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Inside Background
Health & Safety 
The Yucatan Peninsula's areas that tourists visit consist mostly of resorts...
Last edited: March 17, 2008
Recommended Reading 
The Rough Guide Map: Yucatan Peninsula - Rough Guides, Robert Harding Hidden...
Last edited: October 01, 2008
Weather & When to Go 
The Yucatan Peninsula is hot year-round.  The two distinguishable seasons are...
Last edited: August 04, 2008
Resort maps  
Resort Maps From the Mayan Riviera and Playacar areas. Mayan road map   Barcelo...
Last edited: January 05, 2007
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Inside Transportation
Arriving & Departing 
The Yucatan Peninsula is made up of the three easternmost states of Mexico...
Last edited: August 30, 2008
Getting Around 
Almost every form of transportation can be found in the Yucatan.  For those who...
Last edited: January 01, 2009
Cancun Airport from Playa del Carmen 
There is a bus station at Juarez and 5ta. Avenida.  The air conditioned buses...
Last edited: September 27, 2008
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Inside Things to Do
Day Trips 
Although the nightlife experiences on the Yucatan Peninsula are spectacular...
Last edited: February 19, 2008
Nightlife 
The Yucatan peninsula is an exciting spot for most party mavens. Some tourists...
Last edited: August 03, 2006
Off the Beaten Path 
There are plenty of opportunities to explore the Yucatan Peninsula other than...
Last edited: July 15, 2006
Sports & Activities 
There are a wide variety of activities and sports to partake on the Yucatan...
Last edited: August 22, 2006
Attractions and Museums 
The four large cities in the Yucatan Peninsula provide exhaustive activities...
Last edited: April 24, 2008
Fly in a Balloon Over Chichen 
Be privileged to fly in a balloon over one of the new 7 wonders of contemporary...
Last edited: November 17, 2008
Mexican Cooking School 
At The Little Mexican Cooking School in Puerto Morelos they teach you about the...
Last edited: October 22, 2009
Aktun Chen 
Aktun Chen is just off the main highway, across from the Gran Bahia Principe...
Last edited: October 07, 2009
Cenote Zaci 
The Cenote Zaci, located in a park a few blocks from the town square, functions...
Last edited: January 20, 2008
Coba Ruins 
If you are interested in Mayan ruins and are in the Playa Del Carmen area, Coba...
Last edited: November 07, 2009
Dzibichaltun 
 Dzibilchaltun (tzee-BEEL-chahl-... is the "place where there is writing on the...
Last edited: July 17, 2007
Ek Balam 
Do not miss.  Not far off of the pay road.  The only ancient Mayan city with 3...
Last edited: December 13, 2009
Go Fish! Fishing Charters & Adventure Tours 
Great outfit.  Great knowledge of the local fishing and snorkeling spots.  Very...
Last edited: June 22, 2009
Riviera Maya 
The Riviera Maya is an incredible, relaxing place.  The people of Mexico are...
Last edited: January 18, 2008
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Inside Dining Scene
Cenote San Ignacio 
Cenote San Ignacio is a property in Chochola, Yucatan, on the road from Merida...
Last edited: August 28, 2009
El Bucanero de Baja California 
Fish and Shrimp Tacos Baja Style in downtown Cancun. Across The street from...
Last edited: July 27, 2009
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Inside Mexico: For Foreign Visitors
Banks & Money 
    The national currency of Mexico is the Peso.  When you see prices listed...
Last edited: March 13, 2009
Crossing the Border 
As of January 23, 2007, passports will be required for all U.S. citizens...
Last edited: December 05, 2009
Emergencies 
Puerto Vallarta  When a car accident occurs in Puerta Vallarta all cars...
Last edited: April 25, 2008
Important Phrases 
Phrases and words that may be helpful to you while in Mexico include: The...
Last edited: December 08, 2009
Telephones 
52 (Five Two) is the International Country Code for calling Mexico. 00 (zero...
Last edited: July 31, 2008
Tipping & Etiquette 
GUIDE TO TIPPING IN MEXICO Tipping guidelines for Mexico are nearly the same...
Last edited: August 11, 2009
Arrival at Mexico City airport 
Benito Juarez airport (MEX) serving Mexico City is modern and efficient. There...
Last edited: December 02, 2009
Arrival at PVR 
Below is a step-by-step description of what to expect when arriving at the...
Last edited: July 11, 2006
ATMS and Credit Cards 
You can use a checking bankcard, credit card or debit card, and will find ATM...
Last edited: October 17, 2009
Bus Travel  
For those of you who haven't used it, Mexico has an excellent intercity bus...
Last edited: May 09, 2009
Currency While in Mexico 
Mexico ’s national currency is the Peso.  Though some merchants both along the...
Last edited: November 09, 2009
Driving in Mexico 
Although Mexico is a big country, it can be easily travelled by car - if you...
Last edited: January 26, 2009
Embassies & Consulates (US/Canada) 
UNITED STATES United States Embassy in Mexico : Paseo de la Reforma 305, Col...
Last edited: May 04, 2009
Phoning Abroad 
In the past the least expensive means to call the U.S., Canada or Europe from...
Last edited: June 07, 2008
Public Safety & Security 
Concerns for safety and security in Mexico have risen steadily over the past...
Last edited: June 23, 2009
Timeshare and Consumer Complaints  
The following is from Profeco, the Mexican Governments Consumer Agency for...
Last edited: June 15, 2007
Vallarta Safety 
Vallarta was extremely safe, not as much anymore.  It is about as safe as most...
Last edited: October 31, 2009
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