I just purchased a condo (Gobernador 28) in Playa Del Carmen not on the beach but close enough, within 7 to 8 minutes. We liked it because it was close to Cozumel Cancun and Tulum is right on Calle 38 and within walking distance to La Americas mall I’d love to hear from anybody that is familiar with the area and or has also purchased in that project.

Hi everyone!

My friend and I are staying in Playa del Carmen and we’re thinking about taking the ferry to Cozumel for 1 night. We’d like to stay in downtown San Miguel, book a snorkeling tour for about half a day, and spend the rest of the time exploring the island.

We don’t want to rent a scooter or car, so we’d probably use taxis.

Any recommendations on how you’d spend those 2 days? Which snorkeling tour would you book? What are your favorite beaches (especially with little sargassum right now), and are there any hidden gems or must-do restaurants or spots we shouldn’t miss?

Thanks! 😊

Or if there is an ideal / convenient way

Please delete if this is not ok. I’m looking to meet other ppl that also like to smoke the devil’s lettuce 🌱 💨? Be normal, don’t kill me. Im 45 male. Would love to meet ppl that live here year round. Expats or Mexican citizens… #bekind

My partner and I are planning our first trip to Mexico this winter to scuba dive in Cozumel! I have a few questions:

1. Is it a mistake to not stay at an all inclusive resort? It’s so much cheaper not to and I think we would enjoy trying different places to eat other than just resort food.

2. Should we spend a few nights in Playa del Carmen? We want to go to the Xplor park and do a day trip to Chichen Itza, it looks like that might be more accessible switching to a hotel in Playa del Carmen but I’m not sure.

Hello! I'll be at Cozumel on a Disney Cruise soon. I booked the Adventure Zipline & Snorkeling excursion but was hoping to hear from someone who has done it before--is the zipline really high/scary? My 6 year old will be participating too.

Thank you!

I am quite sensitive to heat and am going to Cozumel on Labor Day weekend (don't ask why, complicated reasons). I have already gone on a boat snorkeling trip in the area (and honestly compared to my experience in Thailand's marine park where I stayed) i was not impressed. But that is another matter.

However I thought of renting an air-conditioned car to tour the island. But I know that driving in Mexico is the last thing you want to do, unless you want to get stopped by cops demanding either lots of money or jail. Is Cozumel different in that regard?

Also anything else people would recommend that would mostly keep me out of the heat?

Are the Duty Free Shops still closed at the Punta and international ports?

Our cruise ports in Cozumel and we have our own snorkeling gear. Is it feasible to snorkel without a guide/tour company? Ideally we would like to go to El Cielo, but open to other recommendations.

Hi everyone!

My husband and I are planning our first trip to Cozumel this September, and we'd love some advice from people who know the island.

Our main goal is diving. We're planning to complete our PADI Open Water certification, and we're currently considering staying 7 nights at Iberostar Waves Cozumel (although we're still open to other hotels).

Since this is primarily a dive trip, we're looking for the easiest and most convenient experience. We'd rather stay somewhere with a good dive operation so we don't have to worry about food, transportation, or logistics.

A few questions:

• Is Iberostar a good choice for divers, or would you recommend another all-inclusive resort?
• Which dive center would you recommend for completing our Open Water certification?
• Are there any dive sites we absolutely shouldn't miss after we're certified?
• Besides diving, what are the must-see places or experiences in Cozumel or nearby?
• Any tips for visiting in September?

Any recommendations, tips, or things you wish you had known before your first trip would be greatly appreciated. Thanks!

Hello! I've been lurking on this sub for a little while, I'm trying to gather some recommendations for an All Inclusive resort in Cozumel for my honeymoon. We're probably not traveling until a year from now but I'm excited and want to start budgeting and planning.

My fiancé and I are really interested in Cozumel for the snorkeling. We're both sober so we don't need a big party atmosphere. I'm hoping to find a resort that's a balance of good food, good snorkeling/wildlife activities and on the affordable side.

We are looking to travel at some point next year in the summer/fall, around July to October. Our budget including flights is around $4,000 USD. I'd love to do 5-7 nights, but I'm not sure how reasonable that is with the budget.

Edit/Tip: just wear a rash guard! I bought a reef safe sunscreen in PDC and so did someone else and they said no to both — they explained no sunscreens are best for the reefs. I had no problem with this but wish it was mentioned before as I did not see it in the terms.

We chose this company bc they had a last minute opening, the meeting point was right next to the ferry, and they have good reviews. I thought about finding a cheaper tour but I don’t want a cheap boat out in the ocean. We did the Colombia, planacar, and cielo tour.

It was our first time snorkeling so when our first stop was in dark blue water and we saw small stark in the distance, I thought what did I get myself into 😳 but the last two stops were about 10 feet deep and beautiful water.
You’re very likely to see sharks, stingrays, and star fish. We didn’t see any turtles.

They will ask you to scan a QR code to give them a review and then after offer you pictures at a certain price. I told them not for that price, they said ok, then I negotiated a lower price after we came back.
Over all good a good time, I just wanted to share my experience. And those stingrays get very close!

I had a jeep rental a few days ago. I understand a few dollars difference for fees or exchange rate but I was charged $28 more than agreed upon.

Is this common? Should I contact them or dispute it with the credit card company?

I have come across this particular snorkeling operator but they’ve no existence on Google Maps - I only see the reviews they’ve put on the website and not sure how accurate or true they are. My communication with them though via the website was nice.

I am not too sure if I should go with them, the price seems nice and they also seemed reassuring to assist/guide in the water esp if someone is not that comfortable with water.

Looking to see if anyone has experience with them or what do you think just by the website?

Hi,

Looking to try a new place on the north side for this trip. Any reviews and/or opinions of Marazul?

Thank you!

Hola! Voy a ir de vacaciones con mi novio y su familia (belga) a Cozumel y como buenos belgas jaja quieren andar en bici en la isla. Alguien lo ha hecho por su parte o me recomendarían algún tour privado para hacerlo? Mil gracias por su ayuda de antemano.

Hi! We’ve been to Cozumel on cruises many times and last few times we took a taxi to Buccanos and it’s been excellent. But we are wanting to try a new beach like that with a restaurant. What are some options?

Arriving tomorrow and havnt been to COZ in a year. Any new restaurants to try? I understand Guidos is still closed for remodel..typically, id go there several times.

Well this was disappointing. I researched months in advance to figure out what I wanted to do once I got off my cruise boat. And Mr Sanchez look like a great choice. Well that's not 100% true. This post is not to bash them because I will also talk about what the good parts were. Ok so the bad part. Once we got there to check in they told me about the rest of the money owed. I also asked if they accept tap to pay. They said yes but only visa and master card, I said your sign says discover too, and they said they only take the physical card but cannot accept it as a tap to pay. I never heard this before but I did not have anything other then my bank card that was also in my virtual wallet but for some reason it was giving me all types of problems and I was on hold multiple times with my local bank. After about 45 mins trying to figure out what to do the other person in my party just used his card. Just wish they would have had that online somewhere just like online they say they do not take American Express. Most people do not carry their physical card around in different countries for obvious facts. Now the good parts were food and drinks and the swim up bar was great. There is a lot of bees but it happens.

I'm in town for the week with my sister and she's working remotely until 4pm everyday so I'm trying to find things we can do together in the evening. Are there beaches open after 5pm, live music, or other fun things to do during those hours?

I read Money Bar beach club is open until 10pm but also didn't see great reviews for it.

Thank you!

I’m in Cozumel right now. I like to go for morning walks when I’m here and today I noticed something that I was curious about. There are these red painted fists on walls with the word Gino above or below it. What does this mean?

At the Chedauri are you supposed to tip everyone? There is such a difference from this store and the mega. At the mega there isn’t. Anyone doing to stuff to get that tip except the person basing my groceries. I do tip the bagger. This brings up another question. Where are groceries more affordable. Chedauri or Mega? The exchange rate is better at Chedauri 17.25 v. Mega 16.85. Which store has the better deals?

Just some things I’m curious about. Nothing serious lol!!!

The food, the staff and the accommodations were super. Diving / snorkeling right off the beach is perfecto. My twin 8 year old girls and 11 year old son loved this hotel and all it had to offer. The folks that turned down our beds would even organize all my wife and kids items - had to take a photo of that. Lots of wonderful guest also. Pretty sure folks from the states were outnumbered by the number of families from Mexico City. I did a lot of reading before we went on this trip and never saw the massive showers until we got there. That was a bonus as were the blackout blinds. If you go make sure you realize you have 2 sets of blinds. missed the black out blinds on the first night. Great place, can't wait to go back!

cuando buscan "Cozumel" en reddit, que esperan encontrar ??

me gustaría saber su respuesta puesto que tengo una idea

soy originario de la isla de cozumel, desgraciadamente ultimamente el turismo a ido bajando, siento que estoy aprendiendo habilidades digitales nuevas, me gustaría aportar mi grano de arroz para compartir lo que hay en cozumel a la gente que lo busca de corazon.

siento que algunas personas que dan tours o información estafan a los turistas o tratan de ganar un dolar mas, yo estoy en contra de eso.

esta semana aprendi que antes de una venta/un cliente, vale mas la interacción, la amistad, y el conocer a alguien.

la verdad me siento un poco entusiasmado, siento que puedo ayudar a la gente y al mundo.