Archive for June, 2009

Stings, Bites and Poisoning from Dangerous Marine Animals

Tuesday, June 30th, 2009

Jellyfish
Many of Mexico’s most beautiful beaches harbor the treacherous jellyfish. Twenty or more species are common in the waters around Mexico; most cause painful stings. Some are harmless but even a few rare species can be fatal. Jellyfish tentacles are armed with thousands of tiny needle-like filaments that can deliver small doses of venom [...]

Jet Lag and Motion Sickness for Travelers to Cancun

Sunday, June 21st, 2009

Jet Lag
Your body is regulated by light/dark cycles that trigger the rhythmic release of hormones throughout the day. When you cross multiple time zones, you are exposed to light and darkness at uncommon times. As a result, your natural hormonal rhythms may be drastically disrupted, creating symptoms such as daytime fatigue, reduced mental and physical [...]

Only In Cancun…

Thursday, June 18th, 2009

Recently, in Walmart, I came across this unmanned, open bar. This is definitely one for the “Only in Cancun” file.

Cancun Beach pics and Update

Wednesday, June 10th, 2009

I thought I would post some beach pictures my friend Michelle sent me. They are of the Solymar beach in Cancun.

I asked Michelle about the beaches at the southern end of the hotel zone. Here is what she had to say:
its perfect here, all the way from El Pueblito to Club Med….we float [...]

Hilton Cancun Superior Ocean View Room from $38.50 a night. Kids Free

Tuesday, June 9th, 2009

Valid: June 08 to September 30, 2009
$77 a night for 1 person.
$38.50 a night per person for double or triple occupancy.
2 children up to 12 years Free, and kids eat free when accompanied by an adult at the Hilton Cancun’s Restaurants.
Book quickly! You will not see rates like this again!
Taxes Included!!
Contact Susan in Cancun [...]

Newsy bits about Cancun and the Riviera Maya

Tuesday, June 2nd, 2009

Quintana Roo to host World Environment Day.
The festivities for World Environment Day this June 5th will take place on a great stage: the natural landscapes of Quintana Roo. The celebration will be televised to over 180 countries around the globe and according to the Environmental and Natural Resources Secretary, Juan Elvira, Quintana Roo has already [...]


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