SMB Tip Number 83: Cancun Airport

A colleague of mine just returned from her honeymoon in the Riviera Maya, and having flown into and out of Cancun airport, had a few tips to share.

First - the food in the airport is ridiculously priced (2 burgers, 2 onion rings, 2 shakes at Johnny Rockets = $33). Eat elsewhere if possible.

Second - walk past every person IN the airport who tries to give you a ride or persuade you to talk to them. They are selling timeshare presentations. Your ride is OUTSIDE the airport with a sign that has your name on it.

Third - plan to be delayed at Customs coming into Mexico. If you are bringing a mass quantity of items (say, for a wedding...) place copies of your receipts inside your luggage, with a note written in Spanish explaining that the items are for a wedding and that you do not plan to sell them in Mexico.

More tips to come!