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Mayan Explorer
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Ports of Call
Mayan Explorer
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New York , United States
Cancun, Mexico
Merida, Mexico
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Palenque, Mexico
Panajachel, Guatemala
Chichicastenango, Guatemala
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Antigua, Antigua/Barbuda
Flores, Guatemala
Playa Del Carmen, Mexico
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New York , United States
Flight to Cancun, Mexico.
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Cancun, Mexico
As Mexico's most modern Caribbean resort, Cancun boasts attractive beaches, luxurious hotels, excellent weather, and a central location close to Mayan ruins. Day trips to the archeological sites of Chichen Itza, Tulum, and Coba are popular with visitors, as are water sports off the gorgeous islands of Cozumel and Isla Mujeres.
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Merida, Mexico
Being centrally located, Merida is a practical hub to explore all of the splendors of the Yucatan Peninsula. Merida depicts much of the splendor of Colonial Mexico. The Spanish Conquistador Francisco de Montejo founded Merida in 1542 on the site of a former Mayan city he destroyed. Cut off from the rest of Mexico for many years because of the difficulty in communicating by train and highway, the Yucatecans became somewhat independent, having more contact with European and US Gulf Coast cities and life-styles.
Splendid regional dishes and traditional music and dances local to this region are found in restaurants, theatres and shops housed in palatial mansions along Paseo de Montejo - a boulevard fashioned after Paris' Champs Elysée.
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Palenque, Mexico
The Palenque Ruins are impressive indeed, particularly the Pyramid of the Inscriptions, where a large sarcophagus was found, containing the mummified remains of the Lord Pakal. The site's many temples, with fantastic comb-like decorations on their intact roofs, and the sculptured wall panels, are undoubtedly amongst the most exquisite achievements of the Maya. The surrounding jungle growth and its bird life are sure to be as fascinating as the ruins.
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Panajachel, Guatemala
Panajachel, on the shores of the Guatemala's Lake Atitlan ofers an important view of Maya culture. Also, Atitlan is considered by many to be one of the most beautiful lakes in the world, at an altitude of 1580 meters.
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Chichicastenango, Guatemala
The city of Chichicastenango is located in the Guatemalan Highlands, the place of traditional dress, which means brilliant colors. The hand-made clothing is made using the brightest color dyes available. Be sure to bring plenty of color film. The best place to see the brightest array of color is probably the Central Market in Chichicastenango. The market represents the largest indigenous trade center in Guatemala, if not all of Central America. Each Thursday and Sunday, the Mayan people from the surrounding areas gather to buy and sell.
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Antigua, Antigua/Barbuda
The first settlement on the island we now know as Antigua was not established until the 1600's, when English settlers arrived. Antigua remained a part of the British Commonwealth until its independence in 1981. Today, Antigua is a popular vacation destination, attracting tourists with its ideal climate, 366 beautiful beaches and leisurely lifestyle.
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Flores, Guatemala
Flores is situated on Lake Peten Itza. You can explore itmaking a relaxing boat trip on the Lake or you can be spent enjoying the local colour and culture of Flores and shopping for Guatemalan goodies in the many tiny shops.
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Playa Del Carmen, Mexico
Imagine soft, sandy beaches lined with swaying palms only steps from the soothing clear waters of the Caribbean. You're in Playa del Carmen, and you think you're in heaven. It's lovely, tranquil and inviting. Then, step off the beach and step into the charming shops along the pedestrian walkway and take away everything from handcrafted silver jewelry to delicately embroidered clothing and all kinds of things beautifully and locally made, Not enough? Take a little day trip and visit the Mayan ruins overlooking the Caribbean at Tulum. Or visit the natural aquariums at Xel-ha and the nearby park at Xcaret.
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* Notice: All information provided on this site was correct at time of publishing, but subject to change at the hotel. Photos and pictures do not necessarily correspond to the text descriptions next to them.
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