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DOCUMENTS/PASSPORTS: Please refer to this site for the most current information regarding international travel: http://travel.state.gov/travel/cbpmc/cbpmc_3013.html
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Language
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Spanish. English is widely spoken and understood
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Time Zone
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One hour behind Eastern Standard Time.
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Currency
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The Mexican peso fluctuates often so the average current exchange rate is approximately 9.5 pesos
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Electricity
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110 volts, same as the United States.
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Beaches
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The east-west stretch of the island fronts the placid Bahia de Mujeres and offers the best swimming, the undertow on the Caribbean side, the north-south stretch can be dangerous (flags are posted to indicate conditions). All beaches are government property and are open to the public.
There are beautiful swimming waters and sandy beaches on the sheltered west coast, the cleanest beaches are associated with the hotels. Playa San Francisco is so long that access roads divide it into what seem to be numerous beaches. Some beaches are unnamed and deserted (except on Sundays when cruise ships are docked and locals spend time with their families). Other beaches such as Playa del Sol, are lively with restaurants, dive shops, and taxi stands.
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Climate
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Summer months are warmer, with highs in the upper 80s, but the sea breeze keeps it cool and comfortable. It seldom rains in the winter. Hurricane season is August - October, and that is when it is most likely to rain.
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What To Wear
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Bring clothes for the tropics. Light cotton dresses and light jacket for formal wear.
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Duty Free Allowances
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You may bring back from Mexico, duty-free up to US$400 worth of articles. Duty must be paid on all merchandise over this amount. This exemption applies only to products for personal use. On articles that accompany you or your baggage. This exemption may include 1 liter of alcohol and no more than 200 cigarettes. A flat rate of 10% will be applied to the first $600 of merchandise in excess of $400. .
Please be sure to have the second part of your tourist card when you leave Mexico.
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