"Tommus" wrote in message
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> My wife and I are going to the Yucatan for the first two weeks of Jan
> 05. We will fly into Cancun and plan to make a circuit from Cancun to
> Merida to Chetumal and back. Of course, we want to stop off and see a
> fair number of Mayan ruins, cenotes, small towns, etc. Given the
> amount of time we have, should we rent a car or ride the buses?
There LOTS of buses and combis in that area, particularly in the Cancun
to Tulum corridor--they're cheap and easy. Taxis are also readily available
and cheap by American standards. Another option is to rent a taxi with the
driver. A rental car will run around $25/day or more--you'll be there during
the busy season--plus another $25/day for the damage waiver. Many credit
card companies will cover the damage waiver when you use their card for the
rental--check with yours for details. That time of year I'd reserve one in
advance. Avis and many other large companies have agencies near the airport
terminal in Cancun.
>How about hitchhiking?
It's not all that common in Mexico and not a particularly good idea. It
won't really save you much money because if a Mexican picks you up the
expectation is that you will help with expenses. It doesn't really pass most
sane people's cost/benefit/risk analysis.
> Is 2 weeks enough for this schedule? We don't want to spend most of
> our time in transit.
Yes, but you'll want reservations for rooms anywhere from Cancun to
Tulum that time of year. A rental car will save you some transit time.
> Also, any recommendations for laid-back, inexpensive beach
> cabana/camping on the coast south of Cancun?
Tulum is very popular with counter-culture types and you're best bet for
that sort of thing. I'd suggest buying a good guidebook and reading a few
more for specific recommendations. If you make it to Uxmal I particularly
recommend Sacbe Cabins and Camping on the other side of nearby Santa Elena
from the ruins--best meals and prices in the area, along with a beautiful
location.
TB
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