Visit Cancun - The DON'Ts of Visiting Cancun, Mexico
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Visiting Cancun, Mexico is an amazing place to go, there are so many things to do and see, but here we will go over the things you DON'T do when you are vacationing in Cancun.
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hi! im from Cancún, And all you say its true, but more important never take taxi, they always abuse of tourist prices, im sorry for my english :)
Karliss Fernandez Are the Women there nice and sexy like you?
how can I contact you?
don't apologize you're English is fine!
Sterling Shelton damn. You beat me to the punch. Lol
Very true take busses super cheap like 50 cents a person
COVER that wristband as well!!!! It allows local vendors to know which resort you are at, and they then use that information to pretend to work at that resort and pretend to know you.
Hey. Thanks for the tip. I'll be traveling to Cancun next month. Do you have any suggestions on how to cover the wristband if I'm not wearing long sleeves?
The first rule of Cancun is nothing is free. Whenever someone offers you something there is a price tag attached to it.
Sounds like the U.S. to me
That’s everywhere lol
Good rule to live life by! 👍
Dumbest comment I have read in a month. There is a pricetag to everything everywhere, not just cancun. Nothing is free anywhere.
You’re the only dumbass that didn’t understand this apparently and try to pass it off as knowledge lmfao
Pay with pesos!!! if you pay with dollars they charge you more , They take the dollars and give you way less in pesos. You end up paying double! They take advantage of tourist .
I noticed that. So I brought pesos with me and when it came time to pay, they looked disappointed. Lol
as a cancunense I can agree with that
Exactly. I was about to write the same thing. I was in Cozumel and a couple asked what was the conversion rate at the restaurant and they said 17 pesos per dollar when the banks are closer to 20
@@robbienorton9522 All hotels do that throughout the world (and airports)
@@Ray.Norrish yes, I have traveled all over the world, I know. You're going to get a crap exchange rate directly from a restaurant, hotel, etc.
"Don't pee in public" I just feel like that applies anywhere though...
Haha, come to Paris and you’ll see...
i piss everywhere outside, and i live in canada.
@@mikealvarez871 i was hoping somebody would put that
Ya it's only ok to piss anywhere in Canada the government is also corrupt in Canada
Government is corrupt everywhere. As long as there are no children around its fair pissing game.
Hi I'm Mexican and I live in Cancun, i just wanted to say thanks for the real opinions and suggestions you give because at the end we want tourists to have an amazing time here, thank you for helping them and us!
Hi there! Do you like living in Cancun?
Hi Luis, do you know where I can buy pharmaceutical grade anavar from Cancun please?
@@beautyskin8696 you can buy anything you want at the pharmacy called Farmacia de Paris downtown on ave Yaxchilan. Without a perscription ;)
@@charliehernandez4404 is it pharmaceutical grade or underground?
For me whats one of the most beautiful experience in my life. Love the people, the food the service, the luxury , the humbleness of everybody Great Experience:)
Please mention do not throw the immigration paper given in the plane when u first arrive there. They will asked for it before u check in on ur departure. If u don't have it, they make u replace it for $35 per person!!! Don't don't don't throw it away!!!
Absolutely good tip. I had to pay for mine when i thought I lost it in Cancun. It was in my bag and they found it in my bag Mexico City when going thru mexican customs.
dont you fill out the top and keep bottom?
Ugh, we learned this the hard way too... :( whoops!
Yeah that's a common mistake. Keep the FMM form.
We almost threw ours then we were like no let’s take it for in case. Glad we did!!
I first watched Wolter's when he reviewed Toronto and since i've lived there my whole life I thought he was bang on. Now he's one of the few I seek out for the lowdown on any place I may go to.
Ok
I’d want to add: skip the taxi all together. Take the local buses. They’re about 10% of what taxis charge. For snacks and drink to have at the hotel, go to the centro and pick all this stuff at the supermarket. And, don’t be afraid to ask the locals about anything. I find everyone in Mexico to be very friendly and hospitable.
I heard people get robbed a lot on busses. I heard it's best to avoid
@@brittneysharpe3842Been to Cancun four times. Always use public transportation. Never had any issues. But, I guess one can get robbed on buses... anywhere.
Hi! Im from Cancún and your tips are very helpful to the people who wanna come, and are so TRUE! Thank you for encouraging others to come!
AND WELCOME TO CANCUN!!
would you mind telling me if month of November (like 2nd week) is good for Cancun, like weather and temperature etc.? Thanks.
Vida Turquesa im coming there soon
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Vida Turquesa Can I take off your chonés?"
Thx
Finally a video that keeps the flow going!!! Good job 👍🏽 Quick and straight to the point on all tips
Thanks for encouraging the tipping when coming to Mexico 🇲🇽 A lot of families do survive on them!
Hey bb what's up?
@@Serrano117 you ok weirdo?
Ugh! All these dweebs
@@NonStopGaming15 how is that weird?, calm urself
@@desireandfire you may never know 🤷
As a mexican I recommend paying with pesos, not dollars
Good to know.
oMystique I agree, you can get an exchange for pesos in the US before heading to Mexico. I also recommend having a separate CC
oMystique i was in Cancun nearly 2 years ago & I used peso & dollar found it a good balance
Loved the people & the culture
lol, in mexico you often pay with your life. hahahah truth hurts eh speedy gonzales?
I always take dollars and exchange them at one of the kiosks in La Isla (mall). They have the best rates that I've found. The catch is, you can only exchange $1500 USD per month in Mexico and it's tracked using your passport. Drug money and all.
We just came back from Mazatlan. I can tell you it is another great destination spot in Mexico. Great food and friendly people.❤
You look like the comic book guy from the Simpson's
Its comic book guy
Hahaha cold
But he lacks the sarcasm.
Lmfao
Lmfao
I went to Cancun this summer and I went on an airplane for the VERY FIRST TIME and that terrifying but safe flight was totally WORTH IT. Cancun is such a beautiful place and it’s a perfect place for a family to go to
My biggest fear was flying. I overcame in 2012. Most beautiful place I ever been. I love Cancun so much.
YOU ARE SO KNOWLEDGEABLE and interesting to listen to! Thanks so much for your videos... great tips! ☺️
+superholly thank you. Great travels to you!
Maestra Ms.Holly
Que gusto verla por aquí, estaba practicando mi listening comprehension.
Saludos
Saludos holly la maestra de ingles de Mexico
Are some sites walkable
As an EXTREME veteran of Cancun.... many, many years of visits to Cancun... 90% of what he says are great tips. What I take issue with??? He starts out talking about staying on the STINKY lagoon side of Cancun. REALLY??? If you are going to pay for a trip to Cancun, the LAST place that you want to stay is on the LAGOON side. if you're not on the ocean side, don't even bother with the trip!! The other thing is on tipping. It depends GREATLY on the hotel. There are some hotels that have NO position on tips. In that case, yeh, tip well. There are other all-inclusive hotels that make a big deal about tips being included in the cost. A little bit goes a LONG way with those employees. 15-20%???? Absolutely NOT!!! Those people will greatly appreciate the courtesy of a 5% tip.
Never never never go to a time share presentation. Never. I won’t explain why. Just don’t do it.
I just came back from Cancun, and we went to the time share presentation. My mom fell into that trap, and now we have 20 weeks of vacationing apparently, for a suspiciously low price..
Only stupid people buy time share
People who cant do math buy time shares.....
We went to one of those it was 3 hours of our day and there ended up being a fight between my dad and the sales manager after they said take a chill pill
We did one and we got a nice day trip with the money they gave us.
It took about two hours including breakfast.
They really don't like taking no for an answer but we put up with their bad attitudes and went on our way.
We were so lucky to be able to visit the Yucatán peninsula with a guide who knew the history of the Maya - going to Uxmal, Chichen and the tower at Tulum.
This vanished culture has left massive architectural structures. Please tip your local guides!
Which Tour your company did you used for the tour?
@@lemnatins1434 you don't need a tour for all of them, some are expensive and you don't get much you can't get online. I recommend 1 for Calakmul though.
The best sites in my opinion are Pelenque, Monte Alban, Calakmul and Uxmal. Chicken Itza is impressive but much busier, more expensive and less impressive after seeing everything else (still impressive though).
Kohunlich, whilst small, has some really impressive features and is near Calakmul.
Teotehuacan is another must see, but is just as busy as Chichen Itza.
Sounds like the excursion I went on in 2017 on my cruise.
I grew up travelling as my dad was military. Your videos are accurate as far as addressing the culture. I say that because I haven't been to all the places you have but many of as I see in your videos. I think the best thing tourist can do, especially US citizens, is to never act superior. The saying "When in Rome" applies. Accept their way as you are in their area. I think a rude tourist is one that expects communities to serve them and their wants because they are willing to spend a few dollars. Be humble and appreciative of your surroundings.
ATM tips: Definitely use the ATM for pesos but NEVER get USD. So, if offered to be charged in pesos, select yes. If you see CPC (cardholder preferred currency), do not accept. Also, do not accept any conversion rate. You may see "guaranteed conversion" or "lock in conversion" or DDC (dynamic conversion). Always select proceed without conversion. And please use a major bank ATM...not a stand alone with names like Cashzone, Cashpoint, MoneyBox, etc.
+Tosh T perfectly said Tosh. Of course ;)
+Wolters World Should reiterate, the above tips are for certain airport ATMs that are kind of complicated. If you use a national bank ATM, you simple insert card, enter PIN, you'll know it's automatically in pesos because the numbers are so large, select your amount, accept service charge between $33 to $40 MXN, decline the donation request...that's it! So easy. Better rates than exchange houses as well. 👍👍
+Skater21182 Agree. That's why I said to NEVER get USD from the ATM. 👍
+Skater21182 Ah yes. I've never tried to use USD when I travel and always stick to local currency. Interesting.
Dude, get pesos you will get ripped off if you use dollars
Everything you said is true and great to let people know before going there. My husband and I Love Cancun! It’s a great place to vacation!
Oh wow, You actually covered all the facts here. Im impresed, I live there and its actually like that
Where do you live thete? Which area?
At arrival at the airport, if you have already your transport sorted, do not say to time share people "no gracias", "no thank you", or "I have transport already". It's wrong. The best what you can say is nothing!!! If you make any contact with them they will not let you go. Don't say anything, don't even look at them, just ignore them, and keep going.
Sounds a lot like New York. I should feel right at home. Those poor tourists in Times Square don't stand a chance.
I made the timeshare mistake one time in my life... it was great learning experience. Never again am i going to waste a entire day of my hard paid vacation to listen to a car salesman try selling you garbage for hours and hours.
You are TOTALLY correct. I live in Cancun and it’s so annoying when I’m there because since I’m American I always get hassled to buy things. I tell everyone who visits me KEEP WALKING. Don’t worry about being rude just walk past them or look the other way even if they are in your face.
Yep, mistake i made and i read about it before.. smh
Been doing this for years and yes you are right!
i have been going to Mexico for almost 10yrs, EVERYTHING you said i could not AGREE with you more! Love Mexico and the history so much.
Loved your video so much. It was great...Big thanks!! We just booked an all inclusive resort for 2 weeks in early 2022. Can't wait and we are so excited.
Oh my god thankyou! I’ve been traveling to Mexico for years, and I actually live here in Cancun now, and I’m so happy that you had ideas that I agree with and 100% also can confirm all of these are accurate. Sometimes some of the “tips” I’ve seen are borderline not okay in terms of comments about safety, and tipping, and communicating with the locals here. Thankyou for sharing important info about my beautiful home!
What’s Cancun like in October?
Mexico is absolutely beautiful, there is so much pure unspoiled beauty. I'm am lucky enough to have family in Mexico that took me to the best places, going on vacation when your family are locals is the best. I stayed a month in Durango mostly in penon blanco. The desert in the summer is beautiful, little flowers everywhere and fireflies at night the smell of fresh tortillas cooking in the morning. The food is amazing everything is always fresh and in Durango my grandmother would cook in a clay oven with mesquite wood. Penion blanco is a little oasis in the dessert is also known for its natural thermal baths, I think it's called la concha. There's also a lot of walnut and fruit farms, the smell of walnut trees is amazing btw. The people are the friendliest and most generous I have ever met, I was walking with a cousin of mine one time and someone was having a wedding party and they just invited us in when we walked by, it was really fun. Also there are a lot of beautiful Spanish style houses with open areas in the middle of the house with beautiful gardens and colorful birds. I think it's a thing with senior citizens down there to collect flowers and birds. Mexico is amazing, too bad people only hear of the things in the news, it's so safe there after a day of swimming in the beautiful clear rivers full of pretty fish we caught to cook over a fire we would sleep outside under the stars. Well I guess it isn't that bad that people don't travel more of Mexico, all those resorts in Cancun are illegally tearing down the mangrove tree forests that keep the waters so beautiful. All these all inclusive resorts are messing up local economy as well since alot tourists don't leave the resorts, most of these resorts are U.S. owned. So not only are they messing up tourism and local businesses but also the environment.
eve cruz what part of Durango were you in my dude... right now I'm in the city but from Vicente Guerrero... I LOVE it over here it's sooo chill there is sooo much freedom
You should visit la constancia it's a chill place... The rivers run right in front of the houses n they got little bridges were the cars pass through.. it's really old school looking like.. they call it, La ciudad de agua
eve cruz that best places of Mexico never get shown wtf like Monterrey Cabo Queretaro La Paz Mazatlan Hermosillo Chihuahua etc those places are all modern with very beautiful people the cities are not crowded and it's very chill
There's a travel warning for la paz
the passport is it required
love this video!!! Thank you for your tips.
How about I give you my tip.
@@JR-xn6yu lmao
Hey June
I was there 30 years ago, and had a wonderful time, staying at a little hotel (built before the whole beachfront was hotels), and visited Chichen Itza, too. I left tips all the time, and thought it a wonderful vacation, acconpanying my friend from Grad Sachool who asked me along because
she was only going with her parents and wanted a companion from her class at school!
Your suggestions are excellent and not just for Cancun, but anywhere you travel in the world!
Dude you literally rock so much. I remember I went and watch one of your videos before traveling to Italy and you were so helpful. And then I couldn’t remember what your name was and I could never find you again and you just now showed up in my recommendations. Just in time for me to start planning my Cancun vacation I hope you know how helpful you are!
Don’t forget your sunblock> dudes standing there with a bright red burnt face LOLS
Well, that's how he knows!
Love this guy, lovely energy and lovely family..All the videos are lovely
Love this guy!
Great personality and just really likable with really really good advice.
Very helpful.
My Family and I just came back from CanCun, and all you say is absolutely true. Thanks for being so honest, sincere and truthfull. My very best wishes for all the people around the world when visiting CanCun. :-)
Beautiful family! Thanks for the info. Flying into Cancun with my wife and kids in a few days and this definitely eased the anxiety of traveling outside the country with them. Keep up the good work!
wow now that i been to Cancun i finally give some advice 😂
But this is really my personal advice because every family is different. But for my family a mistake i constantly see a lot is that, They try to do everything in a single day. So the entire day we are constantly moving, and eating and going to different locations over and over again. If u are staying in Cancun for 5 to 4 days then take one day off. A day where u just get to enjoy Cancun in your Hotel and sit back and relax. Go to your hotel’s pool or spa and relax. Give ur self time to breath. Idk i personally get overwhelmed by all the places we go to.
Also if ur not use to the hot weather in Cancun, Don’t use the public restrooms. Especially in summer 🤦🏿♂️ It will burn u alive 💀
Thank you so much for sharing this video, will be going in October, looking forward to enjoying my time there
Seeing your family traveling with you gives a truly special touch to your videos
Wolter I would like to thank you for your videos. The invaluable information you shared helped me many times. Keep up the good work! Thank you!
When I was at Puerto Vallarta we took Uber everywhere and it was awesome
Playa Forum and the waves there were amazing. Easy to reach also from the center by Bus R1 !
Thank u for these. We recently went last month and i have to say your videos helped us out tremendously. We followed all your do's and dont and had a great time. Especially the tipping! holy cow we had no idea how much of a difference it makes. Just a dollar or 2 tip they treat u like royalty, and the drinks are stronger, the service is better and the ppl are more attentive. So thanks for your videos!
+aesco510 way stronger drinks :) i found that out... the good way, until the next morning:) big travel hug to you
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Hi, did you tip in US Dollars or Pesos? Did you find you needed more Pesos or was US Dollars pretty much expected everywhere? Thanks
Thank you, it's very helpfull information so muchas gracias!
“Helpful”
Thank you so much for this video, it’s gonna help me and my daughter when we go!!
the grand, nizuc, and sun palace are amazing all-inclusive resorts, especially the grand
Love Cancun. We were there 2 years ago and enjoyed every bit of it. I have a new found respect to the Mexican people especially those we met at our hotel. They are very hardworking, friendly and super helpful. Can't wait to go back
Eas. Bbbbbb mmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmm kkkkkkyyyyyyyccccccccccczzzzz
Youre right!
asianinky Agree!! only difference is I have always respected ALL kinds of people.
asianinky How are the Mexican women?
When time comes. We will have vengeance.
I went last year and everything you said is true haha. A good tip for people going there and wanting more money for their dollar is to send their money through western union and pick it up there. You will get the best rate and don't have to worry about buying money over there. But definitely take some us dollars to tip your waiters, they will treat you like royalty. Can't wait to go back😊😊
Thanks Stephanie!
Stephanie Elizalde Western Union has crappy rates compared to newer services like Azimo.
Stephanie Elizalde Good idea but it's best just to a money exhange muy easier that way and quicker
Since that was the first time I was exchanging money over there and I didn't know what other options were there, so I went with that one. But next time i go I'll look for other options. Either way I didn't spend all the money I got for the exchange and brought some back home with me. Thank you all for the suggestions 😉
Thanks 😊 going to Cancun summer 2018! 💕
Awesome and informational video. Thanks! Subscribed!
HIghly recommend to not venture out of the tourist area. We went to a beach outside of the Cancun city limits and we got robbed by the cops.
Really? I have family who stays in the jungle, like a 4 hour drive from the tourist area. Never been harassed by the cops or any body, but then again I had locals w me.
@@mavinak479 Yep. It was in Isla Blanca where there building those hotels
A lot of corrupt police and cartels in Mexico but in areas like Cancun they understand what tourism does for that economy over there. Tourist spend a lot of money over there including on drugs. So they take care of the tourist over there but outside it’s totally different.
Ohhh...so just like in usa
Haha I was driving inside the hotel zone and still got "robbed" by the cops. He said I was speeding and asked me to pay cash otherwise he will impound my car LOL.
But I have also gone out of hotel zones multiple times to tourism sites, and most of times you are absolutely fine.
Great tips. I’ve been to Cancun many times and tell first timers all these things all the time. There is also confusion about the immigration and customs forms you usually fill out on the plane. DON'T lose the second half of your immigration form. You will need it to get out of Cancun. It will cost you if you need to replace it.
This is so true. No one told us and we didn't even know we had the form in our suitcase and at the airport they charged us to leave without it. Still ridiculous to have extra forms to leave. If it was a security issue they wouldn't let you leave so it is just another money grab.
How is the weather in June and July?
Also is it safe to drink the drinks you buy from a food truck? Not sure if they use tap water. What hotel did you stay?
That’s what happened to my moms friend hahaha
Great video, I've been Cancun 5 times now and we try to stay at a different resort every time. You were spot on in every tip. I like to stay closer to downtown (walking distance from shopping centers, restaurants, bars...) although when staying at a resort you really don't have to step out but Cancun has so many places to explore. A tip I would have for anyone staying at a resort is that as soon as you check in to your hotel walk to the nearest kiosk and make dinner reservations at the hotel's steak restaurants... especially if you stay at an all inclusive resort. You can make a reservation for the same restaurant twice or choose a different one for every day you stay there. Do it right away bc they fill up quick and you will miss out on great food while staying there. I usually take about $50 in single dollar bills for tipping, a couple of $5 bills... bring extra sunblock, and comfortable tennis shoes because you will end up walking around a lot.
Best priced resort for what you get?
I don't know how someone can be more likeable and authentic than this guy...
Great rundown of suggestions. As an expat, my Mexican friends feel that we expats over tip and this, in their estimation is not good. Nor do they feel that we should haggle for a better price. Personally I feel that in resort areas, I do ask if there is a better price as the prices are jacked up. My rule of thumb: if I like it I buy it at the priced asked. If it’s a common item like a ceramic mask, I keep looking until I’m comfortable with the price. On last point, I have been told that Pemex gas station attendants are not salaried....tip them. They will check your oil, inflate your tires, suggest additives, and clean your windshield without cost so giving them at least 10 - 20 pesos is nice. Be sure the gas pump is set to 000
I agree, I don’t haggle for items from the locals. They depend on this money and work hard for it.
Thank you for all the tips. This is all great to know! :)
Great Tips!! I tell everyone these things that want to visit an Island . Lovely family BTW!!! TFS
Great tips. We found many of the same examples traveling there in March! Thanks!
Very informative! I love Mexico! I visited last year and cant wait to go back!
Hi friend! I live in Cancun for 2 years and a half, you're very right with this advices, very helpful for travelers, thanks!
+ray0ray0 thanks :)
Arlo pro
I'm from the Philippines and I want to visit Cancun. Filipinas y Mejico es Amor. :)
let me know if you need any advise, I was just there two weeks ago, places to visit, Playa del Carmen, Playa Delfines, the ruins of Tulum and Chichen itza, Isla Mujeres, Cozumel and the Cenote IK KIL I have never seen anything like it.
Tomás M it didn't look like Siria Like some idiots said right???
I'v been to both countries, philippines and pinoys are cooler!
What? That their dog didn't get shot?
Omg really! I would like to go to Philippines ❤️
Glad you found a nice passion to follow in life. you seem to enjoy it and that's a good thing.
Hi! I'm new to your channel and just subscribed! I just watched your videos on New Orleans as I will be there in June! thanks for all your tips and info its such a great help for new travelers like myself!
Have a great time in New Orleans!
I stayed at the Palace too when we went for spring break! Anyways, in addition to the bands, people in he markets will spot you wearing them and will real you in by saying "Oh I work at the hotel your staying at! Come check out this stuff!"
We saw someone we did recognize (who worked at the hotel) when out and they told us to watch out for that.
Sooo true on the sun block!! I'm from san Diego... 30 min I. Cancun waters I got sick from the sunburn
If only I watched this before I arrived!!! This video is so informative and spot on!! Thank youuu
Such a helpful video... this just helped confirm my trip
Watched this nearly 2 years after being in Cancun & totally agree, I also used the public bus so funny & reliable
Did have reason to use a taxi on 2 occasions & felt I wasn’t ripped off so that was good also the drivers were very nice
Love and trust your research, fam, and tips! This is only place we’ve traveled from the US (aside from Peru which was true authentic hardcore globe trotter trip of a lifetime!) and you nail Cancun! Riviera Maya area I personally love more but yes GREAT vid!
Thanks Stacey. That means a lot! Cheers!
We are still in Cancun and are very thankful for this video and have applied your suggestions already
Great tips and straight to the point thank you! Keep up great work
I’ve been going to Cancun for the third consecutive year now and this is a great video! Saw you went to Valladolid! Love it there! Anyways great tips!
don't forget to visit ISLA MUJERES.
FLAKO LOCO what is that?
Vanessa Carrera
Go swim with WHALE SHARKS maybe?
FLAKO LOCO isla mujeres was amazing
I went once, an uncle used to work there at a store
FLAKO LOCO one of the best islands I’ve been too. Love Mia reef resort
soooo imformative! thank you always for your helpful tips!!
I went to cancun for 2 weeks and I basically had to lead my mom around cancun and i was about 11. Their special 7-up (i forget what flavor) was very delicious and we had a good trip experience!
It's really about common sense and respect. Be nice and curious. It will open a new world! The people in Cancun are wonderful and they love to help you! They helped me a lot. Strangers could just come up to me when they noticed that I had a problem and they didn't ask for money. They actually helped me save a lot of money. They told me about ferries that was almost for free (not for tourists but workers), talked with cab drivers about the price (it went from 50 pesos down to 30), helped in the grocery store so I could get the best fruit and vegetables. I rented an apartment and I told the landlord that I wanted to learn how to make an authentic guacamole. He knocked on my door the same day and showed me. It was absolutely amazing!
Pippi Eivor my sister travelled alone around Mexico and she said the same exact thing, locals are so nice and helpful, not everyone is there to scam people, actually the people that realised that she was a lone traveller were looking out for her a lot, she said she never felt in danger whatsoever
Werewolffy I’m trying to go next week do u know any great all inclusive hotel
@@HAIRHOLIC_1 I wouldn't recommend solo travel for women. Alot of sad stories I hear.
What is Ferries?
Thx for the advice I’m going to Cancun and tulum in nine days
Yes I just watched about 10 of your videos: THEY ARE all so helpful!!! mark is awesome
Very well done. Professional. I enjoyed the overview of the towns. Keep focusing on THAT.
Hi Mark, just discovered your channel and loving your take on things.
I have two young children as well so no more just heading somewhere and just doing it ...lots of muchos planning so that mum and dad can also enjoy some downtime.
If you haven't yet, please also add in some family-centric content.
I did do the Cancun trip and agree with everything ... except pineapple instead of grapefruit :-)
Keep up the good work.
R
I just love you!!!! You are one of my travel favorites... please keep making videos forever! LOL! 💕
+Tasha Henry thank you Tasha!! We will keep going as long as we can :)
Tasha Henry I love him too! ;) thanks for watching!!
Tasha right I just started watching him and now I am hooked.
I really enjoyed this video. Thanks for sharing!!!
Man this is one of the realist most helpful walkthrough for arriving in Cancun, setting that expectation right where it needs to be, along with bargaining, every single transaction, negotiate. Just do it!
Thank you
@woltersworld Love your videos, love your style, love your advices, love your do and your don'ts, love your family and love you! Absolutely the best travel channel on UA-cam :)
+Mockbaboy thank you so much!
Mockbaboy aren't you sweet!
Thanks for the advises. I got here from your Don'ts in Italy. I love Cancun. Probably the only thing I don't agreed with is carrying around dollars. You definably want to carry pesos because the exchange rate they give you is not accurate with the rate at the exchange houses. You end up paying lot more if you pay with dollars. They have exchange houses all over town.
If you plan on doing lots of tours, it would be better for you to rent a car. You will visit lot more places, at your own pase.
I highly recommend doing the water parks. Xcaret is amazing. Only comparable with the best of Disney World. Stay until the closing show. (We will visit Xplore and Xochimilco on our next trip.)
Have fun.
We are going to Cancun tomorrow , thanks for the tips 🙏
Thank you so much for sharing. This was very helpful.
I went to Cancún and Chichen Itza in February. The weather was awesome in Cancún. Chichen Itza has a different climate the sun is really intense on your skin, so don't forget to apply sunblock and take a hat or something that also covers your neck. Another thing, be careful with stuff you buy like decor, it breaks easily depending on what its made of, of course. The majority are made of cast (I think that's what it's called.)
I hope this helps.
Been going to Cancun, PDC and Cozumel at least 1x yearly since 2001 it's my favorite place! Another tip don't be afraid to take the public bus in Cancun and go to the local FD and buy one of their shirts it's a great souvenir and it's a good donation.
Going to Cancun in January 2019. What do you mean you mean by local FD?
@@doreenadair8848 fire department
so true, I take the bus everywhere! So much cheaper than a taxi
@@ThisBlondeLife I heard all the prices go up during March because it's spring break is that true?
@@busymeowser Im not sure since I avoid going during spring break. Lol but I would say no, a lot of locals take the buses so I can't imagine they would raise it since so many people depend on it. I would just ask the hotel clerk what the price is. And if the driver of the bus tries to charge you something different let them know you know how much it costs. As for other stuff costing more.. the nightclubs probably charge higher cover charges since they usually have special events going on. But again I can't say for sure since I havent been during that time.
Thanks for making this video! This is very helpful! :)
We had been to Cancun recently and had a great time. People at the resort were great and very helpful. It's a great place and we look for aed to visiting again.
I don't know about Cancun but here in Oaxaca I drink water from the tap, it's clean, when I went to London I drank the water from there got sick!!!!
Viva la Mexico. I love going down there. First time i stayed in Akumal, absolutely pristine, its MUCH more laid back and the beaches, Coral Reef, aqua marine life , jungle life is still thriving there. I've traveled to several places in the caribbean , but akumal is special and has so much to offer whether you just wanna kick back, or be adventurous and go on excursions and expeditions. lots of local cafes, great food, nice people, very safe. Another plus is Akumal, is only less than a 30 min ride from playa del carmen, which is a really fun place to go to at night especially, great night life, delicious food, beautiful girls, good stuff all around. I try to stay away from Cancun its not really my thing. Im really looking forward to going back, hopefully sooner than later. Great tips here, BTW. I agreed with all of them, especially the tipping bit, a little goes a long way there, it shows the people providing you a service that you appreciate it, and they will take better care of you when you do give them something. I work hospitality at my job, we also get tips, so i know just how it works.
How come your not talking about the murders going on now
Have been to Riviera Maya 3times and Cancún twice love the people the resort’s are beautiful and the beaches are amazing
Thanks so much for such great advice. I am from Cancún. I take all you say as a personal compliment. We are so proud and love this place so much. We don’t take this paradise for granted and it feels so much when someone else praises it. So thanks for that ❤
Ive got question about cancun
What is it? :)
Vivo en Cancún y no estoy en contra del trabajo de todos los que aqui hacemos. Pero tienes razon en todo. LOL. Que bueno que puedas informar a amigos y compatriotas para que se lleven la mejor experiencia de visitar este lugar
I'm going to Mexico cancun in June, really looking forward to it, I've watched all your videos on Mexico and a big thanks for all your information.
Wayne Donaghy see you there
June!? U might as well go to the sun.
Lud Wig 😂😂😂😂😂
did you survive? anyone murdered while you were visiting?
I love this video and your presentation. Well done brother
I'm going to have to try the grapefruit Fanta and Tequila for sure, thanks for the advice and suggestions ♡