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High season in Cancun is just around the corner and travelers from all around the world, especially the U.S., are gearing up for a tropical vacation to escape winter.
That being said, there are certain things to consider when traveling during this busy tourism season.
In particular, there are 5 things travelers should avoid when planning to go to the popular tourist destination as Cancun approaches high season.
Waiting Too Long To Book Hotels
When the busy season arrives in Cancun, the best and the most affordable hotels are undoubtedly going to be the first ones to be booked.
This means that if you wait too long to book your hotel, you’re going to be stuck with what’s left.
And despite the fact that there are plenty of hotels and all-inclusives to choose from, you could end up paying significantly more or missing out on the top-rated resorts.
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Waiting Too Long To Book Flights
Flights are another thing that gets booked up fast during the busy Cancun travel season.
While you might still be able to find some sort of accommodation even if you wait too long, there are only so many flights to Cancun that will be convenient for you.
It’s best to book flights at least a few months before your travel date to get the best options and the best prices.
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Not Booking Excursions Ahead Of Time
Excursions are popular among tourists visiting Cancun during any time of the year, so when it’s high season, they fill up quickly.
Waiting until you arrive in Cancun to book things like visits to Mayan ruins, cenote tours, snorkeling, and boat tours might leave you with slim pickings.
The good news is all of these types of excursions can be booked ahead of time, and many offer a “reserve now, pay later” option, as well as free cancellation up to 24 hours before the excursion date.
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Not Pre-Booking Airport Transfers
The last thing you want to do when arriving in Cancun for your dream vacation is get stuck at the airport waiting to find transportation to your hotel.
This is especially true now that traveling by taxi or Uber can be such an inconvenience due to the issues between them.
Not only is it safer to book your transportation in advance over taking a taxi or Uber, but it will typically save you money, and it’s much more convenient to have your transportation waiting for you when you arrive.
Falling For Scams In The Shark Tank At The Airport
When you arrive at Cancun Airport there is no getting around going through the “shark tank.”
It is possible to avoid falling for scams while you’re passing through though.
You should avoid the salespeople here at all costs by just walking on through and telling them you’re not interested, especially during high season because they’re out in full force.
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What Is The Shark Tank?
The “shark tank” is an area of the airport that you have to walk through right before getting outside to meet your transport driver.
It’s filled with timeshare sales representatives who will pose as transportation providers just to try to get your attention and persuade you to attend a sales presentation.
These presentations can take hours, and the salespeople can be very aggressive.
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Visiting Cancun During High Season
Planning a vacation during Cancun’s high season requires a little more strategy.
While you don’t want to book a hotel, flight, transportation, and excursions until you know that you’re going to take your vacation, you don’t want to wait too long to decide.
Planning early is the best way to ensure that your trip to Cancun is the vacation of your dreams.
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