1.- Mr. Sancho's Beach Club Cozumel

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At Mr. Sancho’s Beach Club we have a Restaurant-Bar service. The entrance is totally free with no cover or minimum consumption, and the Internet is free for all our customers. We offer the largest private beach on the island with more than 300 meters of white sand on the shores of the sea of Cozumel, where you can enjoy our water park, wave runners, parachutes, banana rides, snorkeling and diving tours, or horseback riding or ATV tours in the jungle and on the beach.

At Mr. Sancho’s we have two options for you: our famous All Inclusive package and our A la Carte service.

With the All Inclusive package, you can enjoy all you like to eat from our freshly prepared menu or from our extensive buffet, as well as all drinks, soft drinks, beers and cocktails from our bar, and you will have access to our two exclusive pools with pool bar, use of lounge chairs, kayaks, hammocks, lockers, and beach cabanas (according to availability)**.
In our A la Carte Service, you only pay for what you consume, and we offer you free access to the beach, and free use of lounge chairs and Internet.

You can enjoy our hospitality from Monday to Saturday from 8 am to 5:30 pm, local time. We are closed on Sundays.

And the All Inclusive Package from Monday to Saturday from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm, local time.

**(This package does not include the Water Park, towels, liquor shots and does not operate on Sundays).

2.- Paradise Beach Club

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For second year already, Playa Paraiso has been ranked as the best beach in Mexico and the 21st in the world by Tripadvisor’s Travellers Choice.

Open daily from 10 am until 6 pm you can have a perfect day, creating a unique ambiance to enjoy a refreshing drink on the beach.

Oversized beach beds, sun beds, beach umbrellas, tables and chairs are available to create the ultimate relaxing beach day experience for all our guests. We do not charge entrance fee, the furniture is rented on the beach and prices range from 100 pesos to 500 pesos. The minimum consumption of the restaurant is requested at some seasons, which varies according to the furniture yo chose, and normally start from $1000 pesos to $3000 per bed.

We do not allow to enter our beach club with food and drinks, since we have the Paraiso restaurant, serving in the beach club.

We do not take reservations, it is on a first come, we recommend you to arrive early so you can ensure your space.

3.- The Money Bar Beach Club

Enjoy an extensive family and Mexican menu for families and Americans at The Money Bar, where our tables and bars feature coins from around the world. Located on the famous Dzul-Ha Reef, you’ll enjoy breathtaking views while you dine. Cozumel’s newest beach club with a premium dining area and bar, children’s menu, wheelchair access to all facilities, massages and spa treatments, sunbathing lounge area, shaded areas, comfortable loungers, freshwater showers/restrooms/changing rooms, free parking.

4.- Buccanos Grill & Beach Club Cozumel

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Fast pace or lazy, there is something for everyone at this unique island paradise situated in Cozumel Mexico!
Buccanos Beach Club is a perfect place to stimulate your senses. The sea, sun and breeze are all companions to your Mexican day on the beach. Enjoy gourmet breakfasts and lazy lunches, swim in the ocean, snorkel in the sea and sip margaritas while watching the sun set on departing cruise ships. Bustling and easy-going, a comfortable place for an unforgettable day in Cozumel.

Buccanos Beach Club is a vibrant day restaurant that showcases simple and modern Mexican food, with an infusion of local seafood and other street-food favorites. All our food is made with fresh and authentic ingredients. Whether you wish to experience a gourmet breakfast or long afternoon of eating and sipping drinks, our Buccanos Beach Club menu will bring an energetic and festive experience to you from one of Cozumel’s best beach locations.

5.- Corona Beach Club

Playa Corona’s reef begins offshore and you can rent snorkeling equipment nearby. Most visitors spend the day at Playa Corona Beach Club, with lots of thatched palapas, hammocks and small restaurants serving fresh seafood and cold drinks. It offers good shore diving, and all those hammocks make this a tempting place to spend the day. Strong swimmers can head to the much more famous (and expensive) Chankanaab Park, about 100 meters (328 feet) offshore.

Playa Corona is located south of San Miguel in Cozumel. There is no public bus service (yet, but ask if this has changed). Unless you rent a car, take a cab that runs along this stretch of Avenida Melgar regularly; you probably won’t have to wait long to get back to your hotel.

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Clima en Cozumel durante todo el año

A must-see during any trip to Cancun and the Riviera Maya, the island of Cozumel is a destination surrounded by Caribbean waters and the first place where the sun’s rays touch Mexico.

In just a few years, this pristine island has become a favorite destination for both domestic and foreign visitors who want to visit its paradisiacal Mexican beaches.

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The ancient Mayans used to make pilgrimages to Cozumel Island to worship the goddess Ixchel. Today families, couples and divers vacation at this destination for its fine white sand, turquoise sea and the wide variety of activities it offers.

For all that is found on its surface, as well as under its turquoise blue waters, Cozumel in Quintana Roo, attracts thousands of tourists from all over the world who seek to dive and snorkel to see its impressive and beautiful coral reefs, as well as visit some of its beautiful beaches, museums or sanctuaries.

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As a curious fact, in 2019, it was 500 years since its founding as a city, it was on February 21, 1519 when Hernán Cortés landed on the island of Cozumel, the first Mexican stopover of his expedition that culminated with an outcome of great significance for world history.

For all this and much more, we will give you all the details and everything you need to know about the climate of this wonderful place, information that we hope will help you plan your next trip.

Average weather in Cozumel

In Cozumel, summers are long, very hot, wet and cloudy and winters are short, comfortable and mostly clear.

During the course of the year, the temperature generally varies from 19 ° to 32 °C and rarely drops below 14 °C or rises above 34 °C.

The best time of year to visit Cozumel for warm weather activities is from early December to mid-March.

Temperature

The hot season lasts 4.5 months, from May 3 to September 18, and the average daily maximum temperature is 31 °C.

The hottest day of the year in Cozumel is July 31, with an average maximum temperature of 32 °C and an average minimum temperature of 22 °C.

The cool season lasts 2.8 months, from December 1 to February 22, and the average daily maximum temperature is less than 28 °C.

The coldest day of the year is February 19, with an average minimum temperature of 19 °C and average maximum of 28 °C.

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Sun

The length of the day in Cozumel varies throughout the year. In 2020, the shortest day is December 21, with 10 hours and 53 minutes of daylight; the longest day is June 20, with 13 hours and 23 minutes of daylight.

The earliest sunrise is at 6:06 AM on June 6, and the latest sunrise is 1 hour and 20 minutes later, at 7:26 AM on January 17.

The earliest sunset is at 18:05 PM on November 25, and the latest sunset is 1 hour and 26 minutes later at 19:32 PM on July 4.

Clouds

The average percentage of cloudy skies in Cozumel varies greatly throughout the year.

The clearest time of the year begins on November 1; it lasts 6.5 months and ends approximately on May 16.

The clearest day of the year is February 14.

The cloudiest time of the year begins on approximately May 16; it lasts 5.5 months and ends on approximately November 1.

June 28 is usually the cloudiest day of the year; skies are cloudy or mostly cloudy, mostly clear or partly cloudy.

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Rain

In Cozumel it rains throughout the year. The rainy season lasts 5.3 months, from May 25 to November 4, with a probability of more than 35% that a certain day will be a wet day.

The wettest day of the year is usually September 26, with a maximum probability of 56% chance of rain.

The driest season lasts 6.7 months, from November 4 to May 25. The approximate day with the least amount of rain is March 16.

Humidity

In Cozumel the perceived humidity varies considerably. The wettest period of the year lasts 9.1 months, from March 16 to December 19, and during that time the comfort level is muggy for at least 73% of the time.

The wettest day of the year is August 23, with humidity 100% of the time.

The least humid day of the year is January 15, with humid conditions 63% of the time.

Wind

The average hourly wind speed in Cozumel has slight seasonal variations throughout the year. But all in all, if windy activities are your thing, Cozumel is the place to be.

The windiest part of the year lasts 7.9 months, from October 20 to June 17, with average wind speeds over 13.1 kilometers per hour. The windiest day of the year was March 15, with an average wind speed of 15.0 kilometers per hour.

The calmest time of the year lasts 4.1 months, from June 17 to October 20. The calmest day of the year is August 25, with an average wind speed of 11.2 kilometers per hour.

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Best time of the year to visit Cozumel

With this information we already have elements to describe how pleasant the weather is in Cozumel during the year. It is pertinent to say that both locals and specialists recommend two periods for travel:

Tourist activities in general outdoors, are favored during clear days and without rain with temperatures between 18 °C and 27 °C. Based on this, the best time of the year to visit Cozumel is from early December to mid-March. The last week of January is the most recommended.

Beach/pool activities are favored on clear days, without rain, with perceived temperatures between 24 °C and 32 °C. Thus, the best time of the year to visit Cozumel for hot weather activities is from mid-November to early May. The third week of March is the best time to take a dip on the beach or in the pool.

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8 perfect hotels for your honeymoon in Cozumel

If you are looking for a destination to enjoy your honeymoon, then you must know the best hotels in Cozumel and choose so you can relax and enjoy as a couple in this beautiful and paradisiacal destination.

If you are about to say: Yes, I do! and you don’t know where to relax and enjoy with your partner, Cozumel is an option that you will surely love. This is one of the few destinations where you can practically do everything with your partner; from relaxing, walking, eating and even diving.

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How to get to Cozumel?

You can get to Cozumel in two ways: take the ferry from Playa del Carmen or by plane. The important thing is not how you will arrive, but where you and your sweetheart will stay to enjoy your honeymoon.

In Cozumel fine sand beaches are everywhere and the low swell sea has incredible turquoise tones, without a doubt they are the main hosts since their beauty is indescribable.

All the hotels in Cozumel are located along the highway, from the north to the south, so it will be very easy to find a beach near any of these hotels in Cozumel.

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Book in advance at one of the hotels in Cozumel and live the romance.

It is highly recommended to make a reservation in advance in one of the hotels to enjoy your honeymoon, we don’t want you to worry about anything and that’s why we present you the list of the best hotels in Cozumel more than perfect for your honeymoon.

Coral Princess Golf & Dive Resort

This four-star hotel in Cozumel is ideal to spill honey with your sweetheart, it’s located in the north of the island which makes it perfect for relaxation and tranquility since it’s far away from all the movement of the cruise ship area.

The Coral Princess Hotel & Dive Resort is one of the hotels in Cozumel that has a European Plan, has a total of 148 rooms all smoke free, and equipped with air conditioning, coffee maker service, air conditioning, telephone and flat screens with satellite signal.

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The attention for newlywed couples at this hotel is really an experience since they have a jacuzzi and really beautiful panoramic views to spend a very sweet time. It is also possible to relax as a couple with body therapies, aromatherapy, facials, reflexology and more. All next to your sweetheart, what better way to enjoy the Mexican Caribbean!

Near this incredible hotel you will find the Museum of the Island and the Cozumel Center, if you feel like taking a walk through the town hand in hand with your loved one is also possible, and do not forget to enjoy the sunset by the sea, it will be an unforgettable moment for both of you.

Hotel Cozumel & Resort

It is one of the hotels in Cozumel that is located in a privileged area, since the beach is only one block away. In total there are 181 rooms fully equipped with air conditioning, satellite TV, private bathroom with shower and tub.

This incredible hotel has a beautiful natural pool, where the calm waters of the Caribbean Sea of Cozumel merge with the water of the pool, it is perfect to cool off with your partner.

You will also find a great beach club with jacuzzi to make your honeymoon the best, gym and a diving center if you want to dive with a professional to know the aquatic life of Cozumel.

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Sunscape Sabor Cozumel

It is one of the all-inclusive hotels in Cozumel with the Ulimited-Fun concept, perfect to go with your family or couple, you will find activities for all ages and its spacious and comfortable rooms are perfectly equipped so you have everything you need.

At the Sunscape you will find 3 swimming pools, 4 restaurants with national and international options, as well as 3 bars and lounges with the most delicious drinks to enjoy your well-deserved vacations.

The Sunscape Sabor Cozumel Hotel has different activities to do; from karaoke bar, dancing, live music, theme parties, yoga, kayaking, ping pong, snorkeling to scuba diving. If you are traveling with your family, you will also find a kids club with many games and activities for them to have fun.

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El Cozumeleño Beach Resort

It is one of the 5-star hotels in Cozumel, located north of Playa Santa, it is ideal for a delicious honeymoon, since it has an all-inclusive plan, the only thing you’ll have to worry about is enjoying your partner.

Its Caribbean style adorns every corner of the hotel, it has 253 rooms with air conditioning, bathroom amenities, television and safe to deposit your valuables and documents.

It has 3 restaurants and 3 bars for you to have variety, you will be able to enjoy buffet meals, as well as snacks and drinks.

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Hotel B Cozumel

Hotel B Cozumel has everything for you to enjoy with your partner moments full of romance, in addition to incredible sunsets, its facilities are ideal for sharing.

It is a boutique hotel with contemporary design, with infinity pool, jacuzzi between the rocks and the sea, located in one of the most exclusive places by the sea, in addition to its restaurant and bar, you will find a perfect floating bar to enjoy a drink without leaving the water.

If you are looking for relaxation by the sea and at the same time enjoy nature combined with art, Hotel B Cozumel offers all couples the best for different activities on the island of Cozumel.

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Secrets Aura Cozumel

This hotel is located in one of the quietest areas of Cozumel, making it one of the best hotels in Cozumel to visit as a couple and it also has one of the best views of the Caribbean Sea.

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It is the only adults-only hotel on the island of Cozumel where you can enjoy the Unlimited-Luxury concept, with luxurious rooms and suites equipped with everything you need to spend unforgettable days. Secrets Aura has 4 gourmet restaurants with a la carte service and a buffet restaurant, wine cellar, cafeteria and room service, in its 5 bars and lounges you can enjoy the best drinks to relax by the sea.

Secrets Aura is one of the hotels in Cozumel that has the best outdoor activities and various water activities, if you are an active couple then you can enjoy the activities that this hotel offers; tennis, ping pong, kayaks, snorkeling, scuba diving.

Ventanas al Mar Cozumel

This beautiful hotel is located on the west side of the island, is one of the quietest areas so it is one of the hotels in Cozumel ideal to visit as a couple has one of the best views of the Caribbean Sea.

It has only 14 rooms and all suites are equipped for you to spend one of the best stays in your honeymoon. Ventanas al Mar is one of the hotels in Cozumel that has suites with two floors that include refrigerator, kitchenette and bathroom and a half, it is practically a very romantic small apartment for two.

The Explorean Cozumel All Inclusive

The Explorean by Fiesta Americana is one of the four-star hotels in Cozumel ideal for relaxing in every sense of the word. If you and your partner need to rest from your wedding night, this is definitely an option for hotels in Cozumel; it has luxurious facilities in a contemporary Mexican style, the plan this beautiful hotel offers is all inclusive and has the best relaxation treatments in its beautiful Spa.

Surely you will never want your honeymoon to end.

Cid La Ceiba Beach

Located right in front of the beautiful and delicious beaches of the Mexican Caribbean, it is a contemporary hotel that offers all the relaxation and one of the best views that any couple in love could ask for.

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It has 60 rooms, warm colors, air conditioning, satellite TV, private bathroom and safe deposit box. You will also find an international cuisine restaurant for you to try everything in this incredible honeymoon.

If you are looking for refreshment, Cid La Ceiba has two huge pools, one of them with delicious sea water and waterfalls, as well as a delicious Jacuzzi and a diving center for you to practice this beautiful sport with your partner’s fin.

Near this magnificent hotel you will find the Cozumel Center, the museum of the island and the Chankanaab park.

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The Virgin and Christ of Chankanaab in Cozumel

Within the great extension of beautiful beaches and abundant coral gardens between Mexico and Honduras, Cozumel, among hundreds of resorts, is among the three most popular destinations for sport diving, and this is due not only to the magnificent visibility -up to 60 m in optimal conditions- and pleasant water temperature (26-28°), but also to the spectacular beauty of its reef in the Chankanaab Park.

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Although the Mayans call it “small sea”, the natural aquarium of Chankanaab is a lagoon that is part of the national reserve of the same name. Because of the tranquility of its waters, the lagoon has become the most visited site on the island, as you can safely practice free diving -without a tank- or sport diving. Its reefs shelter colonies of very attractive fish, and in its sandy bed the remains of some sunken ships and the image of the Christ of Cozumel wait patiently to be discovered by the intrepid that, at their own will, go down beyond 10 m of depth.

Chankanaab is one of the best for beginner divers. It is a marine park of Cozumel that has depths ranging from 3 to 12 meters. In the waters of Chankanaab you can observe besides the christ and the virgin, canyons, anchors and reef fish.

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In this place is the statue of the submerged Christ of Chankanaab.

The Christ was placed by Ramon Bravo in 1994 in the reef of Chankanaab.

The Christ of Cozumel was placed on the reef of Palancar to prevent cruise ships from destroying the reef with their propellers, then in 1990 a hurricane knocked it down and it was relocated on the reef of Chankanaab Park.

Do you know the Virgin of Cozumel?

The image of the Virgin is submerged inside the Chankannab Park, and is venerated by the people of Cozumel.

The Virgin of Chankanaab, also called “The Queen of the Seas” is considered the protector of the island of Cozumel and its inhabitants, especially during the hurricane season, as the island receives the first onslaught of cyclones whose trajectory includes Quintana Roo.

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This image was the first “Virgen de Mar” in the entity, placed in the 50’s, and is also believed to be the guardian of sailors, divers, captains and workers of the sea.

The Chankanaab Park was the site chosen to place it, but not on land, but submerged in the beach that is within it, and placed eight meters deep in a niche.

Since 1961, the Virgin of Chankanaab was taken from her vigil at the bottom of the sea, to go in procession to the church of Our Lady of Guadalupe on the island and officiate a mass in her honor.

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The image of the Virgin of Chankanaab was made with the donation of 8,300 keys and bronze pieces.

The original statue remained in place, guarding the people of Cozumel until 2011, when it was stolen, until now its current location was unknown.

Today in its place rests a replica, which maintains the protection of its predecessor to the locals and tourists, who ask her to continue blessing them.

The statue of the “Virgin of the Sea” is respected by divers, sailors and fishermen alike, because of its According to the local legend, she is the one who takes care of the inhabitants of the island and keeps them safe. The statue in the lagoon of Chankanaab National Park is removed from the water, cleaned and venerated before being returned to the sea.

She returns to the sea on the 4th Sunday of October, leaving in procession from the church of Our Lady of Guadalupe to Chankanaab Park. More than 200 people came to accompany the “Virgen del Mar” on her way back to the sea.

The annual tradition dates back to 1962, although the current statue is a replica of the original that was stolen in 2011. The statue began its reign four years ago and was forged by bronze keys donated by the inhabitants of the island. The “Virgin of the Sea” is almost 28 inches (70 cm) tall and is estimated to weigh 28 pounds (13 kg.).

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To speak of Mexico is to speak of the Maya civilization, one of the most important in pre-Hispanic America.

Therefore, it is not surprising that every year millions of people want to admire in person the invaluable legacy left by this culture in Yucatan, Campeche, Tabasco, the eastern part of Chiapas and Quintana Roo.
Precisely, in this state we can locate the island of Cozumel among the favorite destinations for those who decide to enjoy a vacation in this country.

For you to enjoy even more your trip to this paradise on the Caribbean coast and its Mayan heritage, here are a few curiosities that you will probably like to know.

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Things you have to know about Cozumel

Cozumel, in Mayan language Kosom Lumil, is the third largest island in Mexico and the second most populated.
It is one of the 11 municipalities of the State of Quintana Roo, is located 18 kilometers from the Yucatan Peninsula and just over 60 kilometers from Cancun.

It is also known as the Land of the Swallows due to the large number of these birds that fly over this territory founded by the Mayas as a sacred sanctuary and commercial stop.

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The enchanting island has been the scene of historical events that have marked it, making it an exotic island, like something out of a fairy tale. It has sheltered Mayans, Spaniards and even reckless pirates.

Despite this, it has always been a peaceful island and its inhabitants seem to be enraptured by a love and respect for the Mayan culture as in few other places.

The Arrecifes National Park (Great Mayan Reef) and its spectacular corals and marine fauna are some of the reasons why Cozumel is considered one of the top 5 diving destinations in the world.

Around the 60’s the renowned filmmaker, diver, oceanographer and writer Jacques Cousteau after having explored the seas throughout the world aboard his ship Calypso, declared that Cozumel was the best place to dive and, as if by magic, all diving lovers fixed their eyes on this small island making it one of the best places to practice this sport.

The people of Cozumel in gratitude to Jacques Cousteau have placed a statue of him at the bottom of the sea.

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If you don’t want to swim underwater to appreciate the marine fauna, coral formations and even a sunken ship, you can dive in a real submarine!

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Although Cozumel does not have extensive white sand beaches, since its geography is rather rocky, there are at least 3 that are a must-see:
Punta Chiqueros – with a still rather “wild” environment -; Playa Palancar, one of the most popular and highly recommended for snorkeling; and Playa de Chen Rio, which looks more like a swimming pool, thanks to the rocks that surround the place and slow down the swell.

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Archaeological sites in Riviera Maya

Among the most important archaeological sites to visit in Cozumel are the San Gervasio Ruins, where the sanctuary dedicated to “Ixchel”, the Mayan goddess of fertility, was erected.

The first inhabitants of Cozumel were the Mayas, who worshipped the goddess Ixchel, deity of fertility, childbirth, love and gestation. The love of the Mayan people for the goddess Ixchel was such that a sanctuary was built for her and it was the duty of every woman to go at least once in her life to worship her. It is said that the goddess Ixchel in gratitude made them bring from the sky the favorite birds of the Mayas, hence the name La Isla de las Golondrinas (Island of the Swallows). In Mayan Cuzam is swallow and Luum, place, giving origin to the name Cuzamil. The Spaniards, unable to pronounce it accurately, began to deform it to Cozumel.

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However, you will have to board a boat to go to the mainland and tour the Mayan settlements of Chitchen Itza, Tulum and Coba.

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WORLD TOURISM TRENDS SUMMIT

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The World Tourism Trends Summit, to be held August 24-26 on the island of Cozumel, Mexico, was recently presented.

The objective of the congress is to position Mexico as a power in tourism through technology. Through the search for technological solutions and implementations to improve the traveler’s experience, this congress was born.

The main purpose of the WORLD TOURISM TRENDS SUMMIT event is to inform the business and tourism community about the importance of digital transformation, especially after the pandemic.

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At a press conference held at the offices of the Secretariat of Economic Development and hosted by its head, Rosa Elena Lozano Vázquez, and the president of the Federation of Tourism Entrepreneurs, Margarita Carbajal Carmona, the First International Tourism Congress WORLD TOURISM TRENDS SUMMIT was presented, which will be held on the island of Cozumel from August 24 to 26 of this year.

According to Jessica Peña, FETUR’s advisor, the WORLD TOURISM TRENDS SUMMIT will support and represent companies in the value chain, in a direct and timely manner and focused on the current problems of the sector, promoting sustainability and digital transformation.

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Congress that aims to present to the business community the essential need for digital transformation, the current technological transformation goes hand in hand with tourism, the congress will present innovative options that with the use of technology has boosted not only leisure tourism, but the more than 40 subsectors of tourism.

With these platforms all tourists nowadays find the right suit for them when planning their trip, said Margarita Carbajal Carmona, president of FETUR Nacional.

The speakers are important specialists, who have developed methodologies and technologies that can help accelerate the economic recovery of tourism in our country, said Carbajal Carmona, as audience, the event is suitable for tourism businessmen or entrepreneurs SMEs or large transport companies, travel agencies, government, press, companies of cutting-edge technological solutions or scientific development focused on the sector, as well as all public and private agents related to innovation and tourism.

The head of SEDE stressed that this Congress will also serve as a platform for the creation of the Innovation and Technology Hub for Tourism, and for attracting investment in various sectors.

The authorities extended an invitation to participate in the World Tourism Summit, to network and to learn about technology and trends in the tourism sector.

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For his part, Joan Passolas, FETUR’s National Advisor for International Affairs, invited the Congress to seek the balance that humanity currently needs in terms of digital divides and to integrate professions and social classes that are still far from technology.

Bertha Medina Núñez de Cáceres, President of the Association of Hotels and Tourist Services of Central and Southern Quintana Roo, Architect Eloy Stalin Quintan Jiménez, President of the CCE Chetumal, Businesswoman Socorro Terrazas, Architect Omar Govea Hernández, Undersecretary of the Association of Hotels and Tourist Services of Central and Southern Quintana Roo, and the President of the CCE Chetumal, Architect Omar Govea Hernández, Undersecretary of the Association of Hotels and Tourist Services of Central and Southern Quintana Roo, were also present.

Omar Govea Hernández, Undersecretary of Tourism, Cecilia Alcérreca, National Counselor of FETUR, Ms. Karla Almanza López, President of AMEXME Chetumal Chapter, among other businessmen members of Chambers and Associations.

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AGENDA

During 3 days we will hold the Congress magnifying the beauty of the destination and state, with a program that contains multiple activities and a high impact academic program, one and one meetings and round table discussions. The event will be for 500 attendees, decision makers, professionals from different disciplines to grow our industry and our community.

3 Days + 500 Virtual Attendees + 17 Conferences + 500 Presential Attendees

Themes

Thus, the topics to be addressed, which revolve around tourism marketing, digital strategies, augmented reality, artificial intelligence. In addition to having a commercial area, networking and tours within Cozumel.

Success stories
Artificial Intelligence
Data Science
Tourism Marketing
Commercial Intelligence
Augmented Reality
Health
Digital Strategies

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Cozumel Island Convention Center, Cozumel Island, Cozumel, QR 77600
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FETUR National
August 24, 2022 – August 26, 2022
Recurring daily
Cozumel Island
9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
$7000 pesos – 30% discount

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Nightlife in Cozumel

Cozumel, as far as its nightlife is concerned, offers Caribbean rhythms and a lot of romance.

The environment of paradisiacal beaches and tropical nature is suitable for seduction and after sunset, a universe of relaxation opens up to tourists.

Although the nightclubs in Cozumel are not very numerous, the island has several bars where you can enjoy live music, new friends, drinks and a great atmosphere.

Remember that being an island, Cozumel is a very safe place. You will be able to walk around the downtown streets even late at night without having to worry about anything.

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Young couples, groups of friends and newlyweds on their honeymoon, go out to the most suggestive corners of Cozumel to enjoy the moonlight. In Cozumel you can have small meetings in the hotels, taste exotic fruit drinks, colorful carnivals, musical shows, boat rides to tour the island from the sea and especially, dance to the rhythm of salsa, merengue, reggae, and Mexican music.

The calendar of special dates and festivities in Cozumel presents a combination of Mayan celebrations and sacred rituals that expose the native culture of the island. Meanwhile, tourists seek entertainment in the streets and have a great time every night.

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For those looking for the heart of Cozumel’s nightlife, most of the music and dance venues are located in two areas: one just north of the main square, on Rafael Melgar Street, and the other in the Punta Langosta shopping center. Many of the larger hotels have their own discos. Some of the best known discotheques in Cozumel are the following.

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Neptuno:
This place in Cozumel is at the forefront of technology and entertainment. It has a capacity for approximately 600 people seated. The discotheque has the best sound equipment in Cozumel, as well as 3 giant screens, where the best events and sports, movies and music videos are broadcasted.

El Caribeño: Located at the Presidente Hotel. Live marimba and trio.

Joe’s Lobster Pub: Features live salsa and reggee dances, live bands.

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1.5 Lounge Bar: In this lounge bar, you will find an exclusive and select atmosphere surrounded by a modern and avant-garde decoration. This refined bar is the perfect place to share the best quality time with your friends in a very relaxed atmosphere full of glamour and good music.

Enjoy the beautiful night view of the Caribbean Sea through the bar’s large windows or if you wish, go downstairs to the beach and clear your mind chatting with your friends relaxing in one of the comfortable armchairs or tables on the beach while enjoying your favorite drink or cocktail.

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The Hard Rock Cafe: A favorite spot with live music, they don’t charge admission.

Carlos’n Charlie’s: There is only one place in Cozumel where you can find great food and an excellent atmosphere, fun people and much more. Their new facilities are much bigger and better, their excellent quality service makes the difference; eat and have fun under the same roof, Carlos’n Charlie’s Cozumel!

Café Salsa: Live salsa music starting at 10.30 PM every night.

Havana Club: Cigar bar with live music.

Señor Frog’s:
Located in the center of Cozumel, you will easily find Señor Frog’s. Your first impression upon entering this place will be that of being in a friendly and informal atmosphere, which will make it easy for you to relax, have fun and enjoy Señor Frog’s entertainment to the fullest.

Cactus: Live band, open bar.

The Stadium: Bar to watch your favorite sports.

Viva Mexico: This is one of the most popular bars in the city, here you can mingle with people from all over the world. Foreigners and locals meet in this nice place to have fun in a very Mexican atmosphere.

Enjoy the great variety of national and international drinks. The bar has a bar, several tables with chairs and a convenient dance floor to move your body to the rhythm of the music; have fun while enjoying the beautiful view of the sea and the city from the second floor.

Nightlife in Cozumel starts and ends early compared to the rest of Mexico. Restaurants are full by 8 PM; nightclubs shut down by midnight.

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For athletes looking for things to do in Cozumel there is Mayanman Triathlon.

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If you are looking for something to do in Cozumel and at the same time have a challenge that will demand your best skills, attend the Mayanman Triathlon, one of the most important sporting events in this paradisiacal place, next August 21st.

Are you ready to be part of this legend?

The Mayanman swim course is unparalleled and will be on the Cozumel bike path with ocean views in the final stretch.

The Mayanman race in Cozumel is incredible, enjoy the safe cycling course and finish the last kilometers in the jungle until you reach the finish line on the beach.

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The first edition of the Mayanman Triathlon arrives in Cozumel, with a capacity of 600 participants. Traditionally the event is held in Tulum, but now the Mexican Caribbean island will witness the discipline of hundreds of athletes.

The sporting event is divided into Sprint, Super Sprint and Middle Distance categories.

With one month to go before the start time, there are only 50 places left to participate.

According to data provided by personnel from the Sports Department, seven sporting events are scheduled for 2022, including the Mayanman.

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Genaro Gómez Montiel, general director of Tagglia Outdoor Events, stated that the island was chosen for its history of great international sporting competitions, but above all for always being among the top five in the world in triathlons due to the perfect conditions for the swimming stage.

The first three places in each category will receive a trophy.

In his welcome message to the organizers of the Mayanman Triathlon, the Secretary General of the City Council thanked them for choosing Cozumel to host such an important event, which joins other great competitions that have consolidated the municipality as the “Island of Sports”.

Gómez Montiel announced the details of the event, in which he highlighted that the swimming phase will be at the Mister Sanchos beach club, where the finish line will be located.

He detailed that the competition will be carried out in the modalities of super sprint, which will consist of 400 meters of swimming, 10 km of cycling and 2.5 km of running; the sprint (750 meters of swimming, 20 km of cycling and 5 km of running; as well as 70.3 (1.8 km of swimming, 90 km of cycling and 21 km of running) and 70.3 (1.8 km of swimming, 90 km of cycling and 21 km of running).

He announced that among the participants are: Marcos Velázquez, an international blind triathlete, with Esteban Facundo Gómez Bruera, better known as Facundo, producer, actor, comedian and television host, as his guide.

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By attending Mayanman Triathlon you will be part of an unparalleled event, where in addition to keeping fit and knowing your body’s capabilities, you will also be able to witness the natural wonders of Cozumel.

Starting with swimming in a scenery with colorful reefs and the crystal clear water of the island. Afterwards, it will be time to get on a bike to start a run inside Cozumel’s bike path overlooking the sea in its final stretch. Finish the Mayanman Triathlon with the run that also takes place on the bike path with its last kilometers surrounded by jungle and reaching the finish line on the beach. With this beautiful scenery as a backdrop, you won’t want to end the competition!

When and where will the Mayanman Triathlon take place?

The sporting event, which is endorsed by the Mexican Triathlon Federation, is scheduled to take place on August 21 of this year, with the venue, finish line and start line at the Mr. Sanchos Beach Club. The packages for competitors will be delivered one day before at a place still to be confirmed. Athletes from 16 years of age and older will be able to participate.

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Competitors shall be entitled to:

-Commemorative T-shirt of the event.
-Commemorative medal at the end of the race for all triathletes.
-Competitor number
Refreshments en route and finish line.
-Official swim cap distinctive according to category.
-Loan of timing system chip to record times and results.

It’s time to get back to exercise, as this event will take place on August 21. Don’t forget your competitive spirit and your best running shoes.

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In the beautiful island of Cozumel, located in the state of Quintana Roo, you can visit a magnificent Mayan bee sanctuary. This one is focused on the melipona bee.

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Surrounded by a wide range of flora and fauna and in the company of the turquoise waters of the Caribbean Sea, in the Mayan bees tour you will be part of a beautiful spectacle of nature.

In this sanctuary you will learn about the nutritional and medicinal properties of Melipona honey.

You will learn about the melipona beecheii (stingless bee) known as ”The sacred Mayan bee” and its close relationship with the Mayan people, who performed sacred ceremonies in its honor thanks to the healing properties they found in honey.

melipona-bees

You will also discover the fascinating structures of the hives inside and out and how the bee colony is organized. At the end you will delight your palate by tasting different varieties of honey and observe how it is used to make different artisanal products.

Why are bees so important?

When one asks the traditional Maya priests or the honey beekeepers where these bees get their honey from, they answer that they go to a hole in the sky where the rain gods (the chaques) have a trough (a kind of canoe carved out of a big tree) full of honey and what the bees do is go up to the sky and bring down drops of honey for the people.

It is a sacred honey, the bees are sacred.

mayan-god-of-honey

In our country, beekeeping is one of the most relevant activities due to the impact it has on sustainable development. For this reason, actions are carried out to raise awareness among the population about the important contribution of bees in food production and the balance of ecosystems, as well as to promote their care and conservation.

Melipona bees are the native species of Mexico, they are of vital importance due to their function as pollinators of plants of interest such as achiote, avocado, coffee, pumpkin, chayote, habanero chili, mango, cucumber, watermelon, tomato, among others…

Also, honey production is very important, there are more than 43 thousand beekeepers nationwide, who in the last 10 years their work has placed Mexico as the fifth largest exporter of honey and the ninth largest producer of honey.

avocado-flower-honey

Curative benefits of its honey

Among the products produced by these bees are honey, pollen, wax, propolis, in addition to their valuable service as pollinators. A melipona hive produces a liter and a half of honey per year, its production process takes longer compared to that of European bees that produce up to 30 liters of honey in a year.

honeycomb

Although honey production is lower, it is much more beneficial than honey from other bees because its medicinal properties help the immune system, and it is also used to cure ailments, wounds, burns and diseases. It is also highly appreciated in the cosmetic industry, as it is used to create products such as soaps, creams and talcum powder.

honey-on-the-skin

Characteristics of the melipona bee

The main characteristic of the melipona bee is that it has no sting, but to defend its colony it “bites” everything that represents a threat, they cling in such a way that they die during combat.

They do not molt, their hive is permanent. They adapt easily to artificial hives and their behavior is not aggressive. When the queen bee is fertilized, she cannot fly. For this reason, unlike other species, they do not leave their breeding site. They are resistant to parasites and diseases.

melipona-bee

Did you know that… Melipona bees and their honey were taxed, both before and after the arrival of the Spaniards.

cenote-in-mayan-sanctuary

the Mayan Bee Sanctuary, a serene space in nature among plants, flowers and a cenote where sacred Mayan bees build hives cultivated in hollow logs. Learn how they produce their honey, considered a gift from the gods according to Mayan folklore.

Here you can actually see the bees in their natural environment while learning how they produce their honey, at the end you will understand why the Mayans marveled at these amazing beings.

sacred-bee

In the beautiful island of Cozumel, located in the state of Quintana Roo, you can visit a magnificent Mayan bee sanctuary. This one is focused on the melipona bee.

bees-in-honeycomb

Surrounded by a wide range of flora and fauna and in the company of the turquoise waters of the Caribbean Sea, in the Mayan bees tour you will be part of a beautiful spectacle of nature.

In this sanctuary you will learn about the nutritional and medicinal properties of Melipona honey.

You will learn about the melipona beecheii (stingless bee) known as ”The sacred Mayan bee” and its close relationship with the Mayan people, who performed sacred ceremonies in its honor thanks to the healing properties they found in honey.

melipona-bees

You will also discover the fascinating structures of the hives inside and out and how the bee colony is organized. At the end you will delight your palate by tasting different varieties of honey and observe how it is used to make different artisanal products.

Why are bees so important?

When one asks the traditional Maya priests or the honey beekeepers where these bees get their honey from, they answer that they go to a hole in the sky where the rain gods (the chaques) have a trough (a kind of canoe carved out of a big tree) full of honey and what the bees do is go up to the sky and bring down drops of honey for the people.

It is a sacred honey, the bees are sacred.

mayan-god-of-honey

In our country, beekeeping is one of the most relevant activities due to the impact it has on sustainable development. For this reason, actions are carried out to raise awareness among the population about the important contribution of bees in food production and the balance of ecosystems, as well as to promote their care and conservation.

Melipona bees are the native species of Mexico, they are of vital importance due to their function as pollinators of plants of interest such as achiote, avocado, coffee, pumpkin, chayote, habanero chili, mango, cucumber, watermelon, tomato, among others…

Also, honey production is very important, there are more than 43 thousand beekeepers nationwide, who in the last 10 years their work has placed Mexico as the fifth largest exporter of honey and the ninth largest producer of honey.

avocado-flower-honey

Curative benefits of its honey

Among the products produced by these bees are honey, pollen, wax, propolis, in addition to their valuable service as pollinators. A melipona hive produces a liter and a half of honey per year, its production process takes longer compared to that of European bees that produce up to 30 liters of honey in a year.

honeycomb

Although honey production is lower, it is much more beneficial than honey from other bees because its medicinal properties help the immune system, and it is also used to cure ailments, wounds, burns and diseases. It is also highly appreciated in the cosmetic industry, as it is used to create products such as soaps, creams and talcum powder.

honey-on-the-skin

Characteristics of the melipona bee

The main characteristic of the melipona bee is that it has no sting, but to defend its colony it “bites” everything that represents a threat, they cling in such a way that they die during combat.

They do not molt, their hive is permanent. They adapt easily to artificial hives and their behavior is not aggressive. When the queen bee is fertilized, she cannot fly. For this reason, unlike other species, they do not leave their breeding site. They are resistant to parasites and diseases.

melipona-bee

Did you know that… Melipona bees and their honey were taxed, both before and after the arrival of the Spaniards.

cenote-in-mayan-sanctuary

the Mayan Bee Sanctuary, a serene space in nature among plants, flowers and a cenote where sacred Mayan bees build hives cultivated in hollow logs. Learn how they produce their honey, considered a gift from the gods according to Mayan folklore.

Here you can actually see the bees in their natural environment while learning how they produce their honey, at the end you will understand why the Mayans marveled at these amazing beings.

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Chocolate: food of the gods

Make your own Mayan chocolate from scratch. Discover the process of making chocolate from bean to bar inside this great little chocolate factory in Cozumel. Throughout the tour you will taste the different flavors of cocoa during the process and the Mayan drink made with the original ingredients.

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The visit to the small and familiar chocolate factory consists of 3 parts:

1-. Museum history of chocolate in Mayan times:

A brief journey through time to discover the importance of the cocoa bean for the Mayas.

cocoa-and-Mayas

Cacao was already cultivated by the Mayas more than 2,500 years ago. The name “cacao” derives from the Nahuatl word cacahoatl or cacahuatl, meaning “bitter juice”, and “chocolate” derives from the Mayan word chocol, meaning “hot” and “water”, respectively.

In the 18th century, the naturalist Carolus Linnaeus, based on Mayan and Aztec beliefs, named the cacao tree with the scientific name Theobroma cacao, whose Latin meaning is “food of the gods”. This tree is a symbol of abundance, rulership and ancestry, and serves as a metaphorical conduit through which the souls of humans and the gods travel through earth, heaven and hell.

The Aztecs learned from the Maya the cultivation and use of cocoa. They called cacahuat to cocoa and xocolatl to the aromatic drink obtained from its fruits. At that time, xocolatl was appreciated as a restorative to give strength and awaken the sexual appetite, treat fatigue, increase the weight of the malnourished, stimulate the nervous system of the apathetic, exhausted or weak, improve digestion and stimulate the kidneys.

2-.Create your own chocolate

To prepare it, the Mayas ground the cocoa beans until they were reduced to powder and also added seeds or corn. The resulting powder was mixed with cold water and stirred until the foam rose.

cacao-ground-on-metate

According to the Chocolate Museum in Uxmal, Yucatán, the froth of the drink was directly related to the purity of the person who carried out the task; if the chocolate did not froth, the person was impure, and the more froth he produced, the greater the purity of his soul. The fate of those who failed to froth the drink was sacrifice.

Here we make the traditional drink, as they did in Mayan times. Cacao mixed with some spices, like the ones we have here in front of us, and with hot water. Here we have the cacao seed with the pulp covering it. That pulp is used to ferment the cacao, the seed is put in wooden boxes and left to rest for three to eight days. During this time, the pulp decomposes as it has sugar, makes an alcohol and is fermented. This cocoa without the shell, we are going to grind it. Using the metate we will grind until we have the powder, the fine powder. If the cocoa continues to be ground, the seed releases the fat and cocoa butter is created. This paste was used since pre-Hispanic times to treat wounds.

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In the chocolate factory you will live the experience of grinding cocoa beans to transform them into cocoa paste and then into chocolate. You can take it home to prepare a delicious ancestral drink. Undoubtedly, another cultural secret of Cozumel.

3-. Tasting throughout the visit.

Cacao was the second most revered plant for the Maya, only after corn, and practically all that is known of the uses and elaboration of foods and beverages based on it comes from hieroglyphic inscriptions on ceramics that have survived to the present day.
The inscriptions not only indicated that a cup or vessel was used for cocoa, but also engraved with the flavor: bitter, sweet, fruity, cocoa mixed with corn and even cocoa seasoned with chili.

chili-chocolate

During your visit you will taste different flavors of chocolate, from the roasted bean to the final product, you will also be able to observe through windows, the elaboration of chocolate and its packaging process. Totally accessible for the whole family.

Each intimate 90-minute tour starts on the hour (09:00 a.m., 11:00 a.m., 1:00 p.m.) and costs $25 USD per person. As this is a small factory, space is limited, so they request online reservations with payment in advance. Regardless of whether you have booked a tour, you can visit the factory store to purchase chocolate souvenirs.

chocolate-preparation

Pharmacological properties of chocolate

As a bonus, here are several beneficial effects of cocoa consumption, as it is an antioxidant, vasodilator, anti-inflammatory, anti-adhesive for white blood cells, anti-platelet aggregation, anti-diabetic and “bad” cholesterol reducer.

Chocolate is rich in components with euphoriant and stimulating properties. One of these components is phenylethylamine, which acts on the brain causing emotional well-being; it also activates the nervous system.

dark-chocolate-with-spearmint

It is beneficial to achieve greater activity and physical performance, because it possesses alkaloids such as caffeine and theobromine, which tend to excite the nervous system, promoting activity.

Recently it has been discovered that chocolate has antioxidant qualities. Consumed in moderation, it can be useful for cardiovascular health and as prevention of heart disease.

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