Cancun

Destination

Main information.

You might think you know Cancun – 14 miles of pristine white beaches shaped like a number “7”, crystalline waters and sultry nights sipping on the perfect margarita, right? Well, you’re both right and wrong. If this is your idea of what Cancun is all about, read on. There’s so much more.

Cancun has the distinction of being the one Caribbean destination with the infrastructure, modern amenities (spruced up in 2006) and service philosophy to rival leisure destinations worldwide. Unlike many other parts of the Caribbean and Mexico, Cancun was built for tourism, and continues to meet the needs of its over 3.3 million annual visitors. Cancun delivers to travelers the best of many worlds: the Caribbean and Mexico; modern and ancient; action packed and laid back. Cancun is unequaled in its ability to offer cultural treasures, natural beauty, infinite activities and North American-style conveniences.

 

Location

The history of Cancun dates back to 1967 when the Mexican government, recognizing the importance of tourism to the country’s economic future, began a detailed search to pinpoint ideal sites for tourism development. Resting on the northeast corner of the Yucatan Peninsula in the state of Quintana Roo (keen-tah-nah-ROW), Cancun was a part of the ancient Mayan civilization and is still considered the gateway to El Mundo Maya (the Mayan World).

 

Attractions

Due to its near perfect weather, natural beauty and easy accessibility from North American gateways, Cancun emerged as the government’s top candidate. What was once a remote and tiny fishing village of just 12 families was cultivated into the ideal Mexican vacation spot. It capitalized on, without compromising, the region’s natural resources. You will find Cancun’s hospitality staff to be among the best-trained in the world at leading hotel brands represented in here—from the major names in affordable accommodations such as Best Western and Holiday Inn to the very best in luxury such as Ritz-Carlton to Hilton.

The landscape of Cancun encourages the growth of many exotic flowers, such as flamboyances (named for the dazzling orange-red splash they make lining sidewalks and plazas) and fascinating fauna, like the prehistoric-looking iguanas.

If you are a sports enthusiast, Cancun will not disappoint. It boasts great five golf courses, incredible coral reefs for snorkeling and scuba diving, sport-fishing and jungle tours. And if lying on a white-sand beach with the clear blue Caribbean lapping at your suntanned toes is what you long for, then Cancun delivers. Some of the most beautiful beaches in the world are in and around Cancún making it Latin American’s most important leisure destination.

Good To Know

Country
Mexico
Visa requirements
Not required for EU and US citizens
Languages spoken
Spanish
Currency used
Mexican peso
Area
470,000 km2

Hotels

Recommended by Arminas Travel
Rising majestically in the heart of Cancun’s entertainment district, the 602 all suite Fiesta Americana Grand Coral Beach Cancun Resort & Spa presents guests with all the class of a fine European hotel combined with the warm and gracious service that Fiesta Americana has made famous.
Grand Tourism
Beach hotel
All inclusive
Grand Hotel, Cancun is an irresistible oasis luring guests with enticing stretches of brilliant white sand, a wealth of amenities and services
Grand Tourism
Beach hotel
Recommended by Arminas Travel
NIZUC Resort & Spa features two secluded beaches— including one reserved exclusive for adults only, five main swimming pools, six world-class restaurants, a lavish spa by ESPA. For families, Winik´s Kids Club provides care and entertainment for children 4 to 12 years of age.
Grand Tourism
Beach hotel

Tours

Private circuit (8 days / 7 nights): Mexico City – Teotihuacan – Puebla – Veracruz – Palenque – Yaxchilan – Campeche – Uxmal – Merida – Chichen Itza - Ek Balam –Cancun
8 days
$0.00
Private circuit (4 days / 3 nights): Cancun – Chichen Itza – Merida – Uxmal – Celestun – Ek Balam – Valladolid - Cancun
4 days
$0.00
Mexico & Guatemala & Honduras. 13 days of extraordinary adventure
13 days
$3,970.00

Excursions

Chichen-Itza (chee-chehn eet-sah) in Maya, was a sacred city of the Itza and the name literally means: “Mouth of the well of the Itza”.