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United Nations Climate Talks in Cancun

United Nations Climate Talks in Cancun

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Mexico is a country that would most likely be negatively impacted by forced climate change, indicates a 2009 report by the World Bank Global Facility for Disaster Reduction and Recovery.  As a result of this fact and the country’s voluntary reduction of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, Mexico is an ideal location for the upcoming United [...]

World’s Largest Underwater Museum Grows in Cancun

World’s Largest Underwater Museum Grows in Cancun

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Envision an underwater museum created by man. With no walls to hang paintings, how could this be done…and what’s the point? Developed for the Punta Nizuc National [marine] Park off the coast of Cancun and Isla Mujeres, Mexico, the Museo Subaquatico de Arte (MUSA), or Subaquatic Art Museum, is the answer to an important question: How do [...]

A Healthy Caribbean Vacation

A Healthy Caribbean Vacation

ShareMaintaining a work out routine while on vacation is not an easy task. However, completely abandoning exercise and a healthy diet isn’t necessary. If you opt for a beach vacation in the Mexico Caribbean, there are some general guidelines  to follow that will allow you to stay fit and eat well.

Tequila 101 Spark Notes

Tequila 101 Spark Notes

ShareTequila: a multi-faceted, multi-flavored and fascinating topic is globally known but what is not known is that Mexico’s tequila is equally refined as France’s Champagne.  Scoff if you must but like Champagne, tequila comes from a specific region, is carefully prepared and is  monitored under the watchful eye of the Mexican government.  Tequila goes beyond [...]

Climate, Culture and Color: Wonderful Quintana Roo

Climate, Culture and Color: Wonderful Quintana Roo

ShareNot much persuasion is needed to travel to the Caribbean but the next time the decision must be made; Quintana Roo should be put at the very top of the list. This is Mexico´s seaside state of splendor. With Belize to the south,  the Caribbean Sea lining the entire eastern coast and the Gulf of Mexico [...]

Cancun on a Budget: 10 tips to an affordable vacation

Cancun on a Budget: 10 tips to an affordable vacation

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Considering Cancun is only 40 years old, this Caribbean paradise has had a huge popularity surge. Its white sand beaches and clear blue ocean draw four million visitors each year with an average of 190 flights a day.
Just because Cancun is one of the most frequently traveled destinations around the world, that doesn’t mean it’s [...]

Cancun Against the Climate Change | The Earth Hour

Cancun Against the Climate Change | The Earth Hour

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Cancun and Cancun Great Vacations will join 92 countries in a pledge to turn off our lights on March 27 at 8:30PM local time in support of Earth Hour 2010 to help bring awareness to climate change.
Earth Hour is the world’s largest global climate change initiative with over 92 countries and 1,100 cities participating.
The main [...]

Spanish and Mayan Language Tips on Your Cancun and Riviera Maya Vacation

Spanish and Mayan Language Tips on Your Cancun and Riviera Maya Vacation

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If you haven’t taken a vacation yet to Cancun or the Riviera Maya in the Yucatan Peninsula of Mexico, you’re in for a few fun and fascinating surprises. Surrounded by soft, white sand beaches, the breathtaking turquoise-blue Caribbean Sea, a sparkling lagoon bordered by mangroves, and lush green rainforests with colorful tropical plants and flowers, [...]

Dance Salsa in Cancun

Dance Salsa in Cancun

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Once the Salsa music begins, it’s hard to stay in your seat. The rhythmic beat gets your toes tapping, and before you know it, you’re on the dance floor. Even though it looks complicated, it’s only a few simple steps. Salsa dancing is tons of fun and great exercise too!
Brief Salsa History
When someone says “salsa,” [...]

Life and Death Festival 2009 in Xcaret

Life and Death Festival 2009 in Xcaret

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Although today  (Nov, 2nd) we officially celebrate in Mexico The Day of the Dead, one of our most colorful and beloved traditions, since last Friday, October 30th the eco park Xcaret is presenting the Festival de Tradiciones Vida y Muerte 2009. A celebration full of culture, tradition, music, food and live performances.
Visiting Xcaret Eco Park [...]