When you are in Cancun, one of your major concerns will be traveling. There are a number of ways to both get to Cancun and to get around the city itself. Be sure to research all your travel transportation options to be sure that you are making the best choices for you and your family or group of travelers. Transportation problems can create massive headaches during what would otherwise be a very relaxing tropical vacation, so it is important to know how you are getting to your destinations.

Transportation to and from Cancun should first be explored. Depending on where you live, you can take a plane or drive into Cancun. A travel agency can help you plan this best. Travel agents have specific deals with airlines so that you will get better rates and they can also inform you about transportation regulations in Cancun and when traveling across the border. There are, for example, certain products that can not be taken to and from Mexico. In recent years, regulations have been tightened, as immigration has become a problem.

Once you get to Cancun, you will need to find your way around the city. Taxies are a safe and easy way to travel, since most drivers understand English and have a deep understanding of the places in the city and how to get there fastest. Taxies, however, can be expensive. In Mexico, there are no set rates for taxis, so be sure to agree on a price with your driver before the trip begins. Once you start driving, there is little you can do to stop your driver from swindling you into paying a very high price. You can also use a water taxi while in Cancun. These, however, go to specific islands and beaches and are more touristy in nature.

You can also take the bus while you are in Cancun. This is a less expensive option, but difficult for families to use, since buses can be quite crowded. If you plan to take the bus in Cancun, make sure that you use pesos, and not American coins to pay the fair. There are four buses that run downtown, and before you leave be sure that you jump on the right one. Buses in Cancun, as in America, sometimes run late so prepare for delays. Once you get on the bus, remain in your seat, since speeds are very high in Cancun and drivers speak little or no English. When you want to get off the bus, you may have to push through the crowd. This is not considered rude-if you don't push your way through, you may ride the bus forever! The bus doesn't stop unless you wave at it, and if no one is at the bus stop, it will not even slow down, so if you want to get off, you must push the red button by the back door of the bus to indicate this.

Walking is another option, but this can be dangerous. Cars and buses have the right of way in Cancun and will not slow down if you are crossing the street. Run, don't walk. Be especially careful at night, when you are difficult to see in the dark.

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