Cancun is known for its luxury resort-lined Hotel Zone that’s bordered by beautiful white sand beaches and aqua-blue water, but there’s more to see beyond that. In the downtown area of Cancun, there are more opportunities to explore and enjoy culture, authentic food, and local goods. So, if you want to experience more of Cancun, …
Downtown Cancun
Cancun is an extremely popular and busy vacation destination, so it isn’t always easy to get around, especially during the high seasons. A new bridge is being built, though, that will not only be the longest bridge in Mexico but will also make it easier for Cancun tourists to get to the Hotel Zone. Read …
When talking about Cancun, it’s likely that the iconic, sun-drenched Hotel Zone will be the first thing to come to travelers’ minds. Yet, for those seeking a unique and entirely distinct Cancun experience, the downtown area – the ‘real’ Cancun, if you will – holds a treasure trove of attractions waiting to be discovered, and …
The most popular area of Cancun for tourists is and always has been the Hotel Zone, but a surprising part of Cancun is also now growing popular with tourists. According to reports, the downtown area is increasingly becoming popular and has had 80 percent occupancy during certain periods of the summer months this year. So …
Most tourists who visit Cancun go with the intention of spending their time on its beautiful white sand beaches, enjoying the many water activities available, and maybe going beyond the city to explore ancient Mayan history. These are all excellent reasons to visit the much-loved Caribbean vacation destination, and all offer plenty of opportunities for …
Cancun residents mainly within the Chac-Mool and Felipe Carrillo Puerto avenues woke up to sewage water entering their property. This was the final act in a chain reaction which started with the heavy rains that have fallen over the city in the last few days. These were caused by what weather services for the federal …
Many Cancun visitors skip the restaurants of downtown Cancun, either relying on resort dining, or convenient Hotel Zone favorites. But you may be surprised at the quality of food on offer in Cancun’s main town. Quietly cultivating a scene all of its own, not only are there authentic Mexican restaurants where you can sample the …
The cancun hotel zone near the man made beach area is currently packed. Ever since the spring started, it has consistently seen occupancy rates of around 70%. This weekend many hotels are expected to be at or near full capacity. For hotels in Cancun’s downtown area though, the stats tell a different story. Over the …
Downtown Cancun is often bypassed by visitors in favor of the beaches and stunning resorts of the Zona Hotelera. But give downtown a chance and you’ll see there’s plenty going on to keep you entertained. Cancun is only 50 years old, and its downtown was built as a permanent residential area for locals. Because of this, it’s often assumed …