Resorts in Mexico - where is the best place to fly? Mexico

Visiting a country of picturesque natural landscapes, popular soap operas and tequila has become a dream for many. In the homeland of the Aztecs there is something to see and where to have a good time - the resorts of Mexico on the Caribbean Sea and the Pacific coast are very popular.

Resort towns of the Caribbean on the map

This modern resort with well developed infrastructure. There are a large number of hotels, bars and restaurants there. Cancun is surrounded by several national parks.

The locals are especially admired beaches. They are covered with white sand and are federal property. Entrance to the beaches is free. They are equipped with sun loungers, hammocks and sun loungers. The strip of beaches is conventionally divided into:

• safe(no waves);
• extreme(with waves).

The absence of waves on the beaches is explained by the fact that there is an island in their path Isla Mujeres.

The length of safe beaches is 10 km, and there are no undercurrents in these places.

The Cancun coastline is great for families with children. Among best safe beaches:

1. Pearl. This is the cleanest beach in Cancun. It is equipped with everything you need and is located on the 2nd km of the Hotel Zone. On the beach there are cafes, restaurants and a relaxation area in the shade;
2. lobster. The most visited and well-equipped beach of the resort. Located on the 5th km of Kukulkan Boulevard;
3. Linda. Popular with outdoor enthusiasts. Located next to the El Embarcadero entertainment center and the Folk Art Museum;
4. Turtle. The sea near this beach is turquoise. There is an indoor flea market on the beach.

The flight time from Moscow to Cancun on a direct flight is 13 hours. Near the resort is located one of the centers of Mayan civilization - Tulum. You can swim in the depths with dolphins and see the beauty of the underwater world at Shel-Ha National Park.

Island of Women

This place is located opposite the Cancun resort. The island is 8 km long and 700 meters wide. The main attraction of the resort is Cancun Underwater Museum. The island got its name because of the large number of statues of goddesses that were once located on it.

In the north of the island there are sandy beaches, and in the south there is a rocky, steep coast. You can get to the island by ferries, which depart from different piers and beaches from 1 to 9 km of Cancun.

All restaurants, shops and hotels on the island are located on the street, which is the only one at the resort.

Riviera Maya

From Cancun to Tulum along the Caribbean Sea stretches hundred-kilometer coastal strip, which was called the Riviera Maya. Along its entire length there are resorts that are very popular among European tourists. The most visited of them:

The best resorts on the Pacific Coast: where is the best place to relax?

The country's Pacific resorts represent its West Coast. Its length is several thousand kilometers. Many of the best resorts located in this part of Mexico are well known to Russians from numerous TV series that were popular in the 2000s.

Acapulco

Before the development of Cancun as a resort, Acapulco was considered tourist capital countries. This vacation spot is loved by politicians, stars of show business, cinema and theater. Here you can rent a luxury villa or apartment overlooking the ocean for your holiday.

Translated, the name of the resort means "a place where large reeds grow".

Extreme lovers entertain themselves in Acapulco with diving rocks of La Quebrada. Tourists interested in history will discover Fortress San Diego at the resort. It was built in the city in 1616. The city has many clubs, restaurants, a water park and a gorgeous botanical park.

Mazatlan

One of largest ports on the Pacific Ocean. The resort is actively developing and should soon become the best in Mexico. More than 400 thousand people live in the city, whose main source of income is tourism.

The longest beaches in the country are located here. The beach is popular among surfers Playa Otas Altas. It is called the high wave beach.

The largest number of bars and restaurants can be found in the area of ​​the beaches of Kamenny Island.

Near Mazatlan there is a natural park called Crested Jay Sanctuary.

Huatulco

This resort area has 9 bays and 42 sandy beaches, most of these beaches are wild. They are all very clean.

This place is popular among locals and Canadians. Most flights from foreign countries arrive here from Vancouver.

The resort is considered the most quiet and sunny place in Mexico. The city is located surrounded by amazingly picturesque hills and rocks. Cruise ships visit its shores, and the most delicious mojito in the country is prepared here.

The main feature of local hotels is fish restaurants. In order to stay at the Huatulco Hotel, you need to book rooms in advance.

You can do this using this search form. Enter city ​​name, check-in and check-out dates, and number of guests.

Los Cabos

The resort is famous for its white sandy beaches, pristine desert and rocky cliffs. There are 20 magnificent beaches on the coast. One of them, Palmia beach, is especially popular among photographers.

The most famous beach in Los Cabos - Chileno. Next to it there is an amazingly beautiful reef. The beach is well equipped and has a well-developed infrastructure.

From June to December, turtles swim to the beaches of Los Cabos. They lay eggs in the sand and hatch their offspring.

Cabo San Lucas

The resort is considered the best on the peninsula. The water in the bays of Cabo San Lucas has amazing azure color. The city itself is like an American enclave in the country. Almost 90 foreign tourists arrive at the resort from English-speaking countries.

This is a modern resort with well-developed infrastructure. On its coast you can not only sunbathe, but also surf, sport fishing and diving.

Beach holiday in Mexico

According to existing legislation in Mexico, all beaches in the country belong to the state or hotels. Almost all of them are protected by reefs and are divided into three zones: Gulf Coast, Pacific Ocean and Caribbean Sea.

The best beaches - photos

All beaches are located in picturesque lagoons and bays. Some of them are completely protected from waves. Some of the best beaches in the country include:

Also among the best are the above-described snow-white Kanuna beaches. All of them are protected from waves and are perfect for families with children.

Nudist recreation areas

Finding a secluded beach in Mexico is not difficult. The best of them is the hotel beach Hidden Beach Resort. This is not just a beach, but a luxury nudist resort located an hour's drive from Cancun airport.

Initially, the Hidden Beach Resort Au Naturel Club 5* hotel was built as a place for intimate relaxation.

Hidden Beach is a member nudist recreation associations. Throughout the resort you can walk in costumes of Adam and Eve.

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Good day everyone!
We are planning a vacation in Mexico in October-November. I just started exploring the country. Please tell me which coast is better to choose for a beach holiday: the Pacific or the Caribbean Sea and why? Priority: clean, very warm sea and long white beaches with palm trees. I would also be grateful for advice on hotels. We love hotels with large green areas away from civilization. I'm currently looking at the Playa del Carmen resort.
I plan to organize the trip myself, so information on cheap tickets will be useful.

clean, very warm sea and long white beaches with palm trees.

Definitely Caribbean.

I'm currently looking at the Playa del Carmen resort.

The resort is Riviera Maya, and Playa del Carmen is a town, its tourist center.
The best hotels that meet your requirements - Barceló complex (1 deluxe, 2 fives, 2 fours)

The resort is Riviera Maya, and Playa del Carmen is a town, its tourist center.

Understood. Thank you. So I’ll watch Reviera Maya.

The best hotels that meet your requirements - Barceló complex (1 deluxe, 2 fives, 2 fours)

Yes, I already had a vacation in the Dominican Republic at the Barcelo complex. Not bad. What can you say about IBEROSTAR? How do they compare to Barcelo?

What can you say about IBEROSTAR? How do they compare to Barcelo?

I can’t compare, I haven’t been to Barceló, I liked everything in Iberostar, the service, the food, the beach. For a week we moved to Secrets Maroma Beach, also a great hotel, according to the administration, the beach of this hotel is one of the 10 best beaches in the world (they may be lying, but the beach is excellent) ,service and food are also excellent.

Iberostar is a good system of hotels, but according to reviews from vacationers, there are constant waves in the sea. In Barcelo, there is a reef and the sea is calm. Otherwise, I would be happy to go to another hotel, and not to Barcelo, provided the sea is calm. Where else is there no wave problem?

How could it be...
In Ibero there are, of course, waves, but in general they don’t interfere with swimming. The only thing is that you need to swim behind the buoys away from the reef blocks, which are precisely located within these buoys :) If you are unsure on your part, it may work :)
One day the sea was generally smooth, one day the waves were quite high (although I still swam, having sailed further away). The rest of the days are like that, mid-to-half. Either swell or gentle, not very high waves.
Time sample 21 days.

Mary_R, the Barcelo complex is located on the Riviera Maya. The sea during the holiday was calm, there were no waves at all. Of the entire complex, the best hotel is the Palace.
Why would you want to change hotels? Why go to one? The only drawback of the complex, in my opinion, is the themed restaurants. There were no questions about the buffet restaurants. They are wonderful.

Please advise which coast to choose for your holiday: Cancun or Riviera Maya? I looked at the following hotels:
In Cancun - RIU PALAS LAS AMERICAS, CANCUN PALACE, GRAN MELIA CANCUN, IBEROSTAR CANCUN
Riviera Maya - GRAND SUNSET PRINCESS, BARCELO MAYA PALACE Deluxe (judging by the photographs there is a poor entrance to the sea and a lot of algae), GRAND RIVIERA PRINCESS. You need a good beach (white sand, a sufficient number of sun loungers) and a clean sea (no stones, bags, minimum algae). In Cancun they write that the sea is cloudy... Is that true? Criteria when choosing a hotel: comfortable rooms, large hotel area, entertainment programs on site. The travel period is the second half of April.

The largest state in Latin America considers tourism one of the most important components of its economy. The reason for this is not only the historical sights and ancient archaeological sites, but also the seas of Mexico, where tens of thousands of travelers from all over the world become a little happier every year.

Geographical details

The country of tequila and ancient pyramids is located between two oceans, and therefore, when asked what seas are in Mexico, the most correct answer is oceans. The western Mexican coast is dominated by the waves of the Pacific Ocean and its Gulf of California, while the eastern coast is dominated by the Atlantic with its representative, the Gulf of Mexico. But everyone who has been here knows what kind of sea washes the shores of the famous resort of Cancun. It is the turquoise blue of the Caribbean waves that is captured in memorable photos in thousands of albums and is often dreamed of by their owners at night in slushy autumn and frosty winter.

One hundred shades of turquoise

The Caribbean Sea belongs to the Atlantic basin, but through the artificially created Panama Canal it also has access to the Pacific Ocean. The sea area is more than 2.7 million square meters. km, and the temperature of its water at numerous resorts reaches about +28 degrees in summer and almost +25 in winter. The Caribbean Sea is home to numerous representatives of the local fauna, and the fish in its waters alone are represented by no less than 450 species. Live here:

• Sharks, including tiger and Caribbean reef sharks.
• Surgeon fish and angel fish.
• Butterfly fish and parrot fish.
• 90 species of mammals, including dolphins, sperm whales and humpback whales.
• Turtles are olive, leatherback and green.
• The types of fish that form the basis of industrial fishing are sardines and tuna.

And yet, the main significance of the Caribbean Sea off the coast of Mexico is the opportunity for a comfortable beach holiday.

Quiet and largest

The western coast of Mexico is dominated by the largest ocean on the planet - the Pacific. Its surface area is almost 180 million sq. km, and its lowest point is located at a depth of almost 11 km. It is in the Pacific Ocean that the date line passes.
On the Pacific coast of Mexico there is the famous resort of Acapulco, which is considered the most suitable for a noisy youth holiday. This city was once a favorite entertainment spot for movie stars and millionaires. The bay on which Acapulco sits is one of the five most beautiful in the world due to its magnificent sunsets, and the resort's nightclubs and restaurants attract fans of an active evening life to this Mexican coast.

Geography of Mexico
Mexico photographed from space
    Our house Casa Manana is a spacious two-story villa, located actually on the beach. Coming down from the veranda, you immediately find yourself on warm snow-white sand. And, despite the fact that the house is surrounded by hotels, the beach near the house is quiet and not crowded. Mostly, vacationers walk along the beach of the Mayan Riviera, which stretches for many kilometers from Cancun to Tulum. There were very few swimmers at all, although the water temperature reached 27 degrees. Either everyone was scared by rumors about sharks, or there was too much grass brought from the reef, but vacationers preferred walking rather than water procedures.
    All around Mexico the sea or ocean is a welcome opportunity for lazy relaxation and complete unity with the local unhurried rhythm of life. But there are enough places where you can spend time and also touch the history of the ancient Mayan civilization. These include various natural and adventure parks, as well as an amazing underground world of caves, lakes and rivers. There are quite a few ancient Mayan cities in the area, the largest known being Chichen Itza, Tulum and Coba. All are located within a two-hour drive from Cancun.
    We diversified our lazy holiday with a trip to Xcaret Park, as well as a trip to Chichen Itza.
    Xcaret is a natural park that has everything to fully enjoy the local flora and fauna. There is an aquarium, which presents the life of the reef, a piece of the tropics with butterflies, and underground rivers through which you can swim by renting equipment (vest, fins and mask). Among the local representatives of the animal world in the park you can see pumas, jaguars, manatees, crocodiles, and various tropical birds.
The coastline of the bay is indented. Due to the predominantly low coastlines, the coastline is often reshaped by hurricanes. There are many wetlands in low-lying coastal areas.
The bottom near the coast is sandy, pebble-sandy, with depth - silty-sandy, silty and clayey.
The shelf zone of the northwestern part of the bay contains rich oil and gas fields, the development of which has repeatedly led to environmental disasters associated with the pollution of the waters of the bay with spilled oil.
However, the ecology of many areas of the World Ocean is under the pressure of intense pollution from traces and waste of human activity, and no Osmo aquafilters will save the living world from destruction if we do not realize the harm and danger of our actions.
The flora and fauna of the Gulf of Mexico, as befits a warm-water body of water, is very rich and diverse. In the shallow coastal waters, zooplankton is rapidly developing, which is the basis of the food chain of the local fauna. Conditions for the flourishing of microorganisms are created by well-warmed coastal waters and the richness of the water in microelements washed off from low-lying areas of land. Further, in open waters, there is much less zooplankton; the population density of life is also lower here.
Macroalgae are represented by Thalassia tortoiseshell, Cymodoceaceae and some other species.
Bottom life is richly represented by numerous mollusks, incl. cephalopods, shellfish, as well as echinoderms (starfish, urchins), crustaceans (spiny lobsters, crabs, hermit crabs, shrimp and small crustaceans of various types). Lots of sea worms, snakes and other invertebrate aquatic animals.
Among the mammals of the Gulf of Mexico, several species of dolphins can be noted. Occasionally, humpback whales and sperm whales swim here.
Fish in the Gulf of Mexico are represented by a large number of species. Small fish come to feast on the numerous plankton, as well as the main commercial object of the bay - a fish of the herring family - medchen. This is a small herring (up to 50 cm), forming huge schools in surface waters. There is a lot of American sardinella and sardinella alasha here.
Other predatory fish are busy hunting for herring - bluefish, swordfish, marlin, sharks. Large fish also hunt for tuna and pine nuts. Among the bottom fish, one can note yellowtail and black-backed flounder, gray croakers (relatives of the Black Sea croakers). Near the mouth of the Mississippi there are many fish that are not afraid of desalination of water - tarpon, those same croakers and even gray bull sharks. These predators were found in the river bed far from the mouth.
The main fisheries are medchen, tuna, oysters, and lobsters. In some places, sharks are intensively hunted, especially some species of gray ones (soup, silky, etc.). The tender, fatty meat of these boneless fish and, especially, the fins are prized.
Sea turtles, which were previously numerous in the waters of the bay, are becoming increasingly rare these days. However, here you can still find species such as green, loggerhead, and hawksbill.
Sport fishing is carried out for blue marlin, swordfish, and sharks.
There are also accidents involving large sharks attacking swimmers. Thus, in February 2011, a shark bit a tourist from Canada on the beach in Cancun (Mexico). Fortunately, the woman survived.
At the same resort in March 2011, our compatriot also suffered from shark teeth. The shark’s teeth left a laceration on her leg, but the Russian woman’s life is not in danger (more about these cases here).
Most incidents with sharks occur due to vacationers not observing basic precautions when swimming in the sea or ocean.

Travel packages and tours

about country

– the embodiment of an ideal tourist destination: the country not only meets the most optimistic expectations of travelers, but also amazes with unexpected discoveries. The country, whose history dates back three thousand years, boasts an amazing cultural and spiritual heritage. Ancient cities of powerful civilizations (Aztecs, Olmecs and Mayans), a vibrant, distinctive culture that unites the traditions of numerous regions of the country, colonial treasures, magnificent beaches that are among the best beaches in the world, lush tropical nature, original, internationally popular cuisine turn Mexico into a dream. any tourist.

Tequila, cheerful Mexicans in sombreros, human-sized cacti are just the tip of the iceberg that hides the real riches of the country: living Indian cultures, unique architectural monuments, natural wonders and a special atmosphere filled with ancient magic. Take part in a pagan mass, learn one of the beautiful Indian legends, climb to the top of the pyramid, see with your own eyes the new wonder of the world Chichen Itza, dive into the underwater world of the second largest barrier reef in the world, stroll through the most crowded city on the planet Mexico City - to explore Mexico it will take more than one trip.

It has truly unique opportunities for all types of tourism. Among the most popular entertainment: historical excursions, beach holidays, diving (Cozumel Island, Marietas Islands near Puerto Vallarta); caving diving, swimming in a cenote, rappelling into caves (Yucatan Peninsula); mystical purification ceremonies in Mayan traditions; ecotourism (boat trips in the mangroves of the Riviera Maya, Xcaret Ecopark, hiking in the Sierra Madre Mountains, etc.), folklore evenings, visits to tequila factories, nightclubs in Cancun, Acapulco and many others.

(United Mexican States) is a state in the south of North America, washed by the Pacific and Atlantic oceans. Mexico is a federal republic consisting of 31 states and the Federal Capital District.

Square- 1958.2 thousand km2.
Population- 89.95 million people, mostly Mexicans.
Official language- Spanish.
Religion- mainly Catholicism.
Head of State and Government- the president.
Legislature- bicameral parliament (Senate and Chamber of Deputies).
Capital- Mexico City.
Currency unit- Mexican peso.

Time: It is 9 hours behind Moscow. From the first Sunday in April to October - summer time.

Subtropical in the north, tropical in the south. The average annual air temperature in resort areas and in areas located no higher than 1700 meters above sea level is +25° C. At resorts, the air temperature ranges from +22° C to +35° C throughout the year. In Mexico City and in the mountainous regions of the country during the winter months, daytime temperatures can drop to +16° C. It should also be borne in mind that the difference between night and day temperatures in some regions of Mexico can be 20°. The rainy season lasts from June to September; The increased precipitation is most felt along the Gulf Coast.

Nature and geography

Occupying an area of ​​almost 2 million square meters. km, Mexico is shaped like a loop, stretching from northwest to southeast, narrowing closer to the Tehuantepec Isthmus and expanding again in the Yucatan. In the west and south, Mexico is washed by the Pacific Ocean. The California Peninsula and the mainland are separated by the Gulf of California. The eastern coast of Mexico is washed by the waters of the Gulf of Mexico, and the eastern coast of Yucatan extends into the Caribbean Sea. The country's land borders separate it from the United States in the north and from Guatemala and Belize in the southeast.

Mexico is a mountainous country. Two mountain ranges in the north and south of the country frame a group of broad plateaus in central Mexico known as the Altiplano Central. In the south, the Sierra Madre del Sur mountains stretch across the states of Guerrero and Oaxaca to the Isthmus of Tehuantepec. From the isthmus, a narrow line of lowlands runs along the Pacific coast to Guatemala. Beyond these lowlands are the Chiapas highlands, which transition into hot tropical rainforests that also extend into Guatemala. The plains and lowlands of the Yucatan Peninsula are covered with tropical savannas.

Mexico's geographical location has countless natural and plant areas, and the mountainous nature of the landscape contributes to the creation of microclimatic zones. Despite the potential for great ecological diversity, the impact of human activity is felt here. Before the Spanish conquest, almost 2/3 of the country was covered with forests. Today, forests remain only on 1/5 of Mexico's territory, mainly in the east and south. Increasingly expanding livestock grazing areas are forcing wild animals such as cougars, deer and coyotes to seek refuge in isolated habitats. However, armadillos, hares and snakes are very common, and in the tropical forests of the south and east live howler monkeys and spider monkeys, jaguars, ocelots, tapirs, anteaters, wild pigs, deer, parrots, toucans, and some tropical reptiles like the boa constrictor, although all these forest dwellers are oppressed.

The climate in Mexico varies according to the topography of the area, namely, it is hot and humid on both coasts of the country, but inland areas, such as Guadalajara or Mexico City, the climate is drier and more temperate. The hot and humid season lasts from May to October, with the hottest and wettest months being from June to September. Low-lying coastal areas receive more rainwater than inland areas. The coolest time of the year lasts from December to February. It is during this period that cold northern winds blow, sometimes causing the air temperature to drop below zero.

If you want to be alone with nature, then you are on the right track. Mexico is an incomparable mosaic of ecosystems: after all, we are talking about a country that ranks fourth in the world in terms of biological diversity. Mexico has 58 national parks and biosphere reserves, in addition to many beautiful natural areas:

• If you want to see whales, take a trip to Mar de Cortez - that's what Mexico calls the Gulf of California. From Guamas (Sonora) to La Paz (Baja California) there are hundreds of islands where seabirds nest.
• For a different experience, take the train from Los Mochis to Chihuahua and stop in the towns of Bauchivo, Divisadero and Creel to explore Barrancas del Cobre (Copper Gorge), Urique and Batopilas. Copper Gorge is four times longer and one and a half times deeper than the famous Colorado Canyon.
• The large central plateau contains some of the continent's highest peaks. The Popocatepetl volcano always attracts mountain and adventure lovers. The ascent can begin in the village of Tlamacas.
• Every winter, tens of millions of royal butterflies fly to Mexico to escape the northern cold. Visits to only one of their reserves, located in the vicinity of Zitacuaro (Michoacan state), are allowed.
• Seven of the world's eight species of sea turtles choose Mexican beaches to lay their eggs. Observing this is a privilege that nature grants only to those who know how to respect it. To visit these reserves, permission from the Ministry of Fisheries or accompanied by professional guides is required.
• Southern Mexico is the largest area of ​​tropical forest north of the Amazon. There you can visit the biosphere reserve in Montes Azules (Blue Mountains), get acquainted with the surroundings of the city of Tenosique (Tabasco state) or Palenque. Don't miss the opportunity to go to the Lagoons of Montebello or take a boat tour from the archaeological zone of Chiapa de Corzo to the Sumidero Gorge (Chiapas state). The El Triunfo Biosphere Reserve, located near the city of Escuintla (Chiapas state), is not at all similar to these cloud forests. This is one of the few places where you can see the quetzal bird - the most beautiful bird in the world.
• The entire Yucatan Peninsula is a true miracle of nature. Tropical forests and grasslands border the Caribbean Sea and are home to the world's second largest coral reef. All these ecosystems are located in the Sian Ka'an Biosphere Reserve (Quintana Roo state), south of Tulum.

Many of the above-mentioned places are under state protection, and in order to preserve their integrity, access to them may be limited. Before you travel, check with the tourism office in your respective state capital.

Helpful information

Holidays and non-working days:
September 16 (Independence Day (1810), November 1-2 (All Souls' Day), December 12 (Day of Our Lady of Guadalupe), December 25 (Christmas). In addition to these holidays, the country celebrates Holy Week (March or April) Carnival is very popular and takes place in March or February.

Climate:
Subtropical in the north, tropical in the south. The Mexican Highlands area is usually cooler than the coast, where the air temperature does not drop below +20 C even in winter. Northern Mexico experiences little snow in winter. At resorts (Acapulco) the temperature ranges from +22 C (winter) to +35 C (summer). Typically, a distinction is made between dry and wet seasons, which are formed under the influence of tropical cyclones that bring heavy rainfall and sometimes reach destructive power. The rainy season occurs from June to September and is especially pronounced on the Gulf Coast.

Language:
The official language is Spanish (Mexico is the largest Spanish-speaking country in the world). In addition, local ethnic groups speak their native languages ​​(Nahuatl, Mayan, Otomi, Zapoteca, etc.). English is widely spoken.

Currency:

The monetary unit is the Mexican Peso. There are banknotes in denominations of 100, 50, 20 and 10 pesos and coins of 50, 20, 10 and 5 centavos (cents). 1 peso = 100 centavos (cents). The import of foreign currency is not limited (declaration is required), national currency - no more than 5 thousand pesos. The export of imported foreign currency is allowed, national currency - no more than 5 thousand pesos.

Currency exchange:
Banks are open from 9.00 to 17.00 on weekdays and from 9.00 to 14.00 on Saturday. Banks are closed on Sunday. Currency can also be exchanged in large hotels, airports, and currency exchange offices.

What to take with you:
Sunscreen, warm clothes (if the tour program includes visiting mountainous areas), comfortable clothes and shoes for visiting archaeological sites, swimsuit. You can buy a sun hat in Mexico itself.

Purchases
Tequila (the most famous brands are “Jose Cuervo”, “Sauza”, etc.). Taxco is famous for its original high-quality silver jewelry, wicker baskets and painted wooden animal figurines, San Cristobal de las Casas for its hand-woven items and embroidered shirts, Morelia for its sweets, Guadalajara for its handmade Huichol souvenirs, Zacatecas for its with woven bedspreads and cactus sweets, Merida with blouses, jewelry, hammocks of all colors and sizes.

Customs regulations:
Import prohibited: fruits, vegetables, plants, cuttings and seeds of plants, flowers; medications that the passenger does not use; psychotropic substances; pornographic publications. The export of: archaeological valuables, antiques, rare animals and birds, their skins and stuffed animals, national currency over 10 thousand US dollars is prohibited. Duty-free import: personal items (clothing, toiletries, etc.), cigarettes - up to 200 pcs. (or up to 50 cigars, or up to 250 grams of tobacco), alcoholic beverages - up to 3 liters, household appliances, photo, audio, radio and video equipment, sports equipment, 1 item per person, souvenirs and gifts, the cost of which does not exceed 300 US dollars. When leaving Mexico - $18 per passenger, excluding children under 2 years of age and transit passengers.

Electricity:
Mains voltage is 110/127 volts.

Connection:
International calls are extremely expensive due to the high tax rate of 49%. It is recommended to use telephone service if your correspondent can pay, even then a high service tax will be added to his bill.

The shops:
Shops are open from 10.00. until 22.00. Break for the traditional "siesta" from 14.00. until 16.00. Payment by credit cards is possible. VAT (IVA) in Mexico is 15%. By law it must be included in the price, but in some expensive hotels prices are quoted excluding tax.

National cuisine, drinks:
Mexican cuisine is famous for its culinary traditions all over the world. You may find some dishes a little spicy at first, but you will still appreciate their taste. As a rule, national dishes are not complete without at least one of three typical components: tortillas (corn tortillas), beans and hot chili peppers.

The appetizers are genius, just like everything simple. Actually, most popular snacks - nachos, quesadillas, tacos, tostados, chimichangas - are the same unleavened corn tortillas (not only from corn, but also from wheat “imported” by the Spaniards) with fillings from corn, beans, peppers, cheeses, meats minced meat with tomatoes, for example, picadillo.

Stews with seafood, legumes, and spices are common. Salt, chili and tortillas must be on the table. Hot dishes are prepared from several types of meat; goulash olla podrida, fried beef ribbons with a bean side dish, carne asado, and even the famous chili con carne, the preparation of which is held in real championships, are popular. Again, hot flatbreads with fillings: reminiscent of our dumplings or empanadas, which were once a simple omelette, and then turned into a kind of enchiladas rolls, thick, like packs on the back of a donkey, burritos. Well, for lovers of antiquity - aromatic tamales, steamed pieces of corn dough, wrapped in a leaf of corn on the cob and topped with a sauce of your choice.

The most famous Mexican dessert is the sweet royal bread Rosca de Reyes, the center of which is filled with dried fruit, and a doll is placed inside, symbolizing the Christ Child and the onset of the fiesta.

Tips: It is customary to leave it in restaurants, bars, porters, taxi drivers, etc. - 10% of the total bill.

Safety: The hotel area is a calm and reliable part of the city, but the usual precautions, as in any foreign city, will not be superfluous.

Health: Most hotels, especially high-end ones, have purified and potable water, but it is still recommended to drink drinking water in commercially bottled plastic bottles, which are sold in all grocery stores and bars.

Emergency numbers: Police, ambulance, fire brigade and other emergencies - 06.

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