Driving from Cancun to Merida?

Hello, my wife and I will be spending five days in Playa Del Carmen then driving to Merida for two nights. We watched several HGTV shows about Merida and are truly captivated by it. We have been to Mexico before, but never Merida. If Merida is anything like it appears on TV we want to buy a vacation home there, hence the visit.

So my question, we have rented a car before in Playa Del Carmen and driving to Tulum with no problems. How safe is it to drive from Playa Del Carmen to Merida? I’m guess it will take around five hours or so which is no problem because the sights of Mexico are truly breathtaking. I guess I might be one of the fools who have heard too many horror stories about the police in Mexico robbing tourists. So please forgive my stupidity. I don’t mean to offend anyone who lives in Mexico or owns a home there. If anything, I’m jealous of you. Any and all advice would be great appreciated.

Is the drive safe? How bad is the traffic in Merida? Is there a car rental company you would recommend? We have used Avis in the past (The Avis in Playa Del Carmen, not the one in Cancun)

We will also be in Merida for New Years, does the city celebrate New Years the same way we do in Canada?

Thanks
Steve
tattoosteve1971@hotmail.com

Forget about renting a car. Bus travel in Mexico is so superior to Greyhound in the USA or Canada. Hey, go like the common locals in Mexico. Take a deluxe coach to Merida. They leave every 30 minutes, both ways. If you want to rent a car in Merida, go ahead. . .

Merida/Progreso Motorcycle Rental?

I am vacationing in Merida/Progreso in July of 2007. We have already rented a car, but we’d like to also rent a motorcycle for the week. Any suggestions as to where I might find one?

In Progreso I think there are guys that rent scooters when the cruise ship is in so they might also rent for a week. I also know that there is scooter rental at the Reef hotel/resort near Telchac Puerto. Both these may be seasonal though but I doubt it since I understand the area is much busier in the summer than in the winter when I’ve been there. I’m not sure how useful these will be if you are looking for a motorcycle they may or may not have those.

Here’s a page of car rental places maybe they could help you out:

http://www.yucatantoday.com/transportation/eng-car-rentals.htm

Good luck.

How cheap is the clothes and food in Cancun, Cozumel and Merida, Mexico?

How cheap is the clothes and food in Cancun, Cozumel and Merida, Mexico?
I am going for a week for vacation. Out of these 3 cities, which one is the cheapest for buying?
What can I expect and how cheap would things be? (American Currency)

of the 3 merida is the cheapest in that there are fewer american tourists there… cancun and cozumel get more tourists who are fine to stay in the hotel zone and pay those high hotel zone prices. even cancun and cozumel can be cheap if you know where to go and how to bargain…unfortunately you have to speak spanish to really take advantage….and be paying in pesos. a lot of times, locals will charge american tourists more because they usually dont haggle… it part of the process, its expected. if they dont play the game, walk away…someone will give you the price you want to pay. cancun is the priciest of the 3 but it depends on where you go… pay less and go to mercado 28 if you want cheap seafood instead of the hotel zone. hop on the bus to cuidad cancun and ask a cab to take you there… its where the locals eat and the prices are what you are looking for.

Hotels Merida Yucatan – Luxury Guesthouse and Hotels in Merida, Mexico

What is in the news about Hotels in Merida and Guesthouses in Merida, Yucatan

Euro Hotel Rooms | Luxury hotels in Merida | Euro Hotel Rooms

Many people are getting bored of Luxury hotels in Merida in resorts that have been largely influenced by British tourism, but it can be hard to find somewhere new. Luckily the increase in cheap flights to exciting European destinations …

Publish Date: 04/19/2011 2:00

http://www.eurohotelrooms.co.uk/blog/2011/04/19/luxury-hotels-in-merida/

Experience The Safest Corner Of Mexico On A Vacation In Merida …

Although, this is no secret, so it’s essential to reserve something well in advance to guarantee that you will be able to grab reservations with Merida hotel options that include a pool. Locally there are a lot of attractions, such as a …

Publish Date: 04/14/2011 22:23

http://www.buenaventuracolombia.co/experience-the-safest-corner-of-mexico-on-a-vacation-in-Hotel Luz En Yucatan in Merida was Great | Mayan Trip ~ Searching …

Hotel Luz en Yucatan in the historic center of Merida is a great little oasis. After a long 14 hour bus ride I arrived in Merida at 8:30 in the morning and took a taxi from the bus station straight to the hotel. …

Publish Date: 04/05/2011 11:54

http://mayantrip.com/2011/04/05/hotel-luz-en-yucatan-merida-was-great/

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Travel Yucatan Small Hotels | Travel The World

… Cancun & the Yucatan For Dummies, Second Edition, includes: Down-to-earth trip-planning advice What you shouldn’t miss—and what you can skip The best hotels and restaurants for every budget Handy Post-it Flags to mark …

Publish Date: 04/02/2011 18:27

http://www.bluelamptravel.com/travel-yucatan-small-hotels/

Mexico: New W Hotels planned for Mexico City and Yucatan coast

Meier, architect of the Getty Center in Los Angeles, also is set to design the W Retreat & Spa Kanai – Riviera Maya on the eastern coast of the Yucatan Peninsula. The 180-room hotel will be the centerpiece of a beachfront resort …

Publish Date: 04/13/2011 8:03

http://hotel.sigmablog.com/2011/04/13/mexico-new-w-hotels-planned-for-mexico-city-and-yucatan-coast/

Tweets About Hotels in Merida:

By Manuelcozumel at 04/18/2011 14:36

Videos about Hotels in Merida:

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Hotel del Peregrino

Hotel del Peregrino is a colonial house that has been tastefully re-modelled into a beautiful hotel located in Merida, Yucatan, Mexico. Hotel del Peregrino is ideal for the discriminating and frugal traveler. All of our lovely, Mexican style, private …

Mi Esquina – Merida Hotels – Merida Guesthouse

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Yucatan Mexico – Mayan Village Vacation Rental

Video tour of Sac Nicté – a unique mayan village vacation rental – and the village of Chunkanán with its spectacular cenotes. Rent these three mayan cabañas with a large private pool, set in extensive tropical gardens. 50 km southeast of Merida, Sac Nicté is the ideal base for exploring cenotes and archaeological sites in the mayan world. www.mayanvillagerental.com

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Merida Tour by TripAdvisor TripWow

http://tripwow.tripadvisor.com/tripwow/ta-009b-1ab0-dfee?ytv=1 – Tour of Merida, Mexico created at tripwow.tripadvisor.com by TravelPod

TripAdvisor™ TripWow Slideshow of Merida by TravelPod.

Title: Slideshow Of Merida

Cities visited on this trip:
– Merida, Yucatan Peninsula, Mexico
– Tulum, Yucatan Peninsula, Mexico
– Oaxaca, Central Mexico and Gulf Coast, Mexico

Photos in this video:
“The black Jesus in Chatedral de San Ildefonso”
from a blog entry titled “Merida and Celestun”
by TravelPod member tanja

“At the silver shop with Betty and her friend”
from a blog entry titled “¡Hola de Mexico!”
by TravelPod member candyandray

“Angelic eyes watching my in the bathroom!”
from a blog entry titled “Angelic eyes and 16 hours of sleep”
by TravelPod member off_road_clara

“Carnival, Friday night in Merida, Mexico”
from a blog entry titled “Carnival, Friday night”
by TravelPod member patoddcincy

“Ruined out already, time for a swim.”
from a blog entry titled “Touring Yucatan and Quanta Roo”
by TravelPod member danijon

“Carnival, Friday night Merida, Mexico”
from a blog entry titled “Carnival, Friday night”
by TravelPod member patoddcincy

“Laekre melon og jordbaer drinks.”
from a blog entry titled “Afslapning paa Nomadas…”
by TravelPod member kristian_liv

“Oldest church in Latin America”
from a blog entry titled “Pink Flamingo’s!”
by TravelPod member clintonb

“Why do thay call it Agua Azul”
from a blog entry titled “Oaxaca, San Cristobal and Merida”
by TravelPod member kasnsqueak

“You want how much $$$ for it?”
from a blog entry titled “Oaxaca, San Cristobal and Merida”
by TravelPod member kasnsqueak

“2 Progreso (and cool jeep!)”
from a blog entry titled “Touring Yucatan and Quanta Roo”
by TravelPod member danijon

“A pretty girl from the choir”
from a blog entry titled “Posters and Gala Dinners”
by TravelPod member off_road_clara

“Our transport to the cenotes”
from a blog entry titled “Chichen Itza and Merida”
by TravelPod member tphilip75

“Greg getting chocolate crazy”
from a blog entry titled “Weekend in Merida and Chichen Itza”
by TravelPod member ccheng

“A bigger hole in the Ground”
from a blog entry titled “Oaxaca, San Cristobal and Merida”
by TravelPod member kasnsqueak

“Cuadrangulo de Las Monjas 5″
from a blog entry titled “Home of the Hammocks”
by TravelPod member hodge

“Uxmal Palacio Del Governdor”
from a blog entry titled “Merida”
by TravelPod member cath_rich_rtw06

“Laughing Bird Caye, Belize”
from a blog entry titled “Blissful Belize and Magical Mexico”
by TravelPod member joyceanddave

“Pink Flamingo in Celestun”
from a blog entry titled “¡Hola de Mexico!”
by TravelPod member candyandray

“View from Gran Piramide 5″
from a blog entry titled “Home of the Hammocks”
by TravelPod member hodge

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Casa Merida – Vacation Rental Merida

http://vacationrental-merida.com… Live a like a king at a 50% Discount off our regular prices. “Casa Merida” – Merida’s Vacation Rentals Golden Nugget… http://vacationrental-merida.com

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Vacation Rental Merida – A Dreamhouse Vacation Rental

http://vacationrental-merida.com Casa Merida, a Vacation Rental in Merida is one of the most desired vacation homes in the heart of the Historic Center of Merida. Save 50% off Our Regular Price. Limited Time Only! http://vacationrental-merida.com

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Vacation Rental Merida – A Superb House at a Bargain Price?

Has VacationRental-Merida.com Gone Mad?

VacationRental-Merida.com has Just posted a video on the Internet announcing a 50% Discount on their Casa Merida Property.

Patio Image

I have seen that house and here is my short review of it:

When you see Casa Merida from the outside, you would probably be thinking to yourself:  “Here’s another lovely façade.”  And although you will be right, the real magic really begins once you open the door.

The first time I had opened that door I said “Wow!” You – I bet – would do the same.

Casa Merida is a newly renovated house located in El Centro – The Historic Center of Old Merida.  This luxurious house is an ideal place for those who visit this charming city looking for a tranquil, private home-away-from-home, experience.

This two story gem is totally furnished and comes with two bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, large living areas, patio, terrace, a large pool, huge Jacuzzi, High Speed Wireless Internet + an In-House Computer, cable TV, A/C, DVD and a bunch more…

Whom is it for? Here is what they say on their site:

“Casa Merida is the perfect Vacation Home in Merida where you would want to spend your honeymoon, celebrate a wedding anniversary, spend a romantic time with your loved one, treat your family and/or friends to an unforgettable vacation, or just use it as your secret hideaway.”

At a 50% off their regular price you will be paying, if you are lucky enough to get it, you will end up paying for a whole luxury vacation home the price you would be paying for a 2-3 star hotel in Merida.

So why VacationRental-Merida.com is doing it with Casa Merida? Is it a publicity stunt?

I have no idea what’s behind it, but why should you care? It is a steal and, for as long as it lasts, I’d say grab it.

Visit their site Vacation Rental  Merida where you will find their Regular prices. You, however,  will be paying half the price you see there. Yes, it is true…provided the sale is still going on and the dates are available.

Here is a sample of what of what to expect from Casa Merida…

How about this for a bathtub?

How would you like this for a living-room?

And how would you like to take a dip in this?