Why We'd Go: Three Features You'll Never Forget
Isla Mujeres: Hop a day or night cruise to the laid-back "Island of Women," where ancient Mayans worshipped Ixchel, goddess of rainbows, fertility, and childbirth. Lounge under a grass palapa on lovely Playa Norte beach, or head south on a moped or golf cart to swim with dolphins at Dolphin Discovery, or visit the Tortuga Marina Turtle Farm.
Souvenir shopping: Colorful shopping stands can be found everywhere, but Ki Huic on Tulum Avenue in Cancun is the place to go for crafts. For silver, visit Flamingo Plaza and Fiesta Plaza on Kukulcan Boulevard, downtown Cancun's main drag. Look for the "925" quality stamp, and don't hesitate to bargain at outdoor markets.
Mexican eats: Sample traditional Yucatecan dishes and tasty seafood.
When To Go: Cancun At Its Best
Best weather: Cancun is reputed to have more sunny days than any other Caribbean spot. Trade winds temper the average 80-degree temperatures. The rainy season runs from May through October; hurricane season swirls from September to October.
Best prices: May to mid-December; exact dates vary by hotel
Festival highlights: Carnival rocks the city in February; the weeklong Cancun Jazz Festival grooves in May; El Senor de las Ampollas is celebrated with fireworks, dancing, and music from late September to early October. Check out Cancun's website for details."
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