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Synopsis
Marvel at ancient Mayan architecture, discover the beauty of Cozumel's reefs, luxuriate at a seaside spa resort, visit breathtaking monuments at Chichén Itzá, or revel in Cancún's vibrant nightlife–
Fodor's Cancún, Cozumel, Yucatán Peninsula 2008 offers all these experiences and more! Our local writers have traveled throughout the country to find the best hotels, restaurants, attractions and activities to prepare you for a journey of stunning variety. Before you leave for your trip be sure to pack your Fodor's guide to ensure you don't miss a thing.
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Synopsis
Travelers can marvel at ancient Mayan architecture, discover the beauty of Cozumel's reefs, revel in Cancun's vibrant nightlife, and find the best hotels and restaurants, by using Fodors updated guide to this region in Mexico.
Table of Contents
Whats Where ............ 6
When to Go ............ 10
About this Book ............ 11
If You Like ............ 12
Great Itineraries ............ 14
On the Calendar ............ 17
Chapter 1: Cancún ............ 19
Welcome to Cancún ............ 20
Cancún Planner ............ 22
Exploring ............ 28
Beaches ............ 31
Where to Eat ............ 35
Where to Stay ............ 50
Nightlife ............ 74
Shopping ............ 80
Sports & Outdoor Activities ............ 84
Chapter 2: Isla Mujeres ............ 89
Welcome to Isla Mujeres ............ 90
Isla Mujeres Planner ............ 92
Exploring ............ 96
Beaches ............ 99
Where to Eat ............ 100
Where to Stay ............ 105
Nightlife ............ 111
Shopping ............ 112
Sports & Outdoor Activities ............ 114
Side Trip to Isla Contoy ............ 117
Chapter 3: Cozumel ............ 119
Welcome to Cozumel ............ 120
Cozumel Planner ............ 122
Exploring ............ 125
Beaches ............ 128
Where to Eat ............ 133
Where to Stay ............ 137
Nightlife ............ 145
Shopping ............ 147
Sports & Outdoor Activities ............ 156
Chapter 4: The Caribbean Coast ............ 159
Welcome to The Caribbean Coast ............ 160
The Caribbean Coast Planner ............ 162
The Riviera Maya ............ 163
Tulum ............ 201
Reserva de la Biosfera Sian Kaan ............ 211
The Costa Maya ............ 213
Chapter 5: Yucatán & Campeche States ............ 223
Welcome to Yucatán & Campeche States ............ 224
Yucatán & Campeche States Planner ............ 226
Mérida ............ 228
Uxmal & the Ruta Puuc ............ 256
The Mayan Interior ............ 266
Progreso & the North Coast ............ 279
Campeche ............ 289
Carretera 186 Into Campeche ............ 303
Travel Smart ............ 309
Getting Here & Around ............ 310
Essentials ............ 318
Index ............ 338
About Our Writers ............ 352
Cancún, Cozumel & The Yucatán Peninsula In Focus
Cozumel Diving & Snorkeling ............ 150
Ancient Architects: The Maya ............ 192
Chichén Itzá ............ 268
Maps
Yucatán Peninsula ............ 8—9
Cancun ............ 30
Where to Eat in Zona Hotelera ............ 38
Where to Eat & Stay in El Centro ............ 45
Where to Stay in Zona Hotelera ............ 55
Nightlife ............ 76
Isla Mujeres ............ 95
Where to Eat & Stay in Pueblo ............ 106
Cozumel ............ 126
Where to Eat & Stay in the Zonas Hoteleras ............ 138
Where to Eat & Stay in San Miguel ............ 143
Caribbean Coast ............ 164
Where to Eat & Stay in Playa del Carmen ............ 170
Tulum ............ 203
State of Yucatán ............ 229
Mérida ............ 234
Uxmal ............ 257
Campeche City ............ 293