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The Best Place to Eat in Cancun
Cancun, and the hotel zone in particular, is not exactly known for its authenticity when it comes to food or culture, but that does not stop me from digging for some. Guess what!? It paid off! I found El Galeon del Caribe which is located in the hotel zone. It is probably the most authentic restaurant in Cancun. Now, it is somewhat hard to find. It’s located at kilometer marker 19.4, and there is no sign. There is Just a small parking lot and a thatched roof. We walked in, and much to my delight, we were the only tourists. I knew we were going to be in for a treat!…
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The Best Things to do in Cancun, Mexico
This was our third time in Cancun and I am convinced we discovered the absolute two best excursions this go-around! The first thing we did was join a jet boat tour (Jungle Tours) where you drive your own boat to an amazing snorkeling spot. Don’t worry if you are not an avid boater because this excursion is absolutely perfect if you are a beginner. The boat is small, simple to maneuver and the guide is nearby. We completely lucked out because we ended up being the only ones on this excursion making it a private tour!! The snorkeling was also great. Too often, we have gotten stuck on tours that…
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A Review of the Ritz Carlton Cancun, Mexico
The Ritz Carlton Cancun is located in the hotel zone in Cancun, Mexico. You are in the heart of the action minus the spring breakers –win! The hotel is beautiful from the moment you walk in, with an exquisite lobby and attentive service. Be warned, this hotel is on the pricey side. So, we cashed in some points and only stayed one night. It was so worth it! This is the 9th Ritz Carlton property I have stayed in and it is the nicest by far. We are loyalty members and (finally) were granted a complimentary upgrade. The negative of the Ritz Carlton credit card is that upgrades rarely happen despite…
