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Thirty years ago Cancun was a sandbar known only to local fishermen.
Today it is a moretropical paradise that remains one of the world’s top tourist destinations. This comes as no surprise when you consider how much Cancun has to offer.
If you’re looking for a place with great weather, pumping nightlife, decadent cuisine, modern amenities and some of the coolest activities in Mexico, then Cancun is where you want to be.
Home to the world’s second largest barrier reef, Cancun is an ideal place for scuba diving and snorkeling.
If the Mayan culture appeals to you, consider a day trip to either Tulum or Chichen Itza. Tulum can be combined with a visit to Xel-ha, a fascinating nature park and lagoon where you can snorkel or swim with the dolphins. Chichen Itza is further away which makes for a long day trip but worth the drive.
Cancun adventurers may also be interested in exploring a cenote or taking a side trip. You may also want to go golfing, fishing or play tennis. If you’re looking for something a tad tamer, Cancun also has great shopping.
Climate
Cancun weather boasts year round sunshine making it ideal for a vacation at any time of year. Cancun weather is tropical and humid with year round sunshine. The temperature ranges from 20° to 30° C (68° to 86° F) from October through to March and from 22° to 33° C (75° a 91° F) from April to September.
Time Zone
Cancun, Mexico is on Eastern Standard Time.
Currency
The official currency in Cancun is the Mexican peso, but American dollars are also widely accepted. Banks are open Monday-Friday from 9 am to 4 pm but there are exchange houses found all over Cancun that are open much later.
Language
The official language spoken in Cancun is Spanish. Most of the Mexicans working in the tourism industry speak English and you will find that French, Italian and German are also spoken by some. Many of the local indigenous people still speak Mayan as their first language and Spanish as their second, you will often hear them speaking Mayan amongst themselves.
Electricity
120 cycles/60 volts, the same as in the United States.
The standard Cancun electricity supply is 110 volts, the same as in Canada and the United States. Hotels usually offer voltage converters for 220 volt devices. Many sockets do not accept polarized or three-prong plugs so it is recommended that you bring your own adapter. |