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THINGS TO DO IN CANCUN » Top 10
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Aquaworld
A Cancun marina offering different water
attractions, such as scuba diving, snorkeling and fishing. Some of the
Cancun tours include things like dolphin shows, snorkeling,
parasailing, swimming with the dolphins, waverunners and dinner tours.
You'll also find information on
fishing tours. The deep sea fishing tours can be private or shared,
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Bird Watching on Isla Contoy
Learn all
about Isla Contoy and why you'll want to take a short excursion out
to this island. While there, participate in some bird watching, view the
wildlife and spend some time exploring the flora and fauna of the
island. You'll also want to check out the Island Museum, which is a
lighthouse with tons of artifacts and history of the island and
conservation efforts that are ongoing. | |
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Cancun Beaches
Cancun has beautiful beaches and no shortage
of them. This site offers
photos of various beaches and details on which ones will best suit
your needs as a tourist. You'll also find info on private beaches that
reside along hotels or all inclusive resorts. Some examples of beaches
you'll find info on include Cancun Palace, Le Blanc and Dos Playas.
You'll also find articles about beach cleanup and conservation efforts. | |
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Interactive Aquarium
If you love fish and sea creatures,
you'll want to spend some time at the Interactive Aquarium. Swim with
the dolphins or feed a shark. You'll visit 13 fish tanks holding over
27,800 gallons of water. The aquarium is home to sting rays, piranhas,
seahorses, jellyfish and coral. The aquarium also offers something
unique called
dolphin assisted therapy to help those with physical challenges have
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Isla Mujeres
While you're in Cancun, consider taking the
ferry and spending some time on Isla Mujeres. On this beautifully serene
island you'll find many
things to do, such as riding bikes, mopeds or golf carts around the
island. You'll also want to spend some time at the sea turtle farm. See
Isla Mujeres under the water by going diving or snorkeling and even
spend a little time shopping. | |
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Mayan Ruins
While in Cancun, be sure to visit some of the
Mayan ruins in the area, such as Chichen Itza, Coba and Tulum. Before
you go, visit the
Chronology page that details Mayan culture from the pre-classic
period (1500 BC to 250 AD) through the post classic period (900 to 1200
AD). You can also access a map of the
Mayan archeological ruins. | |
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Open Air Market
There is some great shopping and markets in
Cancun. Find out about the flea markets, open air markets and what types
of items are best to buy in these places, which can sometimes be tourist
traps. Get advice on how to haggle for the best price possible. You'll
also find information on tourist attractions
off the beaten path and what places are tourist traps and should be
avoided. | |
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Xcaret
An amazing eco-park in Cancun located right next to
the ocean. You'll find features such as a butterfly pavilion,
underground rivers and tons of water activities. Some of the
animals at Xcaret include butterflies, a bat cave, marine turtles,
flamingoes, monkeys and manatees. There are also some
amazingly entertaining shows, such as concerts, dances and an
equestrian show. | |
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Xel
Ha Ecopark
Xel Ha is a large natural water park. Xel Ha has
a rich and varied history tied into the legends of the Mayan gods. Learn
more about the many different land and water activities available at Xel
Ha. Want to know what all is going on in Xel Ha or what activities you
can participate in? Be sure to check out the
Xel Ha Ecopark blog for the latest information and insights about
this beautiful natural park. | |
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Zip Tour Through the Jungle
While you're in Cancun, you'll
want to get a glimpse of the jungle. Zip line tours combine adventure
and sight seeing. This outfit also offers ATV excursions. The tour
guides are highly experienced in their various areas. You can read more
on the
Meet Our Staff page, where you'll get short bios of the drivers, the
extreme guides and even the managers who put it all together. | |
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