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Here are some helpful tips and information to think about to make the most of your stay.
It's the ideal location for those who want a quiet beach vacation away from the glitz, but with ample tourist amenities. The town has just two principal streets and you can walk from one end to the other in about 15 minutes.
You can get by with English, but Spanish is not superfluous. Most places accept US dollars but not credit cards. Almost all prices are quoted in Mexican pesos and it is generally cheaper to pay in pesos, than in US dollars. There is no bank in town, but several bank cash machines for withdrawals.
The reef just off shore is part of the Great Mesoamerican Reef, the second largest reef system in the world and the largest in the Western Hemisphere. In 1998 the reef in front of Puerto Morelos became a protected National Marine Park, preserving its rich biodiversity and making this area one of the best preserved of the Great Mesoamerican Reef. Buildings in Puerto Morelos are limited to three stories by local bylaws, to preserve its village character.
Puerto Morelos' reputation as a laid-back Caribbean destination is supported by its scattering of boutique hotels, condominiums, villas, plus various small restaurants and tourist shops. Its appeal is especially strong to travelers who eschew all-inclusives and built up "touristy" attractions. For the most part, the town is a residential community with a mix of Mexicans, Canadians, Americans, and Europeans who live there full or part time.
Just across the Highway 307, the main north-south route on the peninsula, is Colonia Zetina Gazca, commonly know as "La Colonia." This inland community is mainly single level dwellings for local Mexicans and a few ex-pats, and contains amenities such as small food stores, pharmacies, and several casual restaurants serving simple fare.



Weather and Climate

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Weather conditions play huge roll in our dive operation. The biggest factor is wind strength. If the winds get to strong, they kick up big waves and the Port Captain (Harbor Master) can close the port if he determines that conditions are unsafe to dive. I recommend scheduling your dives for the beginning of your vacation so you have days left to reschedule, if the weather is unfavorable. We use a website called Windguru to help us predict if we will be diving or not. The easiest way to read the site is by the stars. 0-1 star: we will very likely be diving, 2 stars: 50/50 chance of the port being closed, 3 stars: we will be diving in Cenotes!

Here are another two fantastic weather sites that we highly recommend looking at. INSERT QUICK DESCRIPTION ABOUT EACH ONE AND THEIR BEST QUALITIES.........................Wunderground and the NOAA importance of checking the weather!!!.
It is our goal at Aquanauts Dive Adventures to contribute to the global sharing of information. Listed below are links to websites that we think might be of interest to our customers.

Diving:
  • PADI
  • PADI eLearning 

Travel:
  • Webcams
  • VivaPuertoMorelos.com
  • LocoGringo.Com
  • Lone Star Travel

  • Hotels:
  • Hacienda Morelos
  • Suites Arrecifes
  • Posada el Moro
  • Ceiba del Mar Spa Resort

  • Condo and Villa Rentals:

  • casatoucan.com
  • Mexico Vacation Villas
  • Vacation Rentals
  • Cyber Rentals
  • Home Away Vacation Rentals
  • Owner Direct Vacation Rentals
  • Alma Libre Bookstore Home and Condo Rentals
  • Viva Puerto Morelos Rentals
  • Puerto Morelos Real Estate:
    • Mayan Riviera Properties
    • Caribbean Shores Realty
    • Travel Treasures Real Estate
  • Favorite Businesses:
    • Alma Libre Bookstore
    • Hola Asia Restaurant
    • Centro de Mioterapia Correctiva
  • Other:
    • California Motorcycle Tours
    • Greatest Dive Sites
    • Puerto Morelos Weather Forecast
Other Sites:
  • Springline Charters - Campbell River, B.C.
  • Key West Diving - Key West, Florida

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