Placido Domingo Concert in Chichen Itza
Posted by in Uncategorized on 10 3rd, 2008Placido Domingo will perform in the Mayan city of Chichen Itza on the 4th October 2008 to celebrate the city’s first anniversary for being named one of the New Seven Wonders of the World.
It has been named “The Concert of the Thousand Columns, Placido Domingo in Chichén Itzá”, and will reunite international talents in the legendary archaeological site.The tenor will sing alongside the famous Yucatecan composer Armando Manzanero at the piano, Puerto Rican soprano Ana María Martínez and the Yucatán Symphony Orchestra. The stage will be set in front of the Pyramid of Kukulcan which will make this a truly awe inspiring event.
Placido Domingo performed in Yucatan for the first time in 1957 and is absolutely thrilled to be returning and be able to perform in the incredible Chichen Itza. He has also performed in other amazing places such as the pyramids of Teothihuacan near Mexico City and in Luxor, Egypt.
Concerts are rarely performed in Mexico’s archaeological sites, as the National Institute of Anthropology and History (INAH), which oversees Mexico’s ancient sites, has concerns about site degradation. The last great man to have performed here was Luciano Pavarotti who performed a concert in Chichén Itzá in 1997 before an audience of 17,000 - an event never to be forgotten for those that were lucky enough to attend.
From www.cancun.travel
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Posted by in Uncategorized on 10 1st, 2008
CancunTravel.com is a complete source of travel information and a great option to make reservations when you are planning your next vacation in Cancun, Playa del Carmen and the Riviera Maya in Mexico: Hotel reservations, tickets for parks and attractions such as Xcaret or Xel-ha, book your tours to Chichen Itza, Swim with dolphins among many other tours and activities. Rent a car or book your transportation to your hotel from Cancun Airport.
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About Sea turtles
Posted by in Uncategorized on 09 22nd, 2008“In the Mexican Caribbean, reefs, seagrass beds and nesting beaches offer unique oprunities to witness marine turtles in their natural habitats. Unfortunatly, their numbers are not what they once were as many factors combine to threaten these incredible creatures, whish once thrived in the Earth´s seas….. ”
From The Green Guide: www.mexiconservacion.org
How to Help
Do not chase or attempt to touch sea turtles hile diviong or snorkling
Never puchase turtle meat, eggs or souvenirs made fom turtle shell
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The whale shark a protected specie
Posted by in Uncategorized on 09 9th, 2008
The National Commission of Natural Protected Areas (CONANP) in Mexico, declared August 30th as the Whale Shark Day. Cancun recognizes and backs the efforts made by CONAMP in favor of the conservation of the whale shark as one of the privileged areas enjoying the presence of this fabulous creature.
The whale shark is the biggest fish in the world. It has a body that can reach sizes of even 18 meters. Its coloration is gray or dark blue on its back, with circular spots and light colored horizontal and vertical lines (white or yellowish) and a white belly. These patterns give the whale shark its local name: “domino.” In other areas, its appearance makes it known as “checkerboard”. Each individual displays a unique pattern which allows its identification, since it does not change with growth.
Unlike other sharks, its mouth is on the front end of its wide head and occupies the entire width of its body, facilitating plankton feeding. Its eyes are very small and are located on the lateral end of the head. The whale shark moves slowly near the water surface, since it filters great amounts of water to retain an ample variety of plankton and nekton, including small crustaceans like krill, crab larva and copepods, small fish like sardines, mackerel and occasionally prey of greater size like small tunas and squid. Phytoplankton and seaweeds could also be a part of its diet.
Source: Atlantic Whale Shark Project
http://www.domino.conanp.gob.mx/
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Diving and Snorkel in Mexican Caribbean
Posted by admin in Uncategorized on 08 30th, 2008The Mexican state of Quintana Roo is located at the eastern coast of the Yucatan Peninsula and is world-wide known as one of the best destinies for diving in the Caribbean. The area is recognized among divers of the United States of America, Canada and Europe.
At the south of Cancun is located the second bigger coral reef barrier in the world, as well considered the biggest in the North hemisphere, it extends along the coast of Honduras with some open zones; besides, around Cozumel, Isla Mujeres and Contoy islands, there are special coralline formations, the very famous reef walls of Palancar in Cozumel or Manchones at Isla Mujeres.
On other side, along all the Yucatan Peninsula exist underground rivers that, in the case of the Mayan Riviera, have been explored in their majority and are opened to the public who appreciate cave and cenotes diving, as well as open sea and inland diving, this makes this zone a unique destiny due to all the available possibilities.
Don´t miss this unique experience!! more information http://www.cancuntravel.com/scuba.asp
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Cancun Transportation
Posted by admin in 4 on 08 13th, 2008You have to now several tips when you visit Cancun:
Cancun International Airport is located 12km /7.5 miles from downtown Cancun and 20 km/12.5 miles southwest from the heart of the hotel zone. From the airport, frequent “shared vans” transfers to your hotel are available from $8 - $10 dollars per person. Private taxis also operate from the airport but the rates go from $50 - $60 dollars per vehicle for two or three people.
To use the shared vans transfers it is better to pre arrange your transportation via your tour operator or directly with a company in Cancun. http://www.cancuntravel.com/transfers.asp
Public transportation service
Cancun is very easy for tourist to navigate. The bus system is reliable and inexpensive; one ride costs about 6.5 pesos. There are many buses serving the Cancun area, they stop only at bus stops every 5 minutes. Buses only accept pesos, they don’t accept dollars so be prepared with some Mexican pesos. Buses generally operate between 6:00 am to midnight.
Taxi fares within the hotel zone can sun anywhere from 50 to 80 pesos depending the distance traveled. Every hotel has the taxi fares displayed in their lobbies. We recommend you consult your hotel concierge before taking a cab, they can tell you what the specific rate is. Cabs service in Cancun hotel zone is very safe.
From www.cancun.travel
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Puerto Morelos-small picturesque town
Posted by admin in 8 on 07 31st, 2008
Located 35 km from Cancun, Puerto Morelos is another highly recommended stop while touring the Mexican Caribbean.
A laid back atmosphere characterizes this friendly fishermen’s village.
The old lighthouse is a symbol that represents very well Puerto Morelos- bohemian and tranquil taste that bestows a special magic on visitors and residents, be it natives or people from all over the world that have made it their home after being seduced by its natural beauty and the many attractions it has to offer.
Puerto Morelos has a wide variety of guesthouses, bed and breakfast facilities, villas, condos and hotels that range from modest to deluxe and all-inclusive categories.
When in Puerto Morelos you can spoil yourself with any of the exotic spa treatments, take a snorkeling or scuba diving trip to the National Marine Park and admire the coral reefs in the transparency of the Caribbean waters. A fishing trip is also offered for those fond of this sport. And for adventure lovers there are many eco-tourism excursions and activities to explore the jungle and appreciate the wild life, such as the cenotes route, a fascinating expedition that will absolutely enrich your Puerto Morelos visit.
Food is another great experience at any of the specialty restaurants or popular cafes and diners, where people meet to savor their meals, the evening warmth and the delightful colors of the sunset.
Puerto Morelos has it all; it is certainly an enchanting retreat nobody should miss.
From OVC official web page
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Coral Reefs are Important
Posted by admin in 12 on 07 15th, 2008
Along of the cost of Mexican Caribbean lies a magnificent and complex reef system, which extends from the northern tip of the Yucatan Peninsula to the Bay Islands in Honduras. This natural wonder is the second largest barrier reef in the world and is called the Mesoamerican Barrier Reef.
Though they cover less than 1% of th earth surface, coral reefs shelter an incredible variety of life. Reefs are home of higher density of species thayn any other marine environmental.
For many coastal communities, healthy reefs are key to sustaining traditional fishing activities. Coral reefs also good for business: diving tours, fishing trips, hotels, restaurants and other establishments based near reefs provide jobs and are important income to local economies.
As the Mexican Caribbean coastline develops into a popular destination, unsustainable human activities are inflicting a great strain in its fragile reefs. Activities such as the destruction of mangroves and seagrass beds can increase sedimentation in near shore waters and coral reefs. The over-harvesting of kay marine spacies and destrcutive fishing practices can upset the delicade balance of reef life in the region.Touching, finning into, and standing on reefs damages corals. The release of waste water into the ocean is harmful to corals. In addition, fertilzers from golf courses and agriculture favor algal growth which can smother coral.
These activities further damage reefs already weakened by factors such as hurricanes and climate change.
How to Help
1. Do not step on, touch or harvest coral.
2. Avoid picking up and disturbing pieces of coral.
3. Do not stir up the sandy ocean floor.
4. Do not drop ancors onto coral reef.
5. Do not buy or sell coral, turtle or conch jewerly.
6. Do not spear fish.
7. Use biodegradable sun-block.
8. Help keep the beach and ocean clean.
9. Do not eat prohibited or out of seson fish or seafood.
¿Are you doing something to protect coral reefs in around the world?
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Shopping in Mexican Caribbean
Posted by admin in 16 on 07 11th, 2008It doesn´t matter where you stay, the Mexican Caribbean is an exceptional location for shopping. From big malls to street vendors, from Mexican handcrafts to diamonds.
In Cancun, stroll the Tulum Avenue to see popular stores and the flea market that offers a wide variety of handrcrafts, you can also visit the 28 Market to get handcrafts easier or to eat autenthc mexican food nestled with local redisdents. In Cancun you can visit the most important malls featuring from small boutiques to big Department Stores as Plaza Kukulcan, with Luxury Avenue where the most important international brands like Armani, Vogue, Ferrgamo, Guchi, Mont Blanc, etc. are gathered. On other hand, Plaza Flamingo, Plaza Forum, Plaza Caracol, Plaza Las Américas are some other malls with a lot of shopping options.
In the Riviera Maya you can to visit the famous 5th Avenue in Playa del Carmen, walk from one end to the other to discover a colorful variety of shops, boutiques and jewelries.
Since Cozumel is a famous world Port of Call in the Caribbean, innumerous duty free stores are established in this island providing its visitors a unique opportunity to buy silver, gold, gem stones, perfumes and more, some times at bargain prices. All kinds of handcrafts can be found in this amazing island of Cozumel.
Have you tried shopping in Mexican Caribbean?
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Mexican Caribbean Dinner Experience
Posted by admin in 20 on 06 30th, 2008Cancun’s hotel zone offers a wide variety of restaurants with all types of food: international, Italian, Mexican, North American fast food, fish and seafood, and much more. Cancun restaurants such a wide variety allows a different option every night, whether at a shopping center or along the very same Kukulcan Boulevard, in addition to the selections provided by your hotel. We suggest trying the Mexican food served in the restaurants downtown Cancun. Make sure to stop by any one of the popular taco stands (taquerias) serving traditional meat and cheese tacos, accompanied by spicy sauces and famous Mexican beer.
Playa del Carmen is the heart of the Riviera Maya’s Gastronomy, a collection of Mexican and International Restaurants can be found at its famous Fifth Avenue, Side-walk Cafes, Bars and coffee shops sums up the dinning set of choices in this cosmopolitan samll town. From North to South Playa’s dinning experience is something to be remembered you can try authentic Maya Cuisine, live Jazz Music on weekends or a taste of German and International Cuisine or for the homesick or choice for burgers, steaks and all the classics of the American food, Small cafes and restaurants feature authentic Italian Food, Japanese Sushi food and other exotic cuisines, making Playa del Carmen a place to go through a superb gastronomic experience.
http://cancun.travel/en/experiences/dining/
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