Friday, April 24, 2009

Cancun, a Gay Travel Guide and Tips

By Ricardo d Argence

If you are going to Cancun on vacation, you are definitely going to enjoy it. Of course getting ready is important, so take a look at the time and money you have. You have options to cruise there or to fly to the area. Planning on going with a friend? Make sure you come up with limitations and then plan away.

Usually a cruise to Cancun will either leave from Galveston or Miami. Usually the ships are going to leave for Cancun in the evening time. Most of the ships that leave from the western area of the U.S. will end up taking you to Mexican Riviera.

If flying is the option you have chosen, you may be able to save by booking your flight and a hotel together. If you do decide to go with a travel agent for your trip plans, ensure that they let you know everything that is included in the vacation you are paying for.

Be certain whether your destination is Cancun Playa del Carmen or Cancun Calica. Playa del Carmen is a beach town with tours to ruins and a biosphere reserve, with tropical forests and habitat preserves. Calica features white sand beaches and a lively night life, as well as tours to ancient Mayan ruins or a nature park.

Of course take sunscreen with you. Since you'll probably end up in the water while you are vacationing in Cancun, it's probably a good idea to go with sunscreen that is waterproof.

Call your cell phone service provider to find out how much you will pay in roaming charges when you are in Mexico. If you want to keep in touch with the office or with family, you need a cost guideline.

When you take money, make sure it is mostly in travelers checks. Usually people are great to go with American money. However, if you cash in for pesos, make sure you do it at a bank. Ensure you carry the theft info in a different area from the checks in case they do get stolen. It is best to have theft protection on credit cards too. Ensure you don't tear your pesos and don't take any that are torn, since they won't be good anymore.

You should be tipping your night club service, wait service, and the hotel staff. Usually ten to fifteen percent is a good rule of thumb.

If you get a cab, make sure that you let them know where you want to go and then come to an agreement on the price before you take off. Cabbies don't expect to get a tip.

When you are walking to your destination, never go by yourself. Remember, pedestrians in Mexico are not given the right of way, so be very careful.

Talk to the staff at the hotel you are staying at for some recommendations of areas to check out. If you enjoy gay night life, then check out the night club Karamba.

It doesn't matter how you plan to travel, ensure you check into any restrictions on your luggage. This can include restrictions on size, pieces to carry, and the weight of the luggage. It's a good idea to find out about boarding restrictions that may be imposed as well. Great vacations are planned well. Have a great time getting the trip together and then everything will go smoothly for you while you are on your vacation.

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