Best Activities for Couples in Cancun

Romance and fun don't have to be two separate things. In Cancun and the Riviera Maya, you'll find incredible activities in paradise locations that will encourage you to say "I love you."

Here's a list of the Best Activities for Couples for you to enjoy on your next trip:

Coba Ruins

Explore the ruins of Coba together. Climb the pyramid and tell her how much you love her on the top of the Mayan World!

Catamaran Charter

Enjoy a private, romantic evening on board a catamaran. Live an experience that you will never forget!

Contoy Island

Spend the day with your loved one on Isla Contoy, an un-habited island that will captivate your senses.

Couples Dream Dolphin Swim

Enjoy the marvelous experience of swimming and interacting as a couple with a dolphin for one perfect hour. A fantastic idea for a wedding proposal!

Sky Rider

Enjoy a relaxing parasailing adventure with your significant other. This option allows you to watch the scenic views of Cancun from above as you fly over the sea with your partner.

Jungle Tour

This two-seat speedboat adventure is a perfect way to enjoy an afternoon. Feel the rush as you ride the waters surrounded by delightful landscapes of the Cancun lagoon and sea.

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The Best Tips for your Cancun Vacation

Here are some tips that you’ll find useful when you travel to this paradise, Cancun:

• Don't drink the water even if the hotel has a purified water cistern, it tastes funny. Mexican bottled water is 1/3 the price.
• There are timeshare sales reps everywhere! They will tell you anything, they will offer you free tours or dinner. DO NOT STOP! ... In case you forget this tip, and you find yourself talking with timeshare people, just tell them: "Sorry, I don't have a Credit Card" ... Trust me, this is the best timeshare repellent!
• Set taxi fares before getting in. If you have a problem, take its number off the car & report it to your hotel.

• Use environmentally friendly sunscreen when in national water parks.
• Hard Rock Cafe is not downtown. Go explore. Prices are better downtown.
• DON'T let people change your mind about a restaurant. 'Oh that restaurant is closed' or 'My uncle owns a better one.' Every restaurant pays a commission to taxis, travel agents reps, bell boys, front desk clerks, maids, salesclerks, iguanas, sharks, monkeys, etc. The commission could be as high as 15% of your bill, and of course, that fee is added to the menu price. 97% of restaurants pay.
• Most people speak 'JOB English' meaning they get by when you ask them questions that they answer daily. Speak slowly & clearly. Don't use unusual words. Don't expect everyone to understand your accent.
• Ocean temperature year round is 80F so, jump in.

• Crossing the street is not a right; it's a challenge. Be on the defensive.
• Use sunscreen even on an overcast day.
• If you were 2 hours from the pyramids in Egypt would you go? If yes, go to Chichen-Itza.
• Ice is safe in the drinks. All restaurants wash the vegetables in purified water. Even the taco guy on my corner.
• Always carry change! 5, 10, 20 pesos.
• ATM machines, credit card slips are in pesos so DON'T PANIC when you see all those zeros.
• Watch out for hot salsa! It's the next day that bites. Well, bites…
• How to speak better Spanish? Drink more tequila!

• Best thing to do? Get up at 6:30 am & walk on the beach. THE BEST!
• Tip your maid daily; a buck or 2.
• Exchange your dollars in exchanges houses, maybe your hotel or banks. You will get a better rate than the stores and restaurants. The best rate in the hotel zone is the Bancrecer bank in Plaza Flamingo.
• Plan to eat out, go to clubs or do any tours.
• Phoning home: Dial 001 - area code - #. Buy Ladatel phone cards (50 cents a minute). The phones are everywhere, and the cards are sold in most stores and money exchanges. DO NOT call collect. Minimum charge is $40! You will find these phones in 50% of the hotel rooms, lobbies and on the street.

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Cancun's public bus tips

One of the most difficult things doing during vacations it's finding the best way to move around the city you are. Cancun is no exception; you must decide between a taxi or a public bus. If your call is a bus, here are some tips we hope you find helpful.

• Cancun has a public bus system just like every city in the world. Of course, many of the buses in use are not in as good shape as the ones you are used to, but it is the cheapest way to get around Cancun.

• The Cancun bus system works just like any city bus system, sorta.

• You find the main street and look for a bus stop sign. Usually a blue or black sign with a picture of a bus. Stand there and wait. If you know the bus you want and you see it coming, wave your arms. The bus will stop, you get on and pay.

• You used to have to keep your bus ticket to be collected later. It's no longer needed, but still, keep it. If anything, you'll have a weird souvenir from your trip.

• Know your destination or some of the places that are close to it. Look out the window and watch for your intended location. If you hear anybody speaking your language on the bus, ask them if they know your destination and how far, what side of the road.

• When you get to your destination, move quickly. Ring the buzzer if it works; if it doesn't work, scream ALTO! (STOP in Spanish) and walk to the door and exit.

• Do not rely on asking the driver to stop at your destination. Even if you do and the driver says okay, chances are he will forget.

• In the Cancun Hotel Zone, you can take any bus to go up and down the strip to any of the malls or beaches.

COST: Buses at the Hotel Zone are $12.00 pesos per ride. Peso coins only. American dollar bills are okay but expect not to get any change back, unless you ask for it (and even then you may not get it).

CANCUN BUS ROUTES

There are 4 bus routes that go into the Hotel Zone: R-1, R-2, R-15 & R-27.

• R-2 & R-15 go to Wal-Mart & Mercado 28.
• R-1 goes to Puerto Juarez, Wal-Mart, Mercado 23 and the Cancun bus station.
• R-27 travels on Tulum Ave and stops at Plaza Las Americas where you catch the "colectivo" to go south up Hwy 307 to Playa del Carmen - Tulum and all points in-between.

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Top Things to Do in Cancun to Welcome the New Year

This year is coming to an end, and everybody is getting ready to say goodbye to it. However the end of a cycle is the beginning of a new one, and for most people, this is the perfect opportunity to start fresh and do things different than before.

Cancun and the Riviera Maya are a fantastic destination to say goodbye to the year, either with a big party at one of the nightclubs or with a more private dinner in its excellent restaurants. But if you want to try something a little different this time, here are a few things you can try to welcome the New Year.

Fireworks show at the beach.

Dinner party at your hotel.
Some hotels throw wonderful New Year dinner parties with delicious food, great music, a fabulous ambiance, and even a fireworks show. (Check with the staff of your hotel for the events calendar as sometimes a reservation is needed)

Experience the sunrise at a beautiful Cancun beach.

See the dawn at the beach.

Get a beautiful tan and see the first light of the New Year at one of the gorgeous Cancun beaches. There’s no better place to admire the birth of a new day than the white sands and crystal blue waters of Cancun and the Riviera Maya.

Captain Hook pirate ships light up at midnight.

Go on a pirate adventure.
Enjoy a different experience with the fabulous pirate show of Captain Hook. Sail into an adventure and taste a delicious dinner with lobster tail and filet Mignon while music plays and the party goes on. You will also enjoy a beautiful firework show and a bottle of sparkling wine to sip on while the countdown begins.

Kukulkan pyramid in the Chichen Itza archaeological site.

Visit an archaeological site.

One of the most popular experiences is to visit one of the archaeological sites of Cancun and the Riviera Maya. With the believe that the strategic location of the ruins changes the way the Sun waves affect our bodies, many people gather at these places to feel their energies recharging and get through the next year with fewer troubles.

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5 beach hacks you must know

Going to the beach can be a great experience, but also there can be some annoying situations, like for example the sticky sand on your feet, or even worst, on your mobile phone! So, if you want to ensure that your next beach trip is a breeze, you need to check this 5 beach hacks that will help you to completely enjoy your beach excursion.

DIY towel trick

One the most annoying things at the beach it’s re-accommodate your towel every time the wind blows. This trick will help you to maintain your towel and personal things in order. Just fold over the edges of your towel and sew some pockets, where you can put your valuables and making heavier your towel, preventing that the wind will move your things.

DIY Waterproof phone

Sometimes we just want to take the best pictures when we’re at the beach, but one of our deepest fears it’s that our phones can get wet or full of sand. To protect your phone just put it in a plastic bag (like a ziploc bag) and this will help you to keep your things safe from the sand and water  while you enjoy the beach.

Freeze water bottles

To make a picnic at the beach sometimes may be disgusting because the sun always warms the drinks and food. To avoid hot water bottles, just freeze them the night before. Then the next day at the beach the sun will slowly melt the iced water, so you can enjoy fresh water during the day. Also, you can put the frozen water bottles in a cooler, to keep other things cold.

Get baby powder

Another annoying thing of going to the beach is the sticky sand on your body. The solution to this problem is simple.... baby powder! This will easily help you to get rid of sand.

Bring the fitted sheet to the beach

No matter how many times you shake the sand from your towel, it would always get full of sand again and again. To minimize the problem just use a fitted sheet instead of your towel and put some heavy things in the corners of the sheet (like backpacks, coolers, etc.). This is great if you have babies or little kids with you!

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Holbox: a hidden and virgin paradise

Quintana Roo is well known for having two of the most important destinations in México: Cancún and Playa del Carmen, but there are more amazing places that you can visit in this state.

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The perfect example is Holbox Island, a fishing village located right in the north of Quintana Roo. Its name means “black hole” and this little island is the perfect spot for travelers that are looking for a hidden place to relax in a peaceful place.

It is approximately 41.84 kilometres (26.00 miles) long and 2 kilometres (1.24 miles) wide, and it is separated from the mainland by Yalahau lagoon. The island is accessed by ferry departing from the town of Chiquila. There are few cars, the main means of transportation are golf cars, bikes and mopeds.

One of the best things here is the beach, with shallow water and very calm waves, making the perfect spot to relax and be in touch with nature. You can also enjoy great snorkeling and even swim with the whale shark from June to September!

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Another place to visit here is “Isla Pájaros” (Bird Island). This island is located 30 minutes by boat from Holbox. Isla Pajaros is only 200 feet (60 meters) wide and is home to a variety of birds. As some of them are endangered species, two observation points and walkways are provided to minimize the direct contact with the birds.

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During the evening you can have a nice dinner in any of the restaurants in Holbox Island, where you can taste all the local specialties, like the lobster pizza  or have a drink in any of the downtown bars.

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And in the dark nights of summer, you will be able to see a bright blue light that illuminates the beaches of the island; these are noctiluca scintillans glowing because of the gentle movement of the Caribbean Sea. As the waves crashes the shore these microorganisms emit flashes of light in silver, green and blue tones.

So if you’re looking for a peaceful and beautiful place to take a break, Holbox is the perfect destination to travel. If you're interested in visiting this place, you can book private transportation with Entertainment Plus here!

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Ultimate guide to: Rainy Cancun

A rainy day at Cancún is still better than a rainy day at work! Here is a list of our 5 favorite activities to do in Cancún!

All-weather tours

These all-weather challenges were made for adrenaline-lovers! From zip line circuit to aerial bridges, bungee swing and ATV.

ATV Explorer

Enjoy the rain driving an ATV through the jungle. A different way to get to know Cancún in a whole different way!

A day at a spa

Pamper yourself at a spa and enjoy the rain. Most hotels offer spa services, relax and enjoy a massage, facial, body treatments, your body will appreciate it.

Shopping

Do not waste a sunny day of beach at the mall. Take advantage of the rain and go shopping for souvenirs.

Museum

Mayan Museum

Cancún is more than beautiful beaches. The Mayan Museum of Cancún offers many historical pieces and remains of ancient mayan houses at San Miguelito.

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Ultimate guide to: Rainy Playa del Carmen

Everytime we think about Playa del Carmen, Cancún or the Riviera Maya we think about sunny, beautiful beaches, tans, piña coladas, margaritas and the warmth of the Caribbean. But there is not always like that, we do get rain, storms and even hurricanes (although its been 11 years since Wilma). So what can you do to enjoy your vacations on a beautiful, rainy Playa del Carmen? Here are some of our favorite things to do when it rains because a day at rainy Playa del Carmen is still better than a day at work!

Go to the movies

There are two movie theaters or cines in Playa del Carmen. Cinemex is located in Centro Maya shopping mall and Cinépolis is in Plaza las Américas. If you want to learn some spanish, try watching a movie in english with spanish subtitles.

Go shopping

There are two main shopping malls in Playa del Carmen: Paseo del Carmen and Quinta alegría but there are lots of stores where you can buy souvenirs, tequila, mexican sculptures and mexican textiles and clothing.

Casino time

There are four casinos in Playa del Carmen with slot machines and some have sport betting.

3D Museum

Although the Riviera Maya is most known for its fun side rather than its cultural side, for the past years the governement has been making efforts to enhace culture within this destination. Inaugurated in feb 2016, the 3D Museum of Wonders is a 100% interactive museum with 43 works of art and camera friendly!

Coffee

Maybe the last thing that comes to your mind when you think about Playa del Carmen is coffee, but who can resist a warm cup of coffee on a rainy day? Try mexican coffee from mexican coffee shops while enjoying the rain in paradise.

Adventure Tours

Some parks offer all-weather tours that include ziplnes, ATV's, underground rivers and lots of exciting activities that take a different meaning with the rain refreshing you. Even if you have done some of these tours in sunny days, we assure you it is a whole different experience if you do them while raining.

Spa

Adventure tours, snorkel, diving, archaelogical sites... it is all very fun and thrilling until you retorn home and feel like you need vacation from vacation. Seize the rain and pamper yourself with a day at spa. You will love it!

Kiss

If you are here with your loved one, take the chance and kiss under the rain because, c'mon... there is nothing as romantic as kissing... under the rain... in the Riviera Maya!

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