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Avda. Kukulcan, km. 13,5. Lote 24, Q. Roo 77500
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www.barcelotucancunbeach.com
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Information about Mexico |
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| Mexico offers visitors the chance to explore its wealth of natural landscapes of rivers, lakes and freshwater lagoons, Mayan archaeological ruins and pyramids. Guests will also love its delicious gastronomic specialties and the friendliness of its people - all of this within 1,964,375 square kilometers of terrain. |
| Along its 11,122 kilometers of coastline, bathed by the Pacific Ocean and the Caribbean Sea, you'll find countless beaches and fabulous bays. Mexico also boasts numerous protected natural areas and 16 UNESCO World Heritage sites. This country, so rich in resources and with such a privileged location, offers a harmonious combination of nature and culture in an earthly paradise blessed with a delightfullly warm climate. | |
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Information about Cancún |
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| Cancun is an attractive city where visitors can enjoy more than 20 kilometers of beach on the coast of the Caribbean, whose thousand shades of blue grow deeper as they near the horizon. Cancun also boasts stunning coral reefs, breathtaking landscapes and the fascinating remains of Mayan culture. |
| Located to the north-east of the Yucatan Peninsula in the very heart of the Caribbean, Cancun offers endless opportunities for fun and entertainment thanks to its extensive leisure facilities including shopping malls, bars, restaurants, discotheques and golf courses. | |
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Visits & Places to See in the Area |
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 Xcaret. A natural park with a fabulous night-time Mexican folklore show and a traditional "pelota" game played by the Mayans. Boasting a multitude of natural species, it is a perfect location for lovers of nature and scuba-diving enthusiasts. |
| Xel-Ha. A beautiful natural eco-park crossed by rivers, offering a dolphin show as well as an archaeological site where a number of buildings and monuments and a Mayan road, or "sacbé", can be seen. |
| Aktunchen. A cave with an artificial lagoon known as a "cenote" forming part of an ecological reserve that is home to numerous animal species and large numbers of stalactites and stalagmites. |
| Playa del Carmen. A picturesque village with a wide range of bars, restaurants and shops selling local crafts and souvenirs. |
| Tulum. One of the most beautiful archaeological spots on the Mayan Riviera, combining the mysteries of ancient Mayan culture with the stunningly unique beauty of the Caribbean Sea. |
| Coba. Archaeological center close to Tulum, this was one of the Mayan cities of the classical period. | Sian Ka'an. An ecological reserve that is unique in the world for the diversity of biological species which inhabit it.
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Mexican Gastronomy |
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| Mexican gastronomy is one of the tastiest and most varied in the world. Tortas (flour tortilla wraps) form the basis of its cuisine, which features grilled meats with spicy sauces, salads, legumes and a wide variety of delicious fruits. |
| Octopus, calamari and shrimp, marinated in lemon, grilled, fried in bread-crumbs or served in sauce, as well as flavorful freshly-caught lobsters in the coastal regions, are other mouth-watering examples of the country's gastronomy. |
| Highlights of Mayan Riviera gastronomy include pork-based dishes such as "Cochinita Pibil" (baked marinated pork) and "Poc-chuc" (mixed grill), steamed tamales, "Tikin-xic" (fish marinated in anchiote and sour orange) and a wide variety of succulent shellfish. |
| These and other more international specialties can be found in the restaurants of the Mayan Riviera and on Fifth Avenue of Playa del Carmen. |
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Shopping in Cancún |
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| Cancun is an attractive city where visitors can enjoy more than 20 kilometers of beach on the coast of the Caribbean, whose thousand shades of blue grow deeper as they near the horizon. Cancun also boasts stunning coral reefs, breathtaking landscapes and the fascinating remains of Mayan culture. |
| There is a wide variety of Mexican crafts available in Cancun, including Mayan figures worked in earthenware and typical regional costumes, which can be found in regional markets such as Mercado 23, Mercado 28 and Cancun & Xacaret. A very popular product on the Yucatan Peninsula is "Xtabentún", a sweet liquor made from aniseed and honey. |
| There are a number of shopping malls in Cancun, including Plaza Caracol, Plaza Forum, Plaza La Isla and Plaza Kukulcan, all of which are open from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. |
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Fast Facts about Mexico |
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| Time Zone: UTC - 7. |
| Official Currency: The official currency is the Mexican Peso although US dollars are accepted in most parts of the country. 1 US$ = Approx. 10 Pesos. |
| Official Language: Spanish, although English is widely used. |
| Population: Approximately 87 million inhabitants. |
| Electricity: The electricity supply is 110 V. Plugs have 3 flat prongs. |
| Payment options: VISA and American Express credit cards are accepted in most establishments and travelers checks are also widely accepted. |
| Banking Hours: Monday to Saturday, from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. . |
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