Author(s): John Hecht

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Lonely PlanetCancun, Cozumel & the Yucatanis your passport to all the most relevant and up-to-date advice on what to see, what to skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Explore ancient Maya ruins, dive into the coral-reef gardens off the coast of Cozumel or relax at one of Playa del Carmen'schic beach lounges; all with your trusted travel companion. Get to the heart of the Yucatan and begin your journey now!

Inside Lonely Planet'sCancun, Cozumel & the Yucatan Travel Guide:

• Colormaps and images throughout


• Highlightsand itineraries show you the simplest way to tailor your trip to your own personal needs and interests


• Insider tips save you time and money, and help you get around like a local, avoiding crowds and trouble spots


• Essential infoat your fingertips - including hours of operation, phone numbers, websites, transit tips, and prices


• Honest reviews for all budgets - including eating, sleeping, sight-seeing, going out, shopping, and hidden gems that most guidebooks miss


• Cultural insights give you a richer and more rewarding travel experience - including history, art, literature, Maya heritage, politics, landscapes, wildlife, and etiquette


• Over 41 maps


• Useful features- includingMaya Ruins Planner, Eat & Drink Like a Local, Travel with Children, Off the Beaten Track Itinerary and Illustrated Map of Chichen Itza


• Coverage of Cancun, Isla Mujeres, Cozumel, the Riviera Maya, Playa del Carmen, Tulum, Laguna Bacalar, Mahahual, Merida, Chichen Itza, Uxmal, Vallalodid, Campeche, Chiapas and more

The Perfect Choice:Lonely PlanetCancun, Cozumel & the Yucatan, our most comprehensive guide tothe Yucatan, is perfect for those planning to both explore the top sights and take the road less traveled.

• Looking for more extensive coverage? Check outLonely Planet'sMexico guide for a comprehensive look at all Mexico has to offer.

Authors: Written and researched by Lonely Planet, John Hecht and Sandra Bao

About Lonely Planet: Started in 1973, Lonely Planet has become the world's leading travel guide publisher with guidebooks to every destination on the planet, as well as an award-winning website, a suite of mobile and digital travel products, and a dedicated traveler community. Lonely Planet's mission is to enable curious travelers to experience the world and to truly get to the heart of the places they find themselves in.

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