See what the experts are saying about Yucatan. Get expert advice on how to get there what to see and more.
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Planning a trip
A little planning can make the difference between a good trip and a great trip. When should you go? What's the best way to get there? How much should you plan to spend? What festivals or special events will occur during your visit? What safet... Continue reading »
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Fast facts
Abbreviations -- Dept. (apartments); Apdo. (post office box); Av. (avenida; avenue); c/ (calle; street); Calz. (calzada; boulevard). "C" on faucets stands for caliente (hot), "F" for frÃa (cold). "PB" (planta baja) means ground floor; in most... Continue reading »
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Visitor information
Tourist Boards The Mexico Tourism Board (tel. 800/446-3942) is an excellent source for general information; you can request brochures and maps on the country and get answers to the most common questions from the exceptionally well-trained,... Continue reading »
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When to go
High season in the Yucatán begins around December 20 and continues to Easter. This is the best time for calm, warm weather; snorkeling, diving, and fishing (the calmer weather means clearer and more predictable seas); and for visiting the rui... Continue reading »
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Calendar of events
During national holidays, Mexican banks and governmental offices -- including Immigration -- are closed. January New Year's Day (Año Nuevo). National holiday. This is perhaps the quietest day in all of Mexico. After having stayed up mos... Continue reading »
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Getting there
By Plane The airline situation in Mexico is rapidly improving, with many new regional carriers offering scheduled service to areas previously not served. In addition to regularly scheduled service, charter service direct from U.S. cities t... Continue reading »
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Package deals
Package tours are simply a way to buy the airfare, accommodations, and other elements of your trip (such as car rentals, airport transfers, and sometimes even activities) at the same time and often at discounted prices. One good source of... Continue reading »
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Getting around
An important note: If your travel schedule depends on a vital connection -- say, a plane trip or a ferry or bus connection -- call to find out if the connection is still available. By Plane Mexico has two large private national carriers... Continue reading »
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Money
It's always advisable to bring money in a variety of forms on a vacation: a mix of cash, credit cards, and traveler's checks. You should also exchange enough petty cash to cover airport incidentals, tipping, and transportation to your hotel b... Continue reading »
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Entry requirements
Passports All travelers to Mexico are required to present photo identification and proof of citizenship, such as a valid passport, naturalization papers, or an original birth certificate with a raised seal, along with a driver's license or... Continue reading »
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Sustainable travel & ecotourism
Each time you take a flight or drive a car CO2 is released into the atmosphere. You can help neutralize this danger to our planet through "carbon offsetting" -- paying someone to reduce your CO2 emissions by the same amount you've added. Carb... Continue reading »
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Health & safety
General Availability of Health Care In most of the Yucatan's resort destinations, healthcare meeting U.S. standards is now available. Mexico's major cities are also known for their quality healthcare, although the facilities available may... Continue reading »
Yucatan Travel Experiences
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A mad chase to catch the bus!
You know how you have a time in your head and without checking are convinced that it is true. Then you realise later that that time was f... Continue reading »
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Chichen Itza!!!
Oh how I wish the internet were faster here!!!! I have so many awesome photos I´d like to post but each one takes about 30 minutes or so... Continue reading »
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Kulturhauptstadt Yucatans
30.04.2206Autor: JohannaGestern Nacht um 21:00 sind wir von Palenque nach Merida aufgebrochen. Wieder mit dem Bus und wieder ueber Nacht.... Continue reading »
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Chichen Itza - a 7 wonder of the world!
Thursday 18th October – Isla de Mujeres – Chichen Itza Today we decided to head to a hotel just out of Chichen Itza as it was in a good l... Continue reading »
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Mérida
After a 3 hour bus journey from Campeche, we arrived in Mérida. Contrary to our expectations, this has turned out to be the friendlist ci... Continue reading »
