CANCUN INFORMATION
Tips and Tricks: Vacationing in Cancun by Larry Blenn
Cancun is a fun and exciting vacation destination for couples and
families, as well as traditional spring-breakers. If you are traveling to
Cancun in the near future, there are a number of tricks and tips you
can use to make your stay there even better. Cancun can be a great
spot for relaxing, and these few small hints will make your time there
worry-free and even better than you could have ever imagined.
While in Cancun, you will need to learn how to travel around the area.
Buses are your cheapest bet. However, this is not a good option for
families, as a bus ride can be very dangerous for small children.
When on the bus, find a seat quickly, as the driver will not wait for you.
He or she probably will not speak English, so use the button at the
back of the bus to alert them when you want to stop. If you do not, there
are no guarantees that the bus will stop at every marked bus stop on
the route. Other passengers will also usually not speak English, so if
you want to move, you need to push your way through. Taxies are
another option. Make sure that you have Pesos for both taxies and
buses, as American coins will often not be accepted.
Know the exchange rate and know it well. Merchants will try to make
the most money possible and will often attempt to sell things for very
high prices. Bargain with them. This is expected and not at all rude
when you are in Mexico. Remember that English is a second
language for most people there, so speak clearly and use simple
words to be sure that everyone understands. Most places accept
American bills, but few accept American coins. The exchange rate at a
business will be much higher, so it is better to exchange your money
at a bank first.
Eating in Cancun can be quite an experience. Do not drink the water
and get your drinks without ice cubes. Cancun does have a water
purification plant, so ask to be sure your hotel is hooked up to this
plant and that the water is safe to drink. Otherwise, get bottled water.
Restaurants in Cancun pay taxi drivers, hotel personnel, and just
about anyone on the street to promote their restaurants, so
understand that workers probably are not giving you advice from the
heart, but are rather giving you advice that pays.
Be careful when walking in Cancun. Pedestrians do not have the right
of way. Buses and taxi drivers will not stop for you, so run when you
cross the street. Also be careful after dark if you find yourself in a
secluded area. It is always best to go out in groups. Cancun is a
wonderful place to travel, and by keeping these tips in mind you can
have a great experience there.
About the Author
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