Spanish, 67 indigenous languages
Mexican peso
GMT – 6 in winter, GMT – 7 in summer
1 January: New Year
1st Monday of February: Constitution Day
3rd Monday of November: Birth of Benito Juárez
March / April: Holy Week
1 May: International Workers' Day
5 May: Cinco de Mayo (The Day of the Battle of Puebla)
16 September: Independence Day
1 November: Day of the Dead
3rd Monday of November: Revolution Day
12 December: Day of the Virgin of Guadalupe
25 December: Christmas
This young city, located just 45 minutes from Cancun airport, offers an ideal setting to enjoy the Mexican Caribbean with white sandy beaches, crystal clear waters and beautiful coral reefs teeming with amazing marine life.
In addition to practising all kinds of water sports, like snorkelling, diving, fishing, parasailing, and more, visiting the nearest archaeological sites, experiencing the typical natural pools in the area or having a fun family day at any of the water parks, the city itself offers a pleasant atmosphere on Quinta Avenida, a pedestrian street with excellent shops and boutiques, and a fun nightlife.