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15/03/2024

Cancún, Mexico

If you think you know all there is about this Caribbean Coast, think again. Here are 10 things you didn't know about Cancun, Mexico.

1. THE SAND WON'T BURN YOUR FEET
If you thought Cancun's beaches couldn't get any better, they just did. The 14 miles of shimmering white sands found in this stunning city are actually made of crushed coral, meaning it will naturally feel cool underneath bare feet - despite however hot the weather!

2. ONLY 3 PEOPLE USED TO LIVE HERE
Believe it or not, 50 years ago there were just three – yes three - people living in Cancun. But how could this be - Well, I’ll explain. In January 1970 the only three people living in Cancun were the caretakers of a coconut plantation. Back then it wasn’t a bustling international resort, but like many places in Mexico underdeveloped and free of tourists. Today, this all-round resort hosts over a whopping 700,000 residents due to its rapid development. Unsurprisingly, it's also one of the best-value long-haul holiday destinations, so waste no time with our cracking deals on full-board luxury hotels - or why not go exclusive with our Cancun, all-inclusive deals?

3. THERE'S AN ENTIRE CANCUN UNDERWATER MUSEUM
Thanks to the hands of eco-sculptor Jason deCaires Taylor, you'll find a series of breathtaking underwater statues located between Cancun and Isla Mujeres. This underwater museum of contemporary art consists of over 500 life-size sculptures, making it one of the largest, and most incredible, underwater artificial art attractions in the world. Want a closer look? Hop on a glass bottom boat excursion or dive a little deeper and snorkel or scuba through the Museum, sighting works including The Silent Evolution, Man On Fire, The Gardener of Hope, and more.

4. MAYA BARRIER REEF IS THE SECOND LARGEST IN THE WORLD
Second only to Australia’s famous Great Barrier Reef, the Maya Barrier Reef is one of Cancun’s major draws, full of kaleidoscopic marine life, swaying corals, and crystal-clear turquoise waters to swim and snorkel in. If you want to go snorkeling or scuba diving, Cancun is a great pick.

5. IT HAS THE LONGEST UNDERWATER CAVE IN THE WORLD
Cancun is best known for its snorkeling and diving opportunities and while most enthusiasts would be happy exploring the reef, the cenotes are even more sensational. These cenotes (which make up miles upon miles of caves and caverns) are freshwater underground sinkholes – the largest of which is known as Ox Bel Ha, which at 134 miles, makes it the longest underwater cave in the world! You can explore them for yourself if you’re an avid diver, while some areas are fine for snorkeling or just surface swimming in too.

6. THE TIME IN CANCUN DIFFERS BY AN HOUR EVERY 6 MONTHS
You know when we put our clocks either forward or back twice a year? Well in Cancun, and the whole state Cancun sits in, they don’t do this, which means the time difference between Cancun and places that observe daylight savings differs by an hour every six months. An important fact to remember when working out what time you may land or return home, as depending on the time of year you could be an hour early or late!

7. THERE ARE RUINS LITERALLY ON YOUR DOORSTEP
We’ve all heard of the prolific Mayan ruins that are dotted around the Yucatan Peninsula and further into Mexico, including the renowned Chichen Itza and Tulum. But what if I told you that you could find some ruins within walking distance of your Cancun resort? El Rey is located a short walk from the Hilton Club, while Yamil Lu’um can be found next to the Sheraton Cancun Resort & Towers. You don’t need to even book a day trip to see these ancient beauties in the Riviera Maya, Mexico!

8. THE HOTEL ZONE PROTECTS TURTLE EGGS
If you're staying in the Hotel Zone and happen to be a huge turtle fan (who isn't?), you're in luck! Each May, thousands of turtles return to their original home to lay eggs on the beaches of Cancun, and their nests are located right in the heart of the Hotel Zone. Thankfully, the hotel owners, employees, and even visitors on their summer holidays contribute to ensuring that the eggs are protected and safe from harm. Areas of Cancun beach are also closed to tourists so that the Turtles can go about their business in peace.

9. CANCUN IS SPLIT INTO 2 ZONES
Cancun is split into two main zones. These zones are the hotel zone and downtown Cancun, known as El Centro. The hotel zone is where you will spend most of your time as a tourist, seeing as this is where most of the hotels, resorts, and tourist attractions are. The locals tend to stick to the downtown area which features markets, shops, bars, and restaurants. There is also a small residential area. As a tourist, I recommend you spend your time in the tourist zone as this caters to your every need.

10. THERE MAY NOT HAVE BEEN A CANCUN BEACH AT ALL
When Hurricane Wilma hit Cancun in 2005, she wrecked eight miles of its beautiful beaches. Imagine Cancun without a beach? Thankfully, over $ 70 million was plunged into a restoration project, which dredged up more than 1 billion gallons of beautiful white sand from the seabed, ensuring that sunbathers and sandcastle builders were united once more.

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15/03/2024

Ashley Dreggors
Aleia Travel
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19/02/2024

Death Valley National Park now offering a rare opportunity – kayaking 🛶

This is a shot of a kayak being taken out at Badwater Basin in the normally dry-as-a-bone Death Valley National Park on February 9. Michael Kohler/NPS
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Because of excessive rainfall in California, a temporary lake is giving folks a rare chance to do some actual kayaking of all things in the driest place in the United States, the National Park Service said in a recent news release.

The aquatic adventure is taking place at Badwater Basin, which lies at the bottom of Death Valley. It is the lowest elevation in North America at 282 feet (86 meters) below sea level.

Badwater Basin is normally a dry salt flat, the NPS National Park Service said.

“You might think with no drain to the sea, that Death Valley would always have a lake,” said park ranger Abby Wines in the news release. “But this is an extremely rare event. Normally the amount of water flowing in is much less than the evaporation rate.”

Death Valley National Park averages about 2 inches of rain per year, the NPS said in the release. But the valley floor has gotten 4.9 inches in the past six months. The surrounding mountains have seen even more rain.

‘It’s a great time to come’
Most of the rain came in just two events: 2.2 inches during the remnants of Hurricane Hilary on August 20, 2023, and 1.5 inches during an atmospheric river February 4-7, the release said.

“The lake was deep enough to kayak for a few weeks after Hurricane Hilary, but unfortunately people couldn’t come enjoy it then,” said Wines. “Every road in the park was damaged by flash floods, and it took two months to open the first road into the park.

“Now most of the main roads are open, so it’s a great time to come visit!”

Some secondary and backcountry roads are closed, so be sure to check for the latest weather information before setting out. But adventurers can currently reach Badwater Basin via paved road.

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