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Chedraui Supermarket                                     Downtown Cancún                                                            Bus Station Uxmal                            KI HUIC One of Cancún's                                                                                 Bahia Mujeres                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                             Franko’s GUIDE MAP of
HOTEL ZONE BUSES Public buses in Cancún are very inexpensive and                                                                                                                                  Ki Huic                         oldest and finest handcraft
                                                                               Lopez PortCilhloichen Itza                         Market Area                                        Yaxchilan Tulum                              souvenir markets, where you                          Imperial Las Perlas A half-dozen beautiful buildings grace Cancún's softest white sand beach, with tranquil water for swimming and water sports.                                                                                                              Caribbean Sea                                                              CANCÚN
                       run between the Hotel Zone and downtown from 6am                                                                                                                                                 BonampakYaxchilancan get just what you need                         Holiday Inn Cancún Arenas All-inclusive resort features restaurant, poolside bar, fitness room, kid's club with game room, and movies.                                                                                                                                                                                                         and the
                       until midnight. Taxis are also available, but the cost                                                                                                                                                     to remember your Cancún                                         Club Verano Beat Features big-sized rooms and colorful gardens. This resort is one of Cancún's most family-friendly hotels.                                                                                                                              (Mar Caribe)
                       is much higher. There are designated bus stops all                                                                                                                                                         vacation forever.                                                     Blue Bay Getaway & Spa This adults-only resort features a world-class spa, two spectacular pools, seven outdoor whirlpools, swim-up bars, and restaurants.                                                                                                                                                            RIVIERA MAYA
                       along the Hotel Zone, but you can also flag down                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       Ocean Hotel Excellent service with a marvelous view of across the turquoise bay to Isla Mujeres. Try their Juice Therapy to replenish your body.
                       drivers and if they can stop safely, they will.                                          Kabah                                                                                                 Grocery Store           Kulkulkan                  Kilometer 2                               Aquamarina Beach Offers an all-inclusive plan, and fun for the whole family, with mini golf, ping pong, beach soccer, water volleyball, and more.                                                                                                                                                          Recreational Map for Tourists, Scuba Divers,
                       However, buses from the Hotel Zone do not go into                                                                                                             Government Hospital                                                                                                                 Bellamar Condos All the amenities of home with a kitchen, laundry, and cable TV. Walking distance to nightclubs, shops, bars and restaurants.                                                                                                                                                        Snorkelers, Explorers, and Everyone Who Loves
downtown but will drop you off at the main bus station at Avenidas                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                             Barcelo Costa Cancún Four-star beachfront all-inclusive hotel surrounded by tropical gardens and a huge pool area.                                                                                                                                                                             Cancún and Mexico's Fabulous Riviera Maya
Tulum and Uxmal, where you can catch a connection downtown.                                                                         Gas Station
DOWNTOWN BUSES For a trip downtown, from the bus station at                                                                       Coba                                                    Red Cross                                                         Kilometer 1                                                                                                                                                                                  Riu Caribe Features 506 spectacular, luxurious oceanview guestrooms, and an array of restaurants, bars and wonderful facilities.                                           Printed on DURABLE, WATERPROOF PAPER
Avenidas Tulum and Uxmal, look for buses that say “El Centro”.                                                                                                                       Sam's Club                                 Gas Station                                                                                                                                                                                                                Maya Caribe Budget beachfront hotel located close to discoteques, restaurants, marinas, and the Cancún Golf Club.
BUSES TO ISLA MUJERES FERRIES To go north to Puerto Juárez or                                                                            Walmart                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              Dos Playas Budget beachfront hotel located right at the corner of the Cancún golf club, and close to all of Cancún's fun.                                                                                 RIVIERA
Punta Sam catch a Route 8 from the bus station .                                        Chedraui Supermarket                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   Oasis Palm Beach Huge all-inclusive resort on Cancún's                                                                                                                                                                                                                                     MAYA
BUSES TO MAJOR RUINS, ATTRACTIONS AND CITIES The
downtown bus station, located at Avenidas Tulum and Uxmal, is where                                       Xcaret             Andres                                                  Labna                                      La Plaza de Toros                                                                                                                              calmest beach. Superb bars and restaurants.                                           Presidente Intercontinental Five-star luxury, premiere restaurants, a beautiful beach, even massages on the beach!
you can purchase bus tickets to all of the major ruins, attractions, and                                                 Quintana Roo                                                                                                                                                                                                                                               Club Internacional Five-star resort that features
cities. This includes Xcaret, Xel-Ha, Puerto Morelos, Playa del Carmen,                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              Canal Nichupte El Embarcadero                                  sports, games, handicrafts, and complimentary                                       Ambience Villas With the largest suites in Cancún, this site is ideal for families and for long stays.
Tulum, Chichén Itzá, Cobá, Valladolid, Mérida, and so on. Buses to all                                                      Stadium                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 sailing lessons and free use of sailboats.
leave approximately every 20 minutes. These buses do not make stops                                                          Mega Comercial Costco                                                                                                                                     Kilometer 3         LiPnldaaya                                                                     Casa Maya Hotel and marina where you can                                      Oasis Viva All-inclusive hotel with five restaurants, a spa with Temezcal sauna, gymnasium, children's pool, and more.
all along the way. To be dropped off at a specific spot along the way,                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    fiLlal nyPgoloausyrtaaday with water sports.
take the Colectivo or Mini-Bus Line (see description below) instead.                                                                                                                 Plaza Las                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          Fiesta Americana Villas Cancún European-plan resort with La Palapa restaurant, fitness center and a kids' club.
                                                                                                                                                                                     Americas
MINI-BUS LINE (COLECTIVO) This transportation line runs up and                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    Riu Palace Las Americas 372 deluxe suites, magnificent architecture, and an exceptional level of luxury and comfort.
               down the Mayan Riviera. Other than the buses, this is the
               cheapest, best way to travel from Cancún to places south                                                                                                                                                                           Plaza Nautilus                                                                                                                                                                                                                      Plaza Mayafair This was Cancún's very first hotel zone mall and is recognized by its Mayan
               all the way to Tulum. For example, it costs approx. 100                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                rainforest motif. At night the mall has Mayan music and dance events for free.
               pesos to go from Cancún to Playa del Carmen. From the
               main bus terminals at Cancún, the airport, or Playa del                                                             Parque                                            Nichupte                                                 The Caribbean Princess Deluxe                                                                                                                                                                                                                Riu Cancún Features 560 guestrooms, a sports bar, nightclub, and theater with Riu's famous theme shows.
               Carmen, you can catch a van, but you can also simply walk                                                          Ecologico                                                                                                   accommodations with the added bonus                                                                                                                                                                                                                      Plaza Caracol Beautiful mall with over 200 classy stores for the finer things you want, or
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              of superb entertainment programs.                                                                                                                                                                                                       EL BAJITO        souvenirs of your stay in Cancún. You can also find ice cream, fast food or great restaurants.
out to the main highway from any resort, attraction, or beach and stand                                                            Kabah
by the side of the highway and flag down a white mini-bus from any safe,                                        Nichupte               Instituto                                                                                                      Elan Resort & Spa 5-star resort Kilometer 4                                                                              Kilometer 5                                                                              CarPalacyoal  CHINTALES        Best Western Clipper Club Small 4-star hotel with Mediterranean-style buildings.
visible spot. The bus driver will flash his lights to ask if you need a ride.                                                         Tecnologico                                                                                                     located on a private peninsula.                                                                                                                                                                                                                           Fiesta Americana Coral Beach AAA 5-diamond all-suite hotel is one of Cancún's best.
You tell him where you are going when he stops and hops out to assist                                                                  de Cancún                                                      Hospiten                                     View Mediterrando Mexican-style rooms,                                                                                                                               TorPtlauygaa                                                       CUEVEÑOS
you into the mini-bus. He'll pick up or drop off people anywhere along                                                                                                               BonTaulmupmak    Hospital                                     pools, and gardens, plus volleyball.                                                                                                                                                                                                       3 LOST DIVERS  Punta Cancún Party Center Cancún's hottest nightlife is in this area, with nightclubs
the way. Watch for your stop and speak up when you are there. Pay the                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        to party at all night long, and convenient malls to find a delicious restaurant. This location
driver when you exit his mini-bus. The driver always gets out to open                                                                                                                                                                              Suites Bellamar All the comforts of home                                                                                                                                                                                                        Punta Cancún is the middle of Cancún and is next to the Convention Center as well.
the door for you. Because the Cancún to Tulum highway is the tourist                                                                                                                                                                               including a kitchen, plus a sunset view.                                  Nichupte Bridge                                                        Kilometer 6                                                         Plaza Dreams Cancún Resort Features Swim with Dolphins and the Explorer's Club for kids. Surrounded
zone the mini-bus service runs every 15 - 30 minutes all day.
                                                                               PARQUE ECOLOGICO KABAH This                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              Caracol                        on three sides by the beauty of the Caribbean Sea — the best view spot in Cancún.
                                                                               wonderful family spot is a public park                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  Hyatt Regency 295 fabulous rooms, each with a private balcony. Features the Al Fresco Spa.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   View from 110 meters high atop                                                                                                                                       Kilometer 7

                                                                               with beautiful nature paths through the                                                                                                                             Torre Escenica at El Embarcadero                                                                                                                                     Pok-ta-Pok                                   Kilometer 9                          PUNTA NEGRA

                                                                               jungle, a crocodile pit, toucans, monkeys,                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                               Golf                             Kilometer 8                                   NH Krystal Great location, and has a spa, sauna, and gym.

                                                                               a pond with turtles and ducks, and a                                                                                                                                                                                 Sunset Lagoon & Marina Exclusive Marina with                                                                                                           Cancún       GavioPtlaayAazul                 CUEVAS DE AFUERA
                                                                               Mayan house, and it is all free of charge.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                Convention                                    PLAZA FORUM BY THE SEA This popular mall is easily found by the huge Hardrock Café Guitar

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    water sports, scuba shop and nautical services.                                                                                                      Center                                        out front. It has great restaurants like Rainforest Café and Cambalache, and nightclubs that
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          include Carlos 'N Charlie's, and Coco Bongo.
                      PARASAILING This exciting sport is available all along Cancún's beaches and                         PLAZA LAS AMERICAS This shopping center will                                                                                                                                         Grand Royal Lagoon Incredible beach club                                                                                                Kilometer 10                                    Carisa Y Palma Moderately priced condos on a lovely, calm beach.
                      allows participants stunning views of the Hotel Zone by being attached to a                         take you away from Cancún and back to your home                                                                                                                                      with personalized attention, and clean,
                      speedboat-pulled parachute.                                                                         town mall, complete with Sears, JC Penny, Radio                                                                                                                                      comfortable rooms.                                                                                                            Laguna                                                        HOTEL ZONE BIKE PATH Much of the 25 kilometers of the Hotel Zone main road is
                      SUBMARINE TOUR Atlantis Submarine tours offers an all-day tour from                                 Shack, and Guess. If you are hungry there's a                                                                                                                                        Imperial Laguna An intimate complex of                                                                                      Bojorquez                                                       paralleled by an off-road paved pathway on the ocean side for bicycling, jogging and walking.
                      your Cancún hotel to the Cozumel Atlantis Submarine base station. Atlantis is                       McDonald's and a Burger King. If you want to                                                                                                                                         three buildings surrounding a courtyard pool.
                      a genuine 48 passenger submarine that offers everyone a chance to experience                        catch a movie then go to the 18-plex cinema.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            THE CANCÚN GOLF CLUB Cancún's oldest and most prestigious championship golf course is par
                      one of the top dive destinations in the world. Submerging to depths of 100                                                                                                                                                                                                                 Suites Sina Boasts 33 comfortable suites                                                                                                                                         72, with play along Nichupte Lagoon and the unbelievably beautiful shore of the Caribbean Sea.
                      feet, you will get to see Cozumel's Chankanaab Reef and its myriad of marine                                                                                                                                                                                                               and a friendly staff.                                                                                                                                            EL TUNEL                                                                                                                                                                                        CARIBBEAN
                      life up close without getting wet!                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                               SEA
                      FISHING Cancún is a top destination for sportfishing. The marinas and nearly                                                                                                    BULLFIGHTS AT LA PLAZA DE                                                                                        Holiday Inn Express For business or                                                                                               ChaPclayMoaol                            Miramar Mission Beautiful lagoon and Caribbean views in one of the most central locations.
                      all the hotels offer fishing tours You can rent a private boat or go out with a                                                                                                 TOROS In downtown Cancún there is a                                                                              leisure travelers with views all around.                                                                                                                              This deluxe  hotel has three restaurants, a marina, the Batacha nightclub and a humongous  jacuzzi.                                                 Say "Hola!" to Franko at
                      group. September through February is a good time of year to catch barracuda,                                                                                                    small bullring, La Plaza de Toros, where                                                                                                                                                                                                                          SAN       TORBIDO  Sunset Royal   All-inclusive resort exchanges benefits with sister hotel, the Sunset
                      grouper, jackfish and kingfish. February through April you'll reel in kingfish,                                                                                                                                                                                                                 Laguna Suites Golf & Spa Great golf                                                                                  Kilometer 11                                                                                                                                                                                      www.frankosmaps.com
                      barracuda, shark, and blue marlin. April through August you’ll hook blue marlin,                                    HELI TOUR At                                                                bullfights take place every                                                                     course views and lagoon sunsets.                                                                                Plaza Flamingos                                      Lagoon, just a couple of kilometers up the road toward Downtown on the lagoon side.
                      sailfish, tuna, bonito and dorado. Annual catch-and-release fishing                                                 El Embarcadero                                                              Wednesday at 3:30pm.
                      tournaments are held here.                                                                                          (Kilometer 4)                                                               Introduced to Mexico by                                                                             Green 16 Golf course apartments                                                                                                                                 Le Blanc This adults-only hotel lives up to its billing as the "All Incredible" resort.
                      BOATING Pleasure boat cruises from Cancún to the Nichupte Lagoon, Isla                                              you can board a                                                             the Spanish, bullfighting is                                                                        rented by the day, week or month.
                      Mujeres, Isla Contoy, and other destinations are available every day. Tourists                                      sleek helicopter                                                            now an integral part of                                                                             Ocean Club Spring break spot just                                                                                                                               Hyatt Cancún Caribe 500 meters of fine sand beach fronts one of Cancún's finest
                      are taken across crystal-clear turquoise waters in modern motor yachts,                             for a breath-taking ride down                                                               Mexican culture.                                                                                    a 5 minute walk to the taxis or 10                                                                                                                              resorts. Diners love the renowned Cajun & Creole restaurant, the Blue Bayou.
                      catamarans, and even sloops. Some tours include a snorkeling stop, continental                      and around the Hotel Zone for                                                                                                                                                                   minute walk to the main road buses.
                      breakfast, lunch, and a shopping tour. Sunset and night cruises go to the                           a new view and appreciation of                                                                                                                               PLAZA FLAMINGOS Home to great seafood at Bubba Gump                                                                                                               EL GRAMPIN                   Gran Caribe Real 479 super 5-star suites await happy Cancún honeymooners and families.
                      beaches of Isla Mujeres or feature pirate or Caribbean shows and include                            Cancún's beauty. Wow!                                                                                                                                        and Margaritaville, Pat O'Brien's, plus Outback Steakhouse,                                                                                                                                    Views of the Caribbean and Playa Linda.
                      Mexican buffet dinners.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          Ultrafemme jewelry & perfume, Roxanna's Pharmacy, and more.
                      SNORKELING, SCUBA DIVING The Maya Reef, which runs parallel to the                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              Flamingo Cancún Hotel 260 rooms, kids club, fitness center, great restaurants.
                      coast along the Riviera Maya, is the second longest barrier reef in the world.
                      The Mexican Caribbean is famous for snorkeling and scuba diving. Also, the                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                             Kilometer 12                                         Avalon Bacarra 'Boutique' resort with pool, massage center, and 27 guestrooms/suites.
                      Yucatan Peninsula is full of fresh and salt water holes called "cenotes", which                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 Plaza La Isla
                      create the world's greatest cave and cavern diving.                                                                                                                                                                                                       INTERACTIVE AQUARIUM Located at Km 12.5 in Plaza La Isla in                                                                                                LA HERRADURA                   Avalon Grand All-inclusive four-star resort close to restaurants, shopping, and nightclubs.                              Another Perfect Day
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                the hotel zone, this aquarium, the first of its kind in Latin America,                                                        Kilometer 13                                              Melia Turquesa Features Rande Gerber Lounge, Maxim Pool Bar, and The Level, a private lounge.                               On Cancún's Beach
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                features many species of fish that live in the Caribbean Sea. Its                                                             Plaza Kukulkan
                                                                                                                         TAXI SERVICE If you are willing to trade the much                                                                                                      main attraction is a shark tank where you can have an interactive                                                                                          MPalraliyna                  Park Royal Piramides Sports program for adults and kids, gym, spa, and sauna.
                                                                                                                                         higher price of Taxi transportation for                                                                                                experience with various types of sharks. There is also a fantastic
                                                                                                                                         convenience and personal service, then taxis                                                                                           dolphin swim program.                                                                                                                                                                   Sheraton Tennis courts, mini golf, basketball court, fitness center, and outdoor pool.
                                                                                                                                         are the way to go. You can get to and from                                                                                         PLAZA LA ISLA Shopping plaza with Interactive Aquarium,
                                                                                                                                         any resort, the airport, any attraction, or                                                                                        La Madonna Italian Restaurant, Planet Hollywood, Ultra-                                                                                                        SAN MIGUEL                    Fiesta Americana Grand Aqua Located right next to the fabulous La Isla Shopping Mall.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            femme Jewelry & Perfume, plus other shops, entertainment,                                                                                                                                   Occidental Grand Cancún All-inclusive resort hotel is convenient to the Cancún Convention
                                                                                                                         city from Cancún to the Riviera Maya and beyond 24 hours                                                                                           and a Venice canal with gondola.                                                                                                            Island                                          Center, Plaza La Isla, the Interactive Aquarium, Plaza Kukulkan and the beach.
                                                                                                                         a day. Taxis range from small cars to Suburbans to mini-                                                                                        PLAZA KUKULKAN The largest mall on Cancún's coast features
                                                                                                                         buses in size, so you can travel alone or with a group.                                                                                         stores and restaurants including Ruth's Cris Steak House, 2.02                                                                                                                              Villas Marlin Offers amazing Caribbean views, and is at a handy location for shopping at Kukulkan
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                     Plaza, the largest mall on Cancún's coast. It also has three pools, groceries & tennis.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                     Barcelo Tucancún Beach Four-star all-inclusive resort is right in the heart of
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                     Mexico's hottest nightlife.

EQUINOX SHADOWS OF KUKULKAN On the                                                                                       Sacred Cenote                                                                                                                                        International Restaurant, Roxanna's Pharmacy, and much more.                                                                                                 ARISTOS               Casa Turquesa 33 suites make for a quiet environment to relax and pamper yourself.                                                                                                                                                Green Sea Turtle
Spring and Fall equinox, at sunrise and sunset, the                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 Tortuga Verde
corner of El Castillo casts a shadow in the shape                               Sacred Cenote                                                                                                                                                                                                 Laguna de Nichupte                                                                                                                                              The Royal Sands The Royal Marina offers complimentary sailing lessons, and the resort                        CANCÚN BEACHES Visitors unanimously choose going to
of the plumed serpent Kukulkan along the side of                               (Cenote Sagrado)                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                               offers fun programs for your kids too.                                                                       the beach as the number one activity when visiting Cancún                                                                   (Caguama)
the north staircase of the pyramid. The shadows                                                                                                                                                                                                                          LAGUNA DE NICHUPTE This tranquil 12 km (7.5 mile) by 5 km                                                                                                                                                                                                                                         and the Riviera Maya. In Cancún there is a strip of sandy
of Kukulkan (aka: Quetzalcoatl) slither down the                                                                                                                                                                                                                         (3 mile) lagoon is fed by fresh underground water and connected                                                        Kilometer 14                                               The Ritz-Carlton This luxurious hotel features the Culinary Center, the Kayanta Spa, an                         beach for 21 km along the Hotel Zone. The public is welcome
pyramid with the sun's movement.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                         to the ocean in two places. It is the perfect place for renting a                                                                                                                 oceanfront whirlpool, fitness center, and beauty salon. Ask about the Turtle Camp program.                      everywhere, although there are just a few convenient places
                                                                                        Sa(cSraecdbé)Way                                                                                                                                                                 small boat, jetskiing, sailing and waterskiing. This huge lake                                                         Cancún                                                   Crown Paradise Club Resort Family resort with plenty to keep kids busy including a water park                     to gain access, other than your hotel. Public Beaches include
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                         hosts numerous waterfowl, tons of fish, plus a few crocodiles.                                                                                                                  with a pirate ship and 8 water slides, mini golf, nightly entertainment, and more.                                Playa Linda on Paseo Kukulkán near the Nichupté Bridge. Two
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Pyramid of Kukulkan (El Castillo)                              Snack Bar & Restrooms                                                                                                                                                                 AQUAWORLD Mexico's top marina and tour center offers Cancún and                                                                                                                                     Le Meridien Resort & Spa Features the famous Spa del Mar as well as inhalation rooms, saunas,                     km below Playa Linda on Paseo Kukulkán is Playa Tortuga, where                                                          Queen Triggerfish Ocean Triggerfish
                                                      North Temple                                                                                                                                                                                   Riviera Maya activities, attractions, and sightseeing from this location.                                                                                                                           jacuzzis, cold plunge pools, Swiss showers, and a whirlpool tucked beneath a waterfall.                           the water is calm, but gets deep quickly, making for excellent                                                          Pejepuerco Cachuo Pejepuerco Del Mar
                                                 (Bearded Man Temple)                                                                                                                                                                                Aquaworld offers snorkeling, but is most known for scuba diving,
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                     including certification. You can dive Isla Mujeres or the world-class                                                                                                                   Cancún Palace 601 beautiful guestrooms with private balconies. Recreational facilities include                                snorkeling. A palapa snack bar is here for you. Playa Chac Mool
                                                 Great Ball Court        "NEW"                                  Pyramid of Kukulkan                                                                                                                  reefs of Cozumel. You may also book the fishing excursion of a lifetime.                                                  Kilometer 15                                                  a spa, an outdoor pool, tennis court, and fitness center.                                                                     is south of the Convention Center past Punta Cancún. The water
                                                   Temple of            CHICHÉN                                      (El Castillo)                                                                                                                   See www.aquaworld.com.mx/                                                                                                  Aquaworld                                                  JW Marriott Features 448 opulent guestrooms, each appointed with a 32"                                                          colors here are unbelievable. The water near shore is shallow
                                                  the Jaguars                                                                                                                                                                                  Laguna                                                                                                                                                                                      flat-panel LCD television, wireless internet, and private balcony. Has an A+ spa.                                               for a short 10+ meters, then it drops off into the deep. The
                                                                          Temple of the Skulls                                                                                                                                                del Amor                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                     water may get rough at times. Playa Delfines at the south end
                                                                                (Tzompantli) Wall                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          of the hotel zone is a favorite of locals, since this stretch
                                                                                Platform of Venus                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            Marriott Casamagna Features 452 spacious guestrooms, each appointed with a                                                    has no hotels (yet). Nichupte sunsets from the parking lot                        Rainbow Parrotfish                               Blue Parrotfish
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                             32" flat-panel LCD television, wireless internet and private balcony.                                                         at Playa Delphines are spectacular. A walk anywhere along                          Loro Guacamayo                                     Loro Azul
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                           Gran Melia Cancún Five magnificent Mayan-inspired pyramids host 678 elegant rooms.                                              Cancún's beach is the best free entertainment in the world.
                                                 Entrance                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  The resort features an exclusive 9-hole golf course, and a state-of-the-art spa.
                                                                                                                Temple of the Warriors
                                                 Parking     Platform of                                              (Los Guerreros)                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          Kilometer 16                                                  Fiesta Americana Condensa High quality hotel with large contemporary Mexican-style                             Key:                                                                                                                                   Princess Parrotfish
                                                             the Eagles                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      rooms with private balcony, lounges, pool, and gardens.                                                                                                                                                                                                  Loro Princesa
                                                                                                                   Group of the                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                           Grand Oasis Resort The lobby is characterized by hanging plants and an exotic garden.                              SCUBA SITE
EL CARACOL "The Snail" is an                                 Cafeteria                                          Thousand Columns                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    San PMliagyuaelito                    Also features a spa, land and water sports, a fabulous swimming pool, and golf.                                                                                                      Hawksbill Turtle     Queen Parrotfish
observatory with a stone spiral                               Museum                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      J SNORKELING SITE                                                   Tortuga de Carey          Loro Perico
staircase inside and doors aligned                                                                                (Mil Columnas)                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       Omni Cancún Hotel & Villas Six-star resort with 351 guest rooms, suites, and villas,                                  Hotel/Reosrt                                                      Juvenile
                                                                                                                     Northeast Colonnade                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                               featuring a full-service spa and three cascading pools with ocean views.                                                                                                                                  Juvenile
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      The Royal Mayan Located in the center of Cancún's finest beach, and right next to                                                                                                         Juvenil          Juvenil
to view the vernal equinox, the Gift Shops Restrooms                  Tomb of the                                    Ball Courts  Highway 180                                        MEXICO                                                                                                                                                                                                                                           the San Miguelito Mayan ruins. Features five-star amenities.                                                                                                                                                                                                 Juvenile   Stoplight Parrotfish
Moon's greatest northern and Temple of the                            High Priest                                   Steambath 2                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      The Royal Caribbean Five-star resort with elegantly furnished villas, Royal Yacht                                                                                                                                                                             Juvenil          Loro Viejo
southern declinations, and other Grinding Stones                        (Ossuary)
astronomical events sacred to                                                                                     The Market                                                                                                                                                                            Ruinas                                                                                                                         Club Marina, large swimming pools, a children's pool, and a full service sports center.
Kukulkan, the feathered-serpent                    Wall                                                                                                                                                                                                                                             San Miguelito            Kilometer 17                                                                                            The Royal Islander Located on the highest point of Cancún island. Fully equipped and                                 Major Road

god of the wind and learning.           Temple of                              Cenote                     Wall                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       tastefully decorated villas have everything. Guests can enjoy the amenities of the                                   Point of Interest
                                                                               Xtoloc                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                neighboring Royal Caribbean and Royal Mayan as well as Club Internacional and The Royal Sands.
                                        the Deer                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   Great Parnassus Cancún Five-star resort for families and couples. It has 5 pools, 5 jacuzzis, "Treasure                                                          Porkfish            Queen Angelfish                                                        Rock Beauty
The Observatory (El Caracol) Little Holes                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          Island" water park, "Rain Forest" mini-golf, fitness center, kids clubs, and a movie theatre.                                                                   Pez Puerco           Pez Ángel Reina      Gray Angelfish   French Angelfish Isabelita Medioluto
                                                             The Red House                                                                                                                                                                                               THE HILTON CANCÚN BEACH GOLF COURSE                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      Reef Creature                                                              Pez Ángel Gris  Pez Ángel Francés
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                         Features gorgeous Bermuda manicured fairways,                                                                                                           Hilton Cancún Beach The only property in Cancún with its own championship golf
                                        (Chican-Chob)                                                                                                                                                                                                                    surrounded by a majestic mangrove jungle, full of                                                                                                       course. Features Wellness Spa, 700 yards of beach, and many land and water sports.                                                    English
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                         wildlife next to a beautiful lagoon.                                                                                                                  El Pueblito Beach The fine sands of Playa Delphines that extend in front of this                                                        Espa~nol
                                                 Ball Court           The Observatory Hotels                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   Playa Delphines                                 property are used by sea turtles to nest. The hotel has a replica of the Dolores Church,                     Bi-color Damselfish                                        BluDeCoDhlnoeicwaaemndllaaWWsePrralaaysssaseesoYGeDlrloeonwePcnhleaelRtlaaaadznVoiWterofrridaseshsYeellowCJfoialniqrDureuabtmaisaelfRisehedfeMBaAutrrtirpeeorcsfialfyefishMarBiuptoBtsaeanrdfBleaydnfidsehadaMaBruiptSotpseaorftAflyimnfiasrhilla
                                                                         (El Caracol)                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          where Don Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla proclaimed the beginning of the Mexico's independence                    Jaqueta Coliblanca
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                               on the 16th of September 1810.
                                           "OLD"                      Steambath 1                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          Crown Paradise Club Family-friendly hotel where kids stay free and parents
                                        CHICHÉN                       Iglesia                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              golf for free at Pok Ta Pok. Honeymooners get sparkling wine and a room upgrade.
                                        Edifice of the Nuns                    Temple of Obscure Writing
                                                                                         (Akab Dzib)                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                             Kilometer 18                                           GR Solaris Cancún Visitors enjoy staying and playing at one of three Solaris all-
                                            (Las Monjas)                                                                                                                                                                                                                 RUINAS EL REY Inhabited from the 3rd to 16th
                                                                        Temple of the                     CHICHÉN ITZÁ                                                                                                                                                   centuries, El Rey (The King) are Mayan ruins with                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  Reef Squid             Horse-eye Jack
                                                                      Sculptured Panels                                                                                                                                                                                  a large pyramid, and rock pathways. A jeweled                                                                                                                                                                                                                               Calamar del Arrecife             Jurel Ojón

                      CHICHEN ITZA This Mayan city-state dominated the Yucatan Peninsula during the Classic period                                                                                                                                                       skeleton found here is thought to be a Mayan king.                                                                                       inclusive resort hotels, with live entertainment, family activities and great buffets.                                                                                                                                                                                                          White Grunt
                      (from 500 A.D. to 900 A.D.), during which time the Mayan civilization reached its zenith. The most                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      Ronco Margariteño
                      impressive building from this era is The Observatory (El Caracol). Later, in the 10th century, the                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        Grand Oasis Playa All-inclusive resort with 388 rooms, decorated in Mexican decor.                                                                                                              Tobacco Fish  Hogfish Boquinete  Spanish Hogfish
                      city was invaded and the invaders constructed another series of buildings, including the famous                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                           Includes a spa, water sports, fitness center, and their famous "Infinity Pool".                                                                                            Red Hind                Jácome                           Peja Perro
                      stepped pyramid known as El Castillo and a ball court. By the mid-13th century, Chichen Itza was                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        Condominios Solymar These comfy condos have two swimming pools (including a kids                                                                             Spotted      Mero Colorado
                      largely abandoned as the center of power shifted to Mayapan (100 km west of Chichen Itza). To                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                           pool), and are within walking distance of a golf course and Mayan ruins.                                                  Bar Jack                        Scorpionfish                                                                         White-spotted Eagle Ray
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 Cojinuda Carbonera                   Rascacio Negro                                                                               Chucho Pintado
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              Condominios Brisas Luxurious condos located on Cancún's most pristine stretch of
                      get to Chichen Itza, drive 128 miles (205 kilometers) west from Cancún on Highway 180. The drive                                                                                                                                                                                             Kilometer 19                                                                      white sandy beach, with a stunning view up and down the coast.
                      is two to two-and-a-half hours, and the main road is a toll road. There are signs as you approach                                                                                 Laguna                                                                                                                                                                                      Royal Solaris & Club Solaris Members enjoy the largest Cancún all-inclusive resort with                                                                                                                    Schoolmaster                  Grey Snapper
                      the main site of Chichen Itza that will guide you to the ruins.                                                                                                                 Rio Ingles                                                                                                                                                                                    500 rooms in two towers. Solaris features four swimming pools, a theater with live shows,                                                                                                                  Pargo Dienton  Barred Hamlet  Pargo Prieto
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    mini golf, a mini water park, a laguna marina, and a quiet south Hotel Zone location.                                                                                                                                     Vaca Manchada

    Cancún                                                   NOTE: Use this map and the information contained on                                                                                                                Kamikaze                                                                           Kilometer 20                                                                       Condominios Cancún Plaza This condo-hotel is situated on one of the most beautiful                                    GOrrLaaiByjCnFaseghibrleoPeym-pifsnauCiptsdBaoahBabrtdlCortaCawiaeMnhllsdncauatabCrarñhóerRnotoamHHnieCGcsoETTMroornromoneeeoCmJrgeiyrmaBtiertncteslieanCoounttMtijmroeaagoMedaoñubCebVraaehaChentPAPryaoooraaondgwEEOSnrmAaaefsgeaprrnizipollsSsoaayuohnnnMplOnSggjojaojenetaódratGnepaeTGAnopdarreobSMugrracPmognorinonpirGaSMicntCMeaaSEwatoaaCoynthsatllcodfuealeta~dgCEoFeninadnrrrhseCotoeatednChAoarnoFlCalaeoarñlrRziioTalnlnnloaaueerCdoreAsllbafdCaouoByoltirlombssillorpeárhpaninYBellitlectalBiEMCPeSaloculisnuoopnatFpnawSottrPoyotaneieeLWnrpuTgdrrtijorofjueBagaahesaClbelcOyiayFutheaafeMeijeanlidoses-RCctaestsAhfhoanrMpibircsyiFopahhaRaaAtiAeFlrjandotSmodenrnednadSereéiadcaeGCcaenmorooarciFForulhAlAaCnuanoYnmealGonteCGgmeraGlFdaomllurRúaoraetninouswailatrlsnbMmoltyueeiaamfaySBi-alreEaCmaCSsosSdoRatnsrCGoenrnaealotledaeapTaalTTrhRptelpslalorLrpoaseSlumiiPTecydsrtmtaarporooaSnpeinrCJtzwJet'CdSoousóatOueoenLrhvnvenaaebeSeCgCplmniepnresooCitGCiDoileprrrnCreltejsoaiCaoaaraotrllnobdeneMecrooVtdbaLedlaBaCeBlraleDnslrooralcWeraEraPhuJnGGaiCsSirnamccaliprrSapgdhurCeoCisoadeooidrnaaosnnnlaeóaCCtjlebrggtanaahoHaeBeBMBlraTloarlaSaapirarrAtrlArpiusrioCnrrnoneaCfarotckleCPconetufSirouPwgecndierqdesrhdtabaCuhezaOaalirrjddrcooAarootLberoAodlpfnniEuOiSlgCasClssTasprhraappPuoaanroJiubnnndninltaggejeipjealeqeCaSoSduSeDaCaeqronaBhStuBoEdldmiaiBdieaesn-rsaaTcTaspirCgedMrkooeiaRoullrleonlrefoaalfoatjpiifrribdasosiShslJhnaJChpBunSoeuECrvcnEvsMáSoelaoegtksbwnpraaenSphaiaonrilCoomlellnCronrThgóoiOjnarBuenoauprbCltujeíehonaeSjdErCnóTeeaBTsuonarltlasaurhAqnSMneiugztoklaelaunfartrliash
International                                                it at your own risk. We make no warranties expressed                                                                                                                 Slide                                                                                                                                                               beaches in the world and has a fabulous pool and pool bar, plus two restaurants.
                                                             or implied. For more information about my maps visit                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   Hotetur Beach Paradise All-inclusive resort with scuba lessons in a pool, followed by
   Airport                                                   www.frankosmaps.com. Your comments and suggestions                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                     open ocean dives, a kids club, nightly live entertainment, and a nice honeymoon package.
                                                             for improvements are welcome.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          The Bel Air Collection You can relax and recharge your mind, body and spirit here,
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    because everything at this fantastic beach hotel is dedicated to your well being.
                                                                                                                                                                                     Lazy                                                                                                                                                                                                           El Manglar Exclusive lagoon front hotel may be Cancún's quietest spot.
                                                                                                                                                                                     River                                                                                                                                                                                                          Sun Palace This all-inclusive couples-only hotel, is perfect for honeymooners. Enjoy all
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    kinds of land and watersports, including parasailing in the breeze above turquoise waters.
                                                                                                                                                                                                      Wave                                                                             Kilometer 22
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                      Punta Cancún                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  Villa Nizuk 30 lovely rental villas with a fabulous view to Punta Cancún.
                                    Downtown Cancun                                                                                                                                                                                                                      Kilometer 23
                                                   Aeropuerto                                                                                                                                                                        Dolphinaris                                                                                                                                                    Lahia Fabulous, luxurious oceanfront condos you can own.
                                                                 Puerto Morelos                                                                                                                                                                                                                            Kilometer 21
                                                                                Playa del Carmen                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    The Westin Resort & Spa Each guest room features a stunning Caribbean Sea
                                                                                              Xcaret                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                or lagoon view. The resort features the Heavenly Spa, and four outdoor pools. Black Durgon
                                                                                                             Puerto Aventuras                                                        WET 'N WILD                                                                                                                                                                                                              Club Med This family resort features modern Mexican culture. Your                           Calafate Negro
                                                                                                                            Akumal                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                           Punta
                                                                                                                                          Xel Ha                                                                                                   Kilometer 24                                                                                                                              Nizuc            kids will have a fabulous time at Mini Club Med and Club Med Passworld.
                                                                                                                                                         Tulum
                                                                                                                                                                       Chichen Itza                                                                                                                 Canal
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    Nizuc
     Punta Cancún        0/0      9/5    23/14    42/26       74/46    78/49   104/65   108/67                  128/80   137/85   214/133                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       PUNTA NIZUC
Downtown Cancun          9/5      0/0     14/9    33/21       65/41    69/44    95/60    99/61                  119/75   128/80   205/128
                       23/14     14/9      0/0    19/12       51/32    55/35    81/51    85/53                  105/66   114/71   228/142                                                                                       Kilometer 25                             WET 'N WILD (PARQUE NIZUC) WATERPARK Wet 'n Wild is                                                                                                                                                                         Black Grouper Abadejo                                                                                                                                                                      '
        Aeropuerto     42/26    33/21    19/12                32/20    36/23    62/39    66/41                   86/54    95/59   247/154                                                                                                                                THE Riviera Maya water park, covering 18 acres with 9 attractions,                                                                                                                                                       Cleaning Goby                                                                                                                                                                    ‘
   Puerto Morelos      74/46    65/41    51/32      0/0                         30/19    34/21                   54/34    63/39   279/173                                                                                                                                plus 800 feet (278 meters) of lovely white sand beach. This is a                                                           NIZUC REEF                                           Palometa                 Nassau Grouper
Playa del Carmen       78/49    69/44    55/35    32/20         0/0      4/3    26/16    30/18                   50/31    59/37   283/176                                                                                                                                family spot with a Wave Pool, a Lazy River, and a thrill ride called                                                                                                            Palometa                   Mero Criollo    Limpiador                                                                                                                                                        '
                      104/65    95/60    81/51    36/23         4/3      0/0                                     24/15    33/20   309/192                                                                                                                                Kamikaze. Park Nizuc is the home of Dolphinaris, where you can                                                                                                                                                                Gobio                                                                                                                                     '
              Xcaret  108/67    99/61    85/53    62/39       30/19    26/16      0/0      4/3                   20/13    29/18   313/195                                                                                                                                swim with and interact with dolphins and California sea lions. To
Puerto Aventuras      128/80   119/75   105/66    66/41       34/21    30/18      4/3      0/0                                    333/208                                                                                                                                go along with this unforgettable experience, you might want to                                                                                 Tiger Grouper Cuna Gata                           Jawfish                                                                                          '
                      137/85   128/80   114/71    84/54       54/34    50/31    24/15    20/13                     0/0      9/6   343/213                                                                                                                                purchase a personal souvenir video.                                                                                                                                 Southern Stingray        Pez Mandibula
             Akumal   214/133  205/118  228/142   95/59       63/39    59/37    33/20    29/18                     9/6      0/0
              Xel Ha                             247/154     279/173  283/176  309/192  313/195                 333/208  343/213     0/0                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        Peacock Flounder                           Raya Latigo Americana                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   Matajuelo
               Tulum                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            Lenguado Pavón
      Chichen Itza                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   Cozumel Splendid           Yellowstriped                   Long-spined                  Yellow Stingray Sea Cucumber
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        Nurse Shark                         Queen Conch                     Toadfish              Goatfish         Sand Diver   Sea Urchin                    Raya Pintada Pepino del Mar                                     Spiny Lobster
                                                 Distance Table Kilometers/Miles                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                     Garden Eel       Tiburón Nódriza                       Concha Reina             Pez  Sapo Espléndido  Salmonete Amarillo      Pez Lagarto  Erizo Negro                                                                                      Langosta

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Copyright July 2008 by Frank M. Nielsen, Corona, California 92882 “Franko Maps, Ltd.” email: franko@frankosmaps.com website: www.frankosmaps.com                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      The creator and seller of this map is in no way responsible for violation of law, injury or damage in connection with the use of this map.
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