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RE: Yucatan Itinerary in June: beaches, interior
by rjonsun 03 May 2012
We spent 2 days in Izamal last December and really enjoyed it. The festival of the Virgin Mary was in full progress so it made some interes…
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RE: Yucatan Itinerary in June: beaches, interior
by montereyjack 02 May 2012
You will treasure having your own air conditioned car, trust me. I only spent an afternoon in Izamal. Not much there. Cooking class should…
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Yucatan Itinerary in June: beaches, interior
by nopajoju 02 May 2012
Hello everyone, We'd welcome some input on the plans we have so far for our 3-week trip this June. We're traveling as a family (2 moms,…
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RE: Interior/Western Yucatan Trip Ideas
by 2368 30 April 2012
I'd take it slower on the way to Merida. Maybe just drive to Valladolid the first day, walk around town in the afternoon and evening…
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Re: Izamal or Merida or somewhere else
by Yucatanic 02 April 2012
I love Izamal, but it is out of the way and somewhat limited with its appeal. It really has nothing to offer besides the Catholic Convent…
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RE: Izamal or Merida or somewhere else
by rjonsun 01 April 2012
Remember that Merida is a large city while both Izamal and Valladolid are smaller towns. Izamal has a large cathedral and courtyard overloo…
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Re: Izamal or Merida or somewhere else
by gbchayctca 01 April 2012
What about Valladolid? I mean, you could attend mass in any of these places, of course, but I think I'd recommend Valladolid over Izamal.…
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RE: Izamal or Merida or somewhere else
by CascadeBob 01 April 2012
Haven't been to Izamal, but Merida is one of my favorite places in Mexico. Lots of culture, music, colonial areas, good restaurants and…
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RE: Early Stage Suggestions
by aslukas 21 March 2012
Patywolf and Boingo have it. Go to Playa and base yourself there, with a few side-trips up and down the coast (Tulum, Isla Mujeres, Sian…
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RE: pre-book hotels or take our chances?
by hexstatic1 23 January 2012
I've gone to Tulum every February for the past 3 years, and we've never had a reservation- but we always had a rental car. We always…
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pre-book hotels or take our chances?
by bcvic 22 January 2012
We're planning to go to Tulum, Punta Allen, Izamal (or some similar collection of destinations). We'd like to have the freedom to stay…
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Snorkelling near Playa del Carmen
by virupaksa 16 January 2012
Hey guys I got a free trip to an all inclusive resort in Playa del Carmen. No really my thing but not turning it down obviously! We inten…
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RE: Must Dos in Playa del Carmen and the surrounding region
by aslukas 11 January 2012
If you're interested in ruins, there are several cool, very small temple complexes within Playa's bounds: the La Ruina hostel has one…
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RE: A month with 4 kids under 10 near Progresso Yucatan - advice?
by bajadude 02 January 2012
Of course Chichen Itza is a day trip along with seeing the flamingos along the estuaries, small ruins of Xcabo, the towns of Izamal and…
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RE: The Italian Coffee Company
by keithmur 02 January 2012
I would agree that much Mexican coffee that is offered there is not up to the hype. However, my observation has been that much Chiapan…
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Yuk Trip report
by xinloi 14 December 2011
Little late but better late than never. Flew into Cancun in late October hearded for Honduras. Went straight to PDC from airport and…
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RE: Izamal Ruins
by patywolf 13 December 2011
I did this trip on the second class bus once. It took forever and there was no AC and it way hot and horrible. it was a long ride to Cancun…
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RE: Izamal Ruins
by mclarjh 11 December 2011
I remember picking up a tourist map (perhaps at the small bus station in Izamal) when I visited; it hopefully lists three days of activities…
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RE: Izamal Ruins
by peace65 11 December 2011
Thanks for the report. Where is El Toro Restaurant? I would like to check it out on our next trip to Izamal.
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Izamal Ruins
by rjonsun 10 December 2011
We went to all six ruins in the town of Izamal. The largest and most impressive are Kinich Kak Moo. The base is 200 X 180 meters,which…
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RE: Yucatan Update
by rjonsun 09 December 2011
Nope, no mock up tequila factory tours. Forgot to mention, the elevator at Dolors Alba is out of commission. Went to the FREE zoo in Merid…
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RE: Oaxaca City to Tikal, Palenque, Merida by air?
by aslukas 05 December 2011
If what you're looking for is a 2-week itinerary that's heavy on ruins and money's not a huge issue, here's what I'd recommend. Overnight…
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RE: Tulum - off the beaten path - is that possible?
by 2368 03 December 2011
Bacalar is a good suggestion. If you go that far, you might as well continue on into Chetumal and visit the excellent museum. You haven'…
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Cuzama Cenotes
by rjonsun 28 November 2011
Any tips on seeing the Cuzama centoes on your own (public transportation)? Or would a day trip tour out of Merida be just as cost effective…
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