Park<\/a><\/strong> \u2013 A privately owned theme park. Mexican music, food, handicrafts. Coral reef aquarium, snorkeling, scuba diving, cultural programs, Mexican folklore. Marine fossils, pink flamingos. See Jaguar Island, Manatee Lagoon, and the Butterfly Pavilion. Rock formations with many caves and tunnels.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"519\" src=\"https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/1228182-1024x519.jpg\" alt=\"xcaret, cancun, mexico\" class=\"wp-image-5138\" srcset=\"https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/1228182-1024x519.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/1228182-300x152.jpg 300w, https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/1228182-768x389.jpg 768w, https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/1228182-150x76.jpg 150w, https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/1228182.jpg 1280w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>8. <strong>Isla Mujeres<\/strong> \u2013 13 kilometers into the sea from Cancun, visit this island for beautiful beaches, Mayan temple ruins, sea turtle sanctuary, dolphin watching, kayaking, swimming, and water sports.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>9. <strong>Coco Bongo<\/strong> \u2013 A popular nightclub at the Boulevard Kukulcan. Costume parties, acrobatic performances, soap bubbles, confetti, balloons.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>10. <strong>Tequila Herradura Sensory Museum<\/strong> \u2013 Home to the finest tequilas. Sniff, smell, and taste your way through this cultural experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>11. <strong>Water Sports<\/strong> \u2013 There is plenty to choose from. You can try parasailing, flyboarding, stand-up paddleboarding, speed boating, dolphin watching, swimming, and then there is of course snorkeling and scuba diving.<\/p>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"cancun-climate\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Cancun_Climate\"><\/span>Cancun Climate<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<p>Cancun has a tropical climate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>November to April, during the dry season, is a warm period with comfortable temperatures. The sea is warm. There can however be a few hurricanes and tropical storms in November. Wind from the north, el Norte, can blow in late November bringing cool and windy days.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>May to October is the rainy season, which is hot and muggy. The breeze tempers the heat, but moisture is still high. You will have a lot of sunshine because the rains are mostly sharp and short showers. Hurricane season runs from June to November. Rainy season is most intense between August and October.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The months of March through May are the sunniest.<\/p>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"the-best-time-to-visit-cancun\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Best_Time_to_Visit_Cancun\"><\/span>The Best Time to Visit Cancun<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<p>The peak season in Cancun lasts from the end of November through the first week of March. Prices peak from mid-December to mid-January. May through November is the most affordable season to go, with September and October being the most affordable <a href=\"https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/places-to-stay-for-the-great-ocean-road-trip-in-australia\/\" >times to visit<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"how-to-visit-cancun-on-a-budget\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_To_Visit_Cancun_on_a_Budget\"><\/span>How To Visit Canc\u00fan on a Budget<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td>Accommodation<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/all-inclusive-resorts-in-cancun-a-guide-for-stay\/\" >Stay at Cancun<\/a> downtown rather than on the beachfront. To <a href=\"https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/5-tips-to-save-money-on-a-skiing-holiday\/\" >save money<\/a>, look for a budget hotel or hostel in the area.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Food<\/td><td>Eat where the locals eat. Head to a supermarket to stock up on food. There is a huge Walmart on Avenida Coba. You will also find food at many local markets around the city.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Transport<\/td><td>Don\u2019t take the taxi. The bus service is regular and dependable. It will be much cheaper as well. Take Mayab buses instead of ADO. A bus from the <a href=\"https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/top-9-attractions-in-seville\/\" >main terminus can take you to many tourist attractions<\/a>. The terminal is at the corner of Tulum and Uxmal Avenues. ADO runs the first-class buses. Mayab is the cheaper option. They run on most routes.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Peso<\/td><td>Always pay in Mexican peso to avoid taking a hit on the exchange rate you\u2019ll be given in bars, restaurants, and shops.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Tickets and Tours<\/td><td>Book your snorkeling and other trips and tickets online.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Haggle<\/td><td>This is perfectly acceptable, especially in the more touristy areas. The prices of most souvenirs and gifts are hiked up, so you can possibly bring down the price through some smart negotiation.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n<div style=\"font-size: 0px; height: 0px; line-height: 0px; margin: 0; padding: 0; clear: both;\"><\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Canc\u00fan is a coastal city in Mexico. Officially the state of Quintana Roo, it is often referred to as \u2018The Mexican Caribbean\u2019 and the Riviera Maya. Cancun is located in Mexico\u2019s Yucatan Peninsula, on the coast of the Caribbean Sea, and is one of the easternmost parts of the country. Cancun is best known for its long and stunning beachfront, nightclubs, the many high-rise hotels, restaurants, and shops. The pristine white beaches run for 21 kilometers. The city has 2 distinct areas. Zona Hotelera is the beachfront strip, while El Centro is the traditional downtown. 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