Interesting facts about Mexico

Interesting facts about Mexico

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Hello, my name is Birgit and I am responsible for the blog area of ​​Leon Tours. I live in Cozumel and work as a SECTUR certified tour guide. That means I have the accreditation from the Mexican government to give official tours in the archeological sites of Mexico. I am also a PADI dive instructor and love the underwater world as much as the above water world.

I am excited about Mexico’s diverse history, as well as its traditions and nature. During these tours to the archeological sites, I discover something new every day about this amazing country. In my blog I am giving an insight into my dreamland Mexico. The number of articles will continuously grow with interesting topics about Mexico, while I always have an eye on what is of interest for visitors in Mexico. I am always happy to receive feedback and suggestions. Have fun reading!

High quality tequila: Recommendations from Mexico

High quality tequila: Recommendations from Mexico

Tequila from Mexico How to recognize High Quality TequilaHigh Quality Tequila: Recommendations from MexicoOne of Mexico’s most popular souvenirs is tequila. It is the most famous form of the Mexican national drink Mezcal and is extracted from the heart of the blue...

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Biodegradable sunscreen

Biodegradable sunscreen

Biodegradable Sunscreen Coral ProtectionBiodegradable sunscreen: Coral ProtectionA special consideration for the vacation luggage to Mexico should be the right sunscreen. Because we have to protect our skin against the strong sun and dangerous UV rays. However, the...

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Cenotes in Mexico

Cenotes in Mexico

Cenotes in Mexico The best Cenotes of the Riviera MayaThe best cenotes in Mexico: Magic OasesLovely, but mystical and full of secrets; the cenotes of the Yucatan Peninsula are a true gift of the nature. Swimming in a cenote, surrounded by jungle and rock formations,...

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The History of the Maya: An Introduction

The History of the Maya: An Introduction

History of the Maya Between Myths and Knowledge: An IntroductionHistory of the Maya: An IntroductionThe Maya were excellent mathematicians, architects, astronomers, doctors and very religious people. Their daily life was permeated with rituals and ceremonies. Native...

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The best mosquito repellent for Mexico

The best mosquito repellent for Mexico

The best mosquito protection For Mexico and the CaribbeanThe best mosquito protection for Mexico and the CaribbeanThe vacation is booked - off to Mexico and the Caribbean. The anticipation of balmy summer nights, tropical rainforests and dream beaches rises!!! If only...

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Chichen Itza Travel Guide

Chichen Itza Travel Guide

Travel Guide Chichen Itza History | Arquitecture | Insider TippsChichen Itza: Travel Guide into the Mayan WorldIt is a once in a lifetime opportunity to see the famous Mayan ruins of Chichen Itza. For many visitors, the culture of ancient Mexico has so much...

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Private Excursions Riviera Maya

Private Excursions Riviera Maya

Riviera Maya Private Excursions Certified Guides | Personal Support | Pick upPlaya del Carmen: Private Excursions Riviera MayaTreat yourself in a very special way - discover the Riviera Maya with our Riviera Maya private excursions. Our certified tour guides will show...

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Seaweed in Playa del Carmen: Escape the algae

Seaweed in Playa del Carmen: Escape the algae

Sargasso in Playa del Carmen How to avoid the algaeSeaweed in Playa del Carmen – how to avoid the algeaThis is how to imagine Mexican coasts – turquoise blue, crystal clear water, surrounded by coconut palms. This is usually what the Riviera Maya look like – usually....

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Learn surfing on Cozumel: Insider Tipps

Learn surfing on Cozumel: Insider Tipps

Surfing on Cozumel Insider TippsLearn to Surf on CozumelSurfing in Cozumel is a real insider tip For surfing, Cozumel has perhaps the best waves in the Caribbean part of Mexico. It is true that the island is not one of the most famous surf spots. But that's exactly...

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How to get to Cozumel

How to get to Cozumel

How to get to Cozumel Ferry | Airplane | Cruise shipHow to get to CozumelThe Island Cozumel is located about 15 kilometers (10 miles) from the mainland of the Riviera Maya. Visiting Cozumel is therefore only possible by ferry, plane or during a cruise. The crossing...

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Paying on a cruise in the Caribbean

Paying on a cruise in the Caribbean

Paying on a cruise Cash and currencies | Credit Card | Money exchangePaying on a cruise in Mexico and the CaribbeanCruisers travel to many countries in just a few days. That means a lot of preparation and planning for each destination. One question comes up on almost...

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Pay in Mexico

Pay in Mexico

Paying in Mexico Cash or Credit Cards?Paying in Mexico: The Mexican PesosThe vacation budget is an important part of travel planning, along with the flight and accommodation. This includes both the amount of the travel budget and the payment modalities on site.  ...

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Diving with bull sharks Playa del Carmen

Diving with bull sharks Playa del Carmen

Bull Sharks in Mexico Diving with Bull Sharks in Playa del CarmenDiving with Bull Sharks in Playa del CarmenEvery year in winter, when the water gets colder (“cold: 26℃/78℉”), bull sharks visit the Riviera Maya. Mostly female sharks come near the coast between...

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Cozumel History: Ancient Mayan legends

Cozumel History: Ancient Mayan legends

Cozumel History Ancient Mayan LegendsCozumel History: Ancient Mayan LegendsCozumel awaits with an exciting and interesting history. It dates back to the time of the ancient Maya, whose culture on Cozumel came to an end with the arrival of the Spaniards. These Maya...

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Cozumel festivities – The most important fiestas

Cozumel festivities – The most important fiestas

Cozumel Fiestas The most important festivities in CozumelCozumel Fiestas – The most important festivitiesLa fiesta belongs to Cozumel, as the colors red, white, and green to Mexico. No matter when you come to visit us on our beautiful island, there is always a...

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Cozumel Coral Reefs: Fascinating Underwater World

Cozumel Coral Reefs: Fascinating Underwater World

Cozumel Reefs The best Dive and Snorkel SitesCozumel Coral Reefs: Fascinating Underwater WorldDas Korallenriff auf Cozumel ist nach dem Great Barrier Riff das zweitgrößte Barrier-Riff weltweit. Damit ist es das größte Riff des atlantischen Ozeans und beginnt im Norden...

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Hotels in Cozumel – the best accommodations

Hotels in Cozumel – the best accommodations

Hotels in Cozumel The best accommodationsHotels in Cozumel – The best accommodationsVisitors can stay in a variety of different accommodation. There is everything available, from expensive all-inclusive resorts directly on the beach to nice city hotels to simple...

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Whale Sharks Riviera Maya: Swim with whale sharks

Whale Sharks Riviera Maya: Swim with whale sharks

Whale Sharks Riviera Maya Snorkel and Swim with WHALE SHARKSSnorkel and Swim with WHALE SHARKS: Riviera MayaOnly in a few places in the world, whale sharks can be seen and observed, such as in summer in the Riviera Maya in Mexico. Every year between June and August,...

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