Comments on: –The Mayan World http://playazone.wordpress.com By Tony & Cheri, Live from the Luna Blue in Playa del Carmen, Mexico Fri, 18 Dec 2009 16:36:16 +0000 http://wordpress.com/ hourly 1 By: Tony & Cheri http://playazone.wordpress.com/about/the-mayan-world/#comment-1784 Tony & Cheri Sat, 27 Sep 2008 22:28:03 +0000 http://playazone.wordpress.com/the-mayan-world/#comment-1784 Hi June. Yes you can explore both archeological sites in one day…but don’t. There are other things to see and do on a trip to either Cobá or Tulum which would get lost if you are just racing from ruins to tuins. Cobá is about 2 hours from Playa Del Carmen. It takes about two to three hours to explore the park, including climbing the pyramid. That's about six hours just for Cobá. Along the road to Cobá are a few little villages where you might want to stop and shop for souvenirs. Also on the way to Cobá is Grand Cenote, a beautiful natural swimming pool in the jungle which is great for enjoying the natural beauty of the area. Tulum is about 45- 50 minutes from Playa Del Carmen. The archeological zone is quite small and can be fully explored in an hour or so. Afterwards you can enjoy the beautiful beaches and beach clubs, of Tulum. Both sites are worth seeing and spending some time at. Tony and Cheri Hi June.

Yes you can explore both archeological sites in one day…but don’t. There are other things to see and do on a trip to either Cobá or Tulum which would get lost if you are just racing from ruins to tuins. Cobá is about 2 hours from Playa Del Carmen. It takes about two to three hours to explore the park, including climbing the pyramid. That’s about six hours just for Cobá. Along the road to Cobá are a few little villages where you might want to stop and shop for souvenirs. Also on the way to Cobá is Grand Cenote, a beautiful natural swimming pool in the jungle which is great for enjoying the natural beauty of the area.

Tulum is about 45- 50 minutes from Playa Del Carmen. The archeological zone is quite small and can be fully explored in an hour or so. Afterwards you can enjoy the beautiful beaches and beach clubs, of Tulum. Both sites are worth seeing and spending some time at.

Tony and Cheri

]]> By: June http://playazone.wordpress.com/about/the-mayan-world/#comment-1773 June Wed, 24 Sep 2008 17:11:10 +0000 http://playazone.wordpress.com/the-mayan-world/#comment-1773 Tony & Cheri, Thanks for this great info! Right now we don't have Coba on the itenerary. But after reading your article, we want to do it. How long will it take to cover Coba? We were planning to do Tulum & Coba on the same day (Tulum 1st & then Coba).. Is it doable? Thanks, June Tony & Cheri,

Thanks for this great info! Right now we don’t have Coba on the itenerary. But after reading your article, we want to do it.

How long will it take to cover Coba? We were planning to do Tulum & Coba on the same day (Tulum 1st & then Coba).. Is it doable?

Thanks,
June

]]> By: Sylvia http://playazone.wordpress.com/about/the-mayan-world/#comment-1607 Sylvia Sat, 12 Jul 2008 14:35:46 +0000 http://playazone.wordpress.com/the-mayan-world/#comment-1607 Hey,was just wondering what progress is being made in Mahahua, when will it be open to the cruise ships? Any new pictures available? Hey,was just wondering what progress is being made in Mahahua, when will it be open to the cruise ships? Any new pictures available?

]]> By: Tony & Cheri http://playazone.wordpress.com/about/the-mayan-world/#comment-1565 Tony & Cheri Wed, 28 May 2008 14:31:46 +0000 http://playazone.wordpress.com/the-mayan-world/#comment-1565 Rod, Thank you for the kind words, and we hope that the information from our blog and website helps make your vacation a good one. Tell your wife not to worry. It's a sad fact that many North Americans have a vision of Mexico based on old Humphrey Bogart movies. They think there are bandidos waiting around every corner and that visitors are regularly preyed upon by criminals. That simply is not the case. Many of Mexico's crime statistics show less problems than are experienced in many other countries, including the US and Canada. We have taken the road to Coba dozens of times over the years and have never had a single incident or problem. The road is modern, well-paved, and travels through a couple of villages before reaching the archaeological park. There is no reason to believe you will encounter anyone wishing to do you any more injury than selling you an overpriced hammock. Go and enjoy your day. Tony & Cheri Rod,

Thank you for the kind words, and we hope that the information from our blog and website helps make your vacation a good one.

Tell your wife not to worry. It’s a sad fact that many North Americans have a vision of Mexico based on old Humphrey Bogart movies. They think there are bandidos waiting around every corner and that visitors are regularly preyed upon by criminals. That simply is not the case. Many of Mexico’s crime statistics show less problems than are experienced in many other countries, including the US and Canada. We have taken the road to Coba dozens of times over the years and have never had a single incident or problem. The road is modern, well-paved, and travels through a couple of villages before reaching the archaeological park. There is no reason to believe you will encounter anyone wishing to do you any more injury than selling you an overpriced hammock. Go and enjoy your day.

Tony & Cheri

]]> By: Rod Glose http://playazone.wordpress.com/about/the-mayan-world/#comment-1564 Rod Glose Wed, 28 May 2008 01:06:11 +0000 http://playazone.wordpress.com/the-mayan-world/#comment-1564 Hello My wife and I are coming to PDC, June 4-10. We have been to Puerto Vallarta a few times and fell in love with Mexico and its people. This is our first time to PDC, and we are looking forward to it. Unfortunately we are not staying at your hotel(we are staying at the Magic Blue), as I simply booked a place before reading about your site. If are stay is as incredible as we expect, we will probably have the opportunity to stay with you in the future. Thanks for website and blog, it has been very helpful and enjoyable! Question: My wife is very concerned about renting a car and traveling to Coba and Tulum, concerned about local criminals taking advantage of tourists. Is this a real concern? Thank you, Rod Hello
My wife and I are coming to PDC, June 4-10. We have been to Puerto Vallarta a few times and fell in love with Mexico and its people. This is our first time to PDC, and we are looking forward to it. Unfortunately we are not staying at your hotel(we are staying at the Magic Blue), as I simply booked a place before reading about your site. If are stay is as incredible as we expect, we will probably have the opportunity to stay with you in the future. Thanks for website and blog, it has been very helpful and enjoyable!

Question: My wife is very concerned about renting a car and traveling to Coba and Tulum, concerned about local criminals taking advantage of tourists. Is this a real concern?
Thank you,

Rod

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