Cancun on a Budget

Vacationing Cancun can be economical. Here are some easy tips to help you plan a budget vacation.

Food on a Budget

Follow locals and eat at the same cafes. Downtown Cancun has two major markets that offer a large selection of food stalls and restaurants. Mercado 28 is the largest market with a variety of meal choices and cuisine styles. Breakfast at La Pasteleria - La Creperia. La Pasteleria is a quaint bakery specializing in tarts, while La Creperia is small café specializing crepes. Other good restaurant choices are; El Cejas, Tacos Rijos, and Fish Fritanga. All these offer a taste of Cancun at a budget price.

Sights on a Budget

If you enjoy nightlife, try Senor Frogs, where their motto is "you can never have too many conga lines." Visit their website at: www.senorfrogs.com/index.htm.

At Museo Arqueologico de Cancun you learn about the history and culture of Cancun at a cost of $0-5.00. Admission is free Sundays and holidays. The website is: www.homeandabroad.com/c/29/Site/70473_Museo_Arqueol_gico_de_Canc_n_visit.html

Hotels on a Budget

Budget hotels are found at Ciudad Cancun. Located mainland and twenty minutes from beaches is Secrets Maroma Beach Rivera Cancun. They offer an all inclusive plan. Try Hotetur Beach Paradise, an all inclusive resort with prices ranging from $127-$197 (USD). There is a beach on site, and the hotel offers a health club, outdoor tennis, and pool.

As you do your reseach prior to your trip, you will find many hotels offering all inclusive packages. With food and drink included, a package can be very attractive for the budget-savvy vacationer.

Air Travel on a Budget

Airfare to Cancun may take the largest chunk of vacation dollars, so this is an area to research thoroughly. A travel agent to help search may be a wise investment if you are pressed for time, or an infrequent traveler who needs help.

Search the Internet for keywords like: cancun airfare, cancun airfare deals, and cancun airfare sales. A few general tips will help your search. Leave from a major hub; even if you have to drive to another airport to depart, the savings may justify the drive. Is your schedule flexible enough to plan a trip during off peak winter months? As a rule, students are usually traveling during the months of March and June due to school breaks and holidays. All these factors will make a difference. Try these websites for a start: www.Cheapflights.com/Cancun, www.expedia.com