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Daylight Saving Time in Cancun

Mexico observes Daylight Saving Time on a different schedule than the US and Canada. Also, different states within Mexico change their clocks on different days.  Confusing? Let me help explain.

Starting in 2010, the border states of Mexico with the US change their clock the same as the US does. The Mexican cities and states are:

City, State
Acuna, Coahuila
Anahuac, Nuevo Leon
Juarez, Chihuahua
Matamoros, Tamaulipas
Mexicali, Baja California
Nuevo Laredo, Tamaulipas
Ojinaga, Chihuahua
Piedras Negras, Coahuila
Reynosa, Tamaulipas
Tijuana, Baja California

US and Border States of Mexico
2012 11 March 2012 4 November 2012
2013 10 March 2013 3 November 2013
2014 9 March 2014 2 November 2014
2015 8 March 2015 1 November 2015

This was done to facilitate the commerce between the US and the Mexican border states. Here in Cancun, for the 3 weeks between the time the US changes and we change, it is confusing and chaotic. Some travelers to Cancun and the Riviera Maya have a difficult time figuring out their flight times. Here in Cancun we are on Central Standard Time (CST), but for those 3 weeks between time changes we are an hour different.

Now, for the rest of Mexico, including Cancun and Riviera Maya.

Cancun & Riviera Maya Mexico
2012 April 1 October 28
2013 April 7 October 27
2014 April 6 October 26
2015 April 5 October 25

I hope this information helps you understand the Daylight Saving Time differences between the US and Mexico.

2009 Cancun and Riviera Maya Hotel Rates now available

If you are looking to book a Hotel, Susan in Cancun and I can help you. If you have anything in particular you would like to check, you may ask here or via e-mail. We have Very Favorable rates for the Palace Resorts. :)

Also, through our Mexican Partners International Travel Consultants, we have rates for all localities in Mexico and Guatemala.

Keep in mind, our rates Always include IVA Tax. Sometimes on the internet you’ll see great rates, but just before you book, 12% is added on for taxes.

Additionally, for Cancun we offer the CanDo Cancun Map & Guide, the 2 for 1 Cancun Dining Card, and 50% offf Round Trip Airport transfers. Tim

Grand Coco Bay Playa del Carmen Promotion

Located just 30 miles south of Cancun, Grand Coco Bay is the perfect compliment to the white sandy beaches and turquoise waters of this world renowned tropical paradise. Nestled on a lengthy stretch of beach, just a short walk from the picturesque town of Playa del Carmen, you will enjoy our personalized service, the privacy you desire in a resort destination and the entertainment of one of the best night life’s the Mayan Riviera has to offer.

$ 113.00 USD PER SINGLE ROOM PER NIGHT IN AN ALL INCLUSIVE PLAN

$ 150.00 USD PER DOUBLE ROOM PER NIGHT IN AN ALL INCLUSIVE PLAN

$ 219.00 USD PER TRIPLE ROOM PER NIGHT IN AN ALL INCLUSIVE PLAN

2 MINORS UP TO 12 YEARS FREE OF CHARGE SHARING THE ROOM WITH THEIR PARENTS

BOOK RESERVATIONS PERIOD: OCTOBER 1 TO NOVEMBER 15, 2008

TRAVEL PERIOD: NOVEMBER 01 TO DECEMBER 13, 2008

PROMOTION CODE: CVI07

Please contact Susan in Cancun for Reservations www.cancunblog.info

Please remember, all our prices Include all taxes and fees. The price you see is the price you get.

New on Cancun and the Riviera Maya

Forecast for the Riviera Maya including Sunrise, Sunset, and Moon Phase

Check it out: Click here. Tim

Cancun and Riviera Maya Online Friends

One thing that is Great about Cancun and Riviera Maya online friends, is their willingness to help newbies out, and sharing information with newbies and oldies. :) Some of my online friends I have known for over 10 years! Our accumulated vacation experience is a treasure trove of information for those seeking help with their vacation planning.

Here are just a few really cool posts form the past couple of weeks: Looking for a great beach south of Playa del Carmen; Tipping at an All Inclusive; How to buy Timeshare; Should you take Traveler’s checks?; Are you going to Cancun despite the economy?

These are just a few topics that may be of some interest to you. :) And of course, we are all looking for decent Air Fare!!! Tim