To clarify the clear water comments, the soft sand can make the water cloudy at shore, but there are several gorgeous beaches along the Riviera Maya, many away from the mega-resort beaches. Disagree, we’ve returned year after year and even built a home in the RM because the water is so spectacularly clear. Where is […]
Is the ocean swimmable in Los Cabos?
But can you swim in Cabo? Yes, but only in certain beaches designated for swimming.Many beaches are closed to swimmers because they aren’t safe—steep ocean floor drop-offs close to shore create strong waves and undercurrents, making it dangerous to enter the water. Can you swim in the ocean at Los Cabos? Many of the most […]
What Mexico City was built on a lake?
Tenochtitlan. Unsourced material may be challenged and removed. Lake Texcoco (Spanish: Lago de Texcoco) was a natural lake within the “Anahuac” or Valley of Mexico. Lake Texcoco is best known as where the Aztecs built the city of Tenochtitlan, which was located on an island within the lake. How was Tenochtitlan built on water? Tenochtitlan, […]
Is the seaweed bad in Cancun?
In the Caribbean, seaweed season is generally May to October. The worst time for seaweed in Cancun, the Dominican Republic and much of the Caribbean is during the summer months.Check out our Guide to Caribbean Beaches without Sargassum Seaweed for 2020. Is the seaweed bad in Cancun right now? Will The Seaweed Ruin My Vacation […]
Is Oaxaca cheaper than Mexico City?
Mexico City is 25% more expensive than Oaxaca. Is Oaxaca Mexico cheap? Oaxaca City is very affordable, with expats reporting that total monthly expenses can run from as little as $900 upwards of $1,500, including rent. Is Mexico City an expensive city? Summary about cost of living in Mexico City, Mexico: Family of four estimated […]
Is Riviera Maya a city?
It is the most recognized city for tourism worldwide and from where the confusion starts. The Riviera Maya begins in the city of Puerto Morelos and reaches as far as Punta Allen to the south, passing through cities with a lot of tourism like Playa del Carmen, Cozumel, Akumal, Tulum, among others. Is Riviera Maya […]
Did Mexico City used to be a lake?
Early History During the Aztec period, Mexico City was initially built over a lake, the Lago de Texcoco. Aztecs built an artificial island by dumping soil into the lagoon. Later, the Spaniards erected a second Mexico City atop the ruins of Tenochtitlán. Tenochtitlán was founded in 1325 A.D. by the Mexicas. Was Mexico City built […]
Is Puerto Vallarta good for partying?
Where to party? well for the most part Puerto Vallarta is not Cancun or the Aruba, but it is a great place to have fun and not break the bank. There is a wide selection of things to do at night, whether you’re the party type or just the relaxed wine drinker. Does Puerto Vallarta […]
What is the nicest beach in Cancun?
The following are some of the best beaches in Cancun for you to explore. Playa Chac Mool. Playa Delfines. Tulum Beach. Playa Norte Isla Mujeres. Playacar Beach. Sian Ka’an Biosphere Reserve. Playa Maroma. Akumal Beach. Which is the best beach in Cancun? 14 Best Beaches in Cancun Playa Delfines. Playa Delfines. Costa Mujeres. Isla Blanca, […]
Is Puerto Vallarta safe?
Puerto Vallarta is said to be a very safe area with an unusually low crime rate. The area makes most of its living through tourism, so there is a definite interest in keeping tourists (and residents) safe and secure. Is Puerto Vallarta safe for tourists? At the moment, Puerto Vallarta has low crime rates – […]
When was Mexico City built?
The city now known as Mexico City was founded as Mexico Tenochtitlan in 1325 and a century later became the dominant city-state of the Aztec Triple Alliance, formed in 1430 and composed of Tenochtitlan, Texcoco, and Tlacopan. Who was in Mexico City before the Aztecs? Many matured into advanced pre-Columbian Mesoamerican civilizations such as the: […]
Why is the water in Cancun Brown?
When the seaweed is not collected and taken away promptly, such as at areas located outside the resorts (as shown below in an unoccupied part of the coast near Playa del Carmen), it can decay and create a very thick, brown layer of water all around the shoreline. Why is the water dirty in Cancun? […]
Are there private beaches in Cancun?
Legally there are no private beaches in the country. However, the all-inclusive resorts don’t let just anybody hang around. If they don’t have a Hotel band, security will convince them to move down the beach. The Dreams Cancun is an all-inclusive premium alcohol Hotel. Can beaches be private in Mexico? In legal terms, there is […]
How far can you drive in Mexico?
You can drive anywhere in the state of Baja and any border towns without the sticker, but get any further than 30-40 miles from town and you’ll risk having your car impounded if you don’t have the necessary documents. Is it safe to drive all the way through Mexico? Firstly, driving through Mexico is quite […]
Can I receive my Social Security benefits in Mexico?
No, U.S. citizens can collect social security in Mexico. There are a few countries the U.S. will not send benefits to and your payments are withheld until you return to the US, but Mexico is not one of them. Can I still collect Social Security if I move to Mexico? Yes, you can claim your […]