Showing posts with label Mexico. Show all posts
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Thursday, August 26, 2010

Top Ten -- Tulum, Cancun, Mexico





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Tulum is a great place to visit and stay at in Mexico. While most people are mostly acquainted with Cancun in Mexico, too few people know about the beauty of Tulum. Located on the Yucatan Peninsula, this town is the place to go for the adventurous traveler, by offering a perfect combination of tranquility, seclusion and adventure. Exploring the ruins, snorkeling, enjoying the beaches and visiting the nature reserves are only a few of the multiples activities you can do in Tulum. Here are some of the highlights you may want to look into if you decide to spend some times in this beautiful old Mayan town, just south of Playa Del Carmen.

Mayan Ruins

First, Tulum is often associated with the Mayan ruins, and for good reasons. The famous Mayan ruins in Tulum are located on the beachside and offer a spectacular view. The remains of that once big Mayan town are one of the best-preserved coastal Maya sites and are certainly a must-see for any traveler. Mayan are known for their remarkable architectural and cultural accomplishments. Some of the ruins are over 1400 years old and are impressively well preserved. Among the ruins, the "castillo", or the lighthouse, surrounds the city square and was used to guard and watch for any approaching enemy. Tulum appears to have been an important worship site, therefore has many altars, temples and shrines.

Cenotes Park

Of course, Mayan ruins are not everything in Tulum. If you are interested in adventure, try the hidden worlds of Cenotes Park, where you will get experience cavern diving and snorkeling. You might even have heard of the Hidden Worlds of Cenotes if you have seen the IMAX movie, "Journey into Amazing Caves", which was filmed there. The Cenotes offers you amazing snorkeling or diving in fresh crystal clear waters. Swimming through the underground waters of the park, surrounded by stalactites and stalagmites, this experience will be phenomenal. Guided tours welcomes everyone, including beginners.

Punta Laguna

If you are going to Tulum, make sure to bring some walking shoes to visit Punta Laguna, located at less than a 30 minutes drive from town. The forests lovers will enjoy the 5000 hectare wide nature reserve which Punta Laguna is part of. Punta Laguna is an eco-touristic place where you can observe the nature and wildlife. Throughout your excursion, you will get to watch spider monkeys in the wild, as well as spectacular views of the jungle flora. On the jungle trails, you might see many more wild animals. An excursion to Punta Laguna, is a truly inspiring experience.

Tulum also has amazing coastal landscapes, and the ocean there provides a great diving or snorkeling excursions with the second largest barrier reef in the world, and untouched coral, great coral formations and an amazing sea life with pleasant surprises. The landscapes in and nearby Tulum are very varied and extremely beautiful. In Tulum, you will find a little bit of everything, and something to do for anyone. So this year, enjoy the Caribbean sea and visit Tulum.

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Saturday, October 17, 2009

About Driving in Mexico ~ Wyclef Jean "Sweetest Girl



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Driving into Mexico from the United States by car is possible if a person adheres to some ground rules. To start with, a person wishing to travel within the free trade zone or 20 kilometers from the Mexico-US border should is not required to adhere to any procedures. Beyond these zones however, one needs to have a proof of his United States citizenry, a tourist card, a car ownership proof or a leasing contract for hired vehicles, a driving license and credit cards valid to make international transactions.

At the border, an international traveler will be required to get a driving permit. The permit is acquired at the customs office located at the border crossing. Here, the traveler is required to present documents and credit cards, which should be in his own name. You are also required to leave a guarantee deposit, which is refunded on the return journey. The amount of the guarantee deposit depend the car model and the year of manufacturer. Alternatively, one can opt to obtain a travel certificate from Mexican consulates in their respective states. Unlike the guarantee deposit, the certificate fee is non-refundable. Something worth noting for people who acquire certificates from Mexican Consulates is the fact that they too will be required to pay the guarantee deposit at the border.

Once inside the Mexican territory, a driver should consider buying Mexican vehicle insurance. This will provide cover to the car should an accident happen. The insurance cover should include the services of claim adjusters and an attorney. Should an accident happen, one is not allowed to move their vehicles until fault is established. International drivers should also be aware that ruts and potholes are a common feature in most Mexican roads. As such, one should ensure that their vehicle is in good enough condition to withstand travel along such roads.

International travelers should try to restrict their travel plans to daylight hours. This is especially so since insecurity is still a thorny issue in Mexico. In addition, the road signs and hazards are more apparent during daylight, there are more travelers on the roads. Even when the driver is forced to drive at night, they should avoid traveling the isolated roads, and stopping for hitchhikers. You should also be on the lookout for foreign objects placed on the roads. This is used by local criminals to lure unsuspecting drivers to stop.

An international driver should also find out who has the right of way in the Mexican roads before embarking on the journey. As such, he or she will know when to slow down and let the other vehicles have the lane space. Just like anywhere else, one should plan the travel ahead, book accommodation in good time and purchase a road map. More importantly, an international traveling driving in Mexico should remember that the driving school lessons apply in this country, just as they do in their home country. This means that the driver should adhere to the speed limits and obey road signals.

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Saturday, September 19, 2009

Ray Stevens Takes "Juanita and The Kids" To The Most Popular Tourist Activities in Mexico



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Sure, you don’t want to be just another one of those tourists that go to the most popular places that typical tourists go to when they are on vacation to certain places. But you have to realize that there has to be a reason why these places are so popular in the first place. Since you are already in the area and booked into one of the Grupo Mayan hotels here, why not indulge in a whim and see what all the fuss is about when it comes to these tourist destinations and popular activities in Mexico?

Attractions in Acapulco

What would a Mexican vacation be without your seeing the famous cliff divers of Acapulco? This is a site to behold as young boys jump from a cliff, which is more than a hundred feet above the water, and into an inlet that is only slightly over 9 feet deep. The cliffs of La Quebrada is one of the greatest tourist attractions in Acapulco, and these divers have been one of the most popular sites here since 1940. You can view these divers while having a snack or a meal at the famous La Perla restaurant, which is right across from where these young men jump into the Pacific. You can even see divers jump at night with lit torches from this restaurant.

Water Taxi Rides in Cabo

You can take a small tour of the many beaches that Cabo San Lucas is famous for. These water taxi rides can be so much fun and can take you from the marina down to Medana Beach and even to a place called Lover’s Beach, which is on the very tip of the Cabo Peninsula. These water taxi boats have glass bottoms that help passengers see the fish that are swimming underfoot, a wonderful sight for children and adults to see.

Jungle Excursions in Puerto Vallarta

For a hippie adventure that you won’t soon forget, you should try and visit Yelapa, which can be reached by foot, by boat, or by mountain biking. This beach village is home to a jungle, a waterfall, and rivers that give you the jungle lifestyle that is uniquely Puerto Vallarta. Also, part of the Puerto Vallarta jungle experience is the canopy tour that gets you to see the flora and the fauna of the region in what may be your most exciting jungle adventure yet. You will be zipped above the treetops to see these wonders and more.

Racing through the Cancun Lagoon

If you are into racing around the beautiful lagoon of Cancun and snorkeling in one of their lovely reefs, the Jungle Tour race of Cancun might just be the adventure for you. You start off with a two-seater speedboat race that gets you to navigate around a maze-like pattern through the lagoon, and you end the race up with a snorkeling adventure in this unique competition that has you exploring the natural wonders of Cancun.

All these unique adventures that bring tourists every year to Mexico can be part of your itinerary, and you can have your Grupo Mayan hotel or resort book any of these adventures and tours for you.

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Sunday, August 9, 2009

Mexico Travel Guide / Rihanna Live From Mexico ~"Umbrella"




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A Mexico Regional Travel Services Guide:

Across Mexico, in villages and cities, in mountains, tropical coasts, and jungle settings, enchanting surprises await travelers. These might take the form of a fantastic small-town festival, delightful dining in a memorable restaurant, or even a stretch of road through the heavenly Mexican countryside!

Mexico! ~ City Destinations:

Acapulco: Guerrero, Mexico ~ has something to suit every taste and budget and offers a range of activities for the whole family...

Cancún: Quintana Roo, Mexico ~ one of the most important tourist complexes in Mexico and the world. Its superb location, shaped like an island and its mild climate...

Cozumel, Quintana Roo: Mexico ~ is Mexico's largest island, nestled 12 miles off the Yucatan, 28 miles long, 10 miles wide, world renown for it's white sandy beaches...

Guadalajara, Jalisco: Mexico ~ is Mexico's second largest city, has long been among the most important of Mexican cities. A favorite location for foreign vacationers and retirees...

Huatulco, Mexico ~ a resort destination with an intimate, quiet ambiance and unspoiled tropical beauty. Set at the foot of the Sierra Madre del Sur Mountains on a series of nine bays...

Iztapa & Zihuatenejo, Mexico ~ Ixtapa is considered one of Mexico's most modern resorts. Those looking for a more authentic cultural experience can head seven kilometers south to Zihuatanejo, a classic pueblo village criss-crossed by cobblestone streets...

Los Cabos & Cabo San Lucas, Mexico ~ the beckoning sea and the captivating desert beg exploration. There is never a shortage of fun things to do in Cabo San Lucas...

Manzanillo, Mexico ~ has fine beaches, sailfishing, & water sports abound! Gold Coast destination, an important seaport & now a popular international tourist destination...

Mazatlán, Mexico ~ 15 sunsplashed miles, extends southward into the Pacific just below the Tropic of Cancer. Mazatlán: the beginning of the Mexican tropics, perpetual summer and refuge from winter cold...

Mérida, Mexico ~ also known as the White City, is one of the most tranquil and safest cities in Mexico...

Oaxaca, Mexico ~ has peaks almost 10,000 feet (more than 3,000 meters) high, caverns among the deepest in the world, virgin beaches, hidden jungles, and luminous valleys...

Playa Del Carmen, Mexico ~ is the perfect home base for travel to anywhere on the coast. Ferries run to Cozumel all day, and it is only an hour to Cancun...

Puerto Vallarta, Mexico ~ is different from other destinations in Mexico. Geographically diverse: boasting mountains, jungles, beaches, rivers, waterfalls, and more...


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Saturday, August 1, 2009

Cancun Mexico Mayan Culture, Heritage / Ricky Martin Live" Drop It On Me"



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Cancun Airport International (CUN) is one of the busiest airports in the Caribbean and the point of entry to the "Mundo Maya". Every year millions of people visit Cancun and the Riviera Maya and the number of visitors is expected to increase rapidly thanks to the new mega-resorts already in construction all over the area.

Major international airlines as well as charter airlines have direct or connecting flights to Cancun every day. Now more than ever Cancun Airport International is easy accessible from almost every major city in the world. With first class shops, restaurants and services, Cancun Airport is one of the easiest most convenient airports to fly to/from in Mexico.

Cancun is one of the best places to visit if you wish to gain a deeper understanding of the Mayan culture and heritage. The Mayan civilization is one of the oldest civilizations in the world that existed in southern Mexico and in the northern region of Central America.

Mayan Heritage Sites in Cancun
Cancun boasts of being home to the Mayan heritage, which can be traced back as far as 1500 BC. A large number of archeological sites can be located near various hotels in Cancun. Popular attractions are:

* El Rey Ruins: Located in the heart of the Cancun hotel zone, this site is famous for the Iguana birds which flock the area in large numbers. The site is believed to have been created in 300 BC and still bears traces of mural paintings.

* El Meco Ruins: Located in northern Cancun, this is a fairly small heritage site. However, it offers splendid views of the Chacmochuc Lagoon. You can also find pyramids here. The site is believed to have served as a lighthouse to the Mayans.

* Yamil Luum: This is believed to be the highest point in Cancun and consists of two structures, one resembling a temple and the other a lighthouse. It is located in the Cancun hotel zone and provides unmatched views of the Caribbean Sea.

You can also find a number of rich Mayan heritage sites within a two-hours drive from Cancun, including:

* Ek Balam: This ancient Mayan city is located 100 miles (160 kilometers) to the west of Cancun. The Mayans are believed to have settled in this region around 100 BC. The city houses some of the best Mayan Sculptures. The temple, building and palace ruins found at this site indicate that Ek Balam was a political headquarter and a sacred center.

* Chichen Itza: Considered to be one of the Seven Wonders of the World, this site houses the Kukulchan Pyramid. During the spring and autumn Equinox, people can observe a magnificent illusion (created by the sun's rays), wherein a serpent appears to descend from the pyramid.

* Coba: The city was one of the largest Mayan settlements spanning approximately 60 square miles. It is believed to be an important economic center of the Mayan civilization. The site houses the Nahoch Mul Pyramid, which is the tallest pyramid in the northern region, measuring 42 meters.

There are a plethora of other things to do in Cancun, the tropical climate and white sand beaches make a Cancun vacation a wholesome travel experience to remember.

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Friday, May 1, 2009

Adios Mexico! Jamaica and St. Thomas Picking Up Mexico's Tourism Dollars





The European Union is not planning to ban travel to Mexico because of the outbreak of swine flu there, diplomatic sources said Thursday at an emergency meeting of EU health ministers in Luxembourg.

Individual member states have the right to bring in travel restrictions if they think this will help prevent the disease spreading, but the EU as a whole is not going to bring in a ban, diplomatic sources said.

Ahead of the meeting, France was the most vocal of a number of EU member states calling for a blanket ban on flights to Mexico, arguing this would limit the spread of swine flu across Europe.

'France is proposing a ban on flights going to the most important flu area, that is, a ban on flights to Mexico,' French Health Minister Roselyne Bachelot said as she arrived at the meeting.

'It is clear that a ban on flights coming from Mexico could be counter-productive, as attempts to avoid it could make it harder to trace people who might be infected,' she said.

But member states such as Germany, Spain and Britain opposed any such move, arguing that it would not be effective, since the disease has already reached Europe.

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