Merida,
founded in 1542, is the
capital of Yucatan State. Located in the southeast of Mexico it is one of
the main gateways to the magic Mayan world, Cancun, and other Caribbean
resorts. Near white sandy and quiet beaches, archeological Mayan
zones including Chichen Itza, Uxmal, Dzibichaltun, and ecological
sites.
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With
beautiful nature reservations within easy driving distances. Merida is
one of the most attractive tourist destinations in the world and has been
nominated the first Latin American Capital of Culture. This town can offer the
visitor museums of pre-Columbian and contemporary art, traditional and
classic music concerts, literature, theater, gastronomic delights and many other
spectacular activities in the most charming and fascinating viceregal
buildings and parks with traditional atmosphere. As the capital, Merida counts with
a modern infrastructure to enjoy a
large variety of activities in the city and surrounding areas.
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Sports like swimming, diving, windsurfing, fishing, camping, hunting, etc., and
shopping centers, cinemas, restaurants, night activities,
sightseeing, etc are readily available.
Immersed in a dynamic economic development, Merida is the business center of
the Yucatan peninsula. ITS PRIVILEGED GEOGRAPHICAL situation permits the easy commercial
and cultural relations with the United States, Europe, Central and
South America and the rest of the world.
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HOW
YOU CAN ARRIVE IN MERIDA.
You
can arrive in Merida by plane from anywhere. The best connection point
is through Miami Fl and Houston Tex (USA), also though Mexico City
and Cancun, Mexico.
Merida
has the following airline services: Mexicana, Aeromexico, Continental
Airlines.
Flights
from Cancun to Merida are
available twice a day.
First
class bus transportation from Cancun
to Merida is available
almost every hour.
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GENERAL
RECOMMENDATIONS.
For
a pleasant stay we suggest taking the following equipment.
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Camera
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Sun
block
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Insect Repellent
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Backpack
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Short
or long trousers
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Snorkeling
equipment
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Swim
suit
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Cap
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Rubbersoled
shoes
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Towel
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Shirt
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Sunglasses
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Long distance phone card
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Spanish dictionary
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HOLIDAY
LIST
| FEBRUARY
5 |
MEXICAN LEGAL HOLIDAY
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| MARCH
6 AND 7
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MARDI GRAS
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| MARCH
21
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BENITO JUAREZ S MEMORIAL DAY
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| APRIL
15 TO 30
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SPRING BREAK
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MAY
01
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MEXICAN LEGAL HOLIDAY
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MAY
05
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MEXICAN LEGAL HOLIDAY
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| MAY
10
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MOTHERS DAY
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| SEPTEMBER
16
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INDEPENDENCE DAY
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| OCTOBER
12 |
CRHISTOPHER COLUMBUS DAY
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| NOVEMBER
1 AND 2
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DAY OF THE DEAD
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DECEMBER
12
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VIRGIN DE GUADALUPE S DAY
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| DECEMBER
25
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CHRISTMAS DAY
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| DECEMBER
31
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NEW YEARS DAY
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