Good base for exploring Mayan ruins?

[TATrisha]

OK... WONDERFUL idea! You should go on this ruins trip in April... and come to my wedding!!!!!!

[katrina]

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Originally Posted by starchild Does anyone know about the border crossing between Belize and Mexico? I'm wondering if it is similar to the U.S./Mexico border where you just drive in, or if there is paperwork you need, etc. Also, if we were to start out in Valladolid or somewhere near there, and wanted to go from there to a resort in Tulum (without renting a car) are there shuttles or transfers available? I can ask my TA but you all know so much I figure I would start here. As you see I'm all over the map but just exploring many options, thanks )

this is my honeymoon... hah.

border crossing is straight forward- no paperwork but your passport. however, it's very difficult to be able to rent a car in mexico and take it into belize. most rental agencies won't allow it. there are plenty of private transfer services in belize, that will come pick you up in mexico and take you into belize. we're using BelizeTransfers.com Home. there is public transportation between the two countries and it's very cheap. it can also be very slow and very no frills- think repurposed yellow school bus.

[starchild]

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Originally Posted by Tlseege OK... WONDERFUL idea! You should go on this ruins trip in April... and come to my wedding!!!!!!

Awww......I wish...sniff sniff (

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Originally Posted by bounciekat this is my honeymoon... hah. border crossing is straight forward- no paperwork but your passport. however, it's very difficult to be able to rent a car in mexico and take it into belize. most rental agencies won't allow it. there are plenty of private transfer services in belize, that will come pick you up in mexico and take you into belize. we're using BelizeTransfers.com Home. there is public transportation between the two countries and it's very cheap. it can also be very slow and very no frills- think repurposed yellow school bus.

You have fabulous taste...lol Thanks a bunch, that is great information!