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leaves and cooked in a pit oven until it slides off the bone. This is usually served with fresh tortillas and chopped onions.
Fish lovers will enjoy pescado tikin Xic, which is baked or barbecued grouper
fish. panuchos are fried corn tortillas filled with black bean paste and topped with shredded chicken, lettuce, tomatoes and onions. Rich and comforting, Sopa
de Lima is chicken broth with shredded chicken, lime and fried tortilla strips. frijol con puerco is a black beans and pork
stew best paired with rice. A sprinkling of chopped radish, cilantro and onions makes this a flavourful treat.
A ShoPPer’S DeLighT
Mouthwatering Cancun dishes provide the perfect energy boost for yet another adventure: shopping. From ultra-chic designer stores to flea markets and small boutiques, Cancun has it all for the serious shopper.
La isla Shopping Village. Shop to your heart’s content in a glittering, ultra- trendy shoppers’ paradise complete with Venetian-inspired canals and walkways.
plaza Caracol, plaza Las americas, Kukulcan Plaza and Luxury avenue. These shopping centres are home to hundreds of boutiques, including some of the world’s most luxurious brands. Their wide range of specialty restaurants, bars and cafes are great for relaxation after all that retail therapy!
Market 28. Hunt for great bargains in this huge flea market situated in the heart of downtown Cancun. Get one-of-a-kind souvenirs and silver jewelry at affordable prices.
Designed to resemble an old Mexican village, plaza Bonita next door is lined with colourful buildings filled with shops selling quality Mexican handicrafts and pieces of art.
With fair weather all year round, it’s always a good time to plan a Cancun getaway.
STAY
Mayan Palace Riviera Maya (#6483)
Playa del Carmen, Quintana Roo Mexico www.mayanpalace.com.mx
The Grand Mayan Riviera Maya (#6973)
Playa del Carmen, Quintana Roo Mexico www.thegrandmayan.com.mx
The Cancun International Airport is located 32 kilometres from the resort. Leave the airport and turn right on Highway 307 towards Playa del Carmen. Approximately 10 minutes after going past Puerto Morelos you will see an impressive Mayan arch on your left, which welcomes you to the Mayan Resorts Complex.
Planning an archaeological tour? Here are some tips
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Dress comfortably
When climbing pyramids or doing long walks on rough ground, sneakers or hiking boots are your best bet. Get extra protection with a hat and a pair of sunglasses.
Don’t forget the sunscreen
Apply sunscreen at all times, even on cloudy days. And if you’re trekking through a jungle, be advised to bring insect repellant as well.
Keep yourself hydrated
Bring your own water. Buy a bottle or two beforehand as prices may be more expensive onsite.
Hands off, please
It’s best not to touch stones or pottery shards that you may find. Insignificant as these may seem, the historical information they provide may be important.
Read before you go
A little bit of research can go a long way to help you understand what you’re seeing.
Hire a guide
Having said that, hiring a local guide will make your visit much more interesting.
prepare to be amazed
Mexico’s ancient cultures are still shrouded with mystery; let your sense of wonder run free.
A people without the knowledge of their past history, origin and culture is like a tree without roots.
—marcus garvey
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