Located on the Yucatan Peninsula in Mexico's easternmost state Quintana Roo, Cancun is a coastal city and home to approximately 705,000 residents. It is situated on the Yucatan Channel, a strait between Mexico and Cuba that connects the Gulf of Mexico with the Caribbean Sea and is a region also often referred to as the Mexican Caribbean or the Mayan Riviera. Luxury Cancun hotels offer lavish rooms with excellent facilities to ensure that your trip to Cancun is a memorable one.
Cancun is described as having a tropical climate with an annual average temperature of 81 F. Sea breezes restrict the temperature from reaching the highs prevalent in the inland areas of the Yucatan Peninsula; nevertheless, temperatures remain largely constant throughout the year. The state's tropical storm season extends from May to December although the rainy season often persists into January. Despite being located in one of the Caribbean's main hurricane impact zones, the city has rarely experienced any direct, devastating hits.
The city is globally identified as a balneario, a latin American seaside resort which attracts foreign visitors, particularly during festival periods and is characterized by beaches, a hot climate and popularity as a seasonal destination. Across Cancun are countless sights to see and activities for visitors to get involved in. Spas, water-sports and golf are all popular choices. However, for those with a desire to experience something a little different a variety of adventure and ecotourism tours are available. These include ecological theme parks where visitors can observe beautiful florae, see wildlife in its natural habitat and snorkel and swim in some of Mexico's most spectacular waters. Swimming with dolphins is also a universal favorite. For those interested in the cultural and historical heritage of the nation, sites such as Chichen Itza are a must. This large archaeological site was built by the Maya civilization. Mayan culture is renowned for its remarkable art and extraordinary architecture and so experiencing just a taster of the Mayan civilization is an opportunity not to be missed; tours can be arranged through luxury Cancun hotels or various tour operators.
Mexico is a nation renowned for its fondness of parties and celebrations and Cancun is no exception when it comes to the number of annual festivities it hosts. In early November, Mexicans across the length and breadth of the country celebrate el dia de los muertos, the 'day of the dead'. A full twenty four hours of festivities take place, where the lives of family members who have passed on are remembered and rejoiced in. Cancun International Film Festival comes later in the same month. Largely religious themed Easter celebrations take place in early April and in mid-May the city hosts a series of celebratory events in relation to the Cancun International Gay Festival, including live music, parties, beach barbeques and dressing up in elaborate costumes.
Three quarters of the hotels in Cancun have been given a five star rating and so one can be sure that luxury Cancun hotels will provide lavish rooms and outstanding facilities. The majority of the hotels within the city are located in the hotel zone, 17 miles of beachfront overlooking the Bay, the Nichupte Lagoon and the crystal clear waters of the Caribbean Sea. Facilities and services provided by luxury Cancun hotels commonly include hotel restaurants and bars, dining areas, meeting space, use of a swimming pool and spa services, fitness facilities, car rental, currency exchange, laundry services, parking, hi-speed internet access, air conditioning and even aquatic activities and direct access to the unspoiled white sandy beaches. Aside from the quality hotels, the zone is also home to five substantial shopping centers, restaurants offering national and international cuisine, bars, discos and clubs, an archaeological site, an aquatic park and aquatic activity centers. The zone is within 30 minutes of the city's International Airport, a busy and newly modernised airport which boasts up to date and efficient facilities and services.
Traveling around the city is made easy by cheap and frequent access to a wide spread bus service. Buses from the Airport to the downtown operate on an hourly basis and from the downtown bus terminal one can find regular services to all parts of Mexico. Taxis are a popular alternative to the former option of public transportation, although tourists are advised to check fares prior to their journey which can often be done through the hotel reception or via a list of regular fares in the anteroom of luxury Cancun hotels.
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