Yucatán, the caribbean part of mexico
The southern Yucatán Peninsula in Mexico is the perfect holiday destination for jungle adventures, tropical beaches and colorful cities. We took a month to explore these southern Mexican states of Quintana Roo, Yucatán, Campeche and Chiapas and collected the very best tips for the ultimate trip in Yucatán in Mexico.
- Capital: Mexico-City
- Population: 130 million
- Timezone: UTC - 6/-5
- Currency: Mexican Pesos
- High Season: July/August & December/January
- Perfect for a roadtrip
- Airport Yucatán: Cancun en Mérida
- Visa: for most countries available at the border
- Vaccinations: DTP en Hepatitus A recommended (always check your local travel clinic)
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