Considering the upcoming vacation season, you may want to know what is new and what to do in Cancun. The following list gives you 8 options of activities in this great tourist pole.
8 THINGS TO DO IN CANCUN
Thing to do in Cancun #1: Visit an eco-park
This must be a default when thinking about a trip to Cancun or near destinations (e.g. Isla Mujeres, Riviera Maya). You may have heard a lot of Xcaret Parks, Garrafon Park, and some others. These are great places to get a real taste of what Riviera Maya is since they maintain the natural essence of the locations while making them available to tourists and developing complete experiences of connection with mother earth and ancient civilizations. Inside them, you may find great things to do, such as scuba, snorkeling, interaction with dolphins and so on.
#2: Ride bike around Hotel Zone
It may sound like a leisure activity, but it isn’t. If you do this, you are going to have fun while doing some cardio, discover great places to visit later that day, see which other activities are available around the Kukulcan Boulevard (i.e. Hotel Zone) and maybe make some new friends. There is a bike road along the main boulevard, so you won’t miss anything. Remember to ride safely.
Thing to do in Cancun #3: Visit downtown markets
If you are staying in the Hotel Zone, you may not even pass through downtown while coming from the airport. There is a noticeable division between the town and the hotel zone. It’s like a whole different place. But you should not be afraid of getting down from the hotel zone. The main places are actually nice. There are great malls to do some shopping and some markets to get souvenirs at a reasonable price, so as local dishes, like ‘ceviche’. Plus, any of your purchases will boost the local economy.
#4: Ink yourself
What about a lifetime reminder of this great vacation? There are plenty of tattoo parlors with some great artists in them. Some specialize in Mayan-like tattoos, others have a skulls style and some others have aquarelle style. Remember to be fully sober when getting there, it is something that will stay with you forever, you want the result to be as perfect as possible.
Thing to do in Cancun #5: Hire a boat to Isla Mujeres
There are many ways to get to Isla Mujeres, but the one with more style and comfortability is to hire a ship just for you. Most marinas include beers, water, and some food with the boat hire. You may want to check out which packages suit better to you and your companions.
#6: Go extreme
Apart from the eco-parks, there are plenty of local businesses offering fabulous extreme activities, such as ATV ride, zip-lines, rappel and some more. If you and your group of companions feel adventurous, you must try one of these.
Thing to do in Cancun #7: Try a hoverboard
The future is now, and the people in Riviera Maya know this. A few years ago, the first hoverboard company started operating in the Cancun hotel zone and had a great impact on tourism activities. Some minutes of flying boosted by water power. Try a backflip or some other tricks.
#8: Give a vote to local small businesses
It is understandable that you think of going to the international chains businesses because of their recognition and standards, but most local businesses are also a great option for purchasing and eating. Plus, you will never find the truth Mexican flavor on outsider restaurants. There are great options ranging from a deluxe steak house to a small quesadillas restaurant.
As you could read, Cancun is more than just hotels. Go out, discover, try something new!