Progreso Travel Forum

We are struggling with whether to rent a car or take the buses during our trip to Progreso May 24 through 31. Do you....or anyone...have info on private drivers ?

We will be in Progresso for several hours. Looking for best beach - do not want ot pay$$$ to go to one of the all inclusive places. Would like chairs, drink available and snorkling - appreciate any and all ideas.

Are there any internet cafes at or near the Port of Progreso? I am traveling to Progreso in January and need access to the internet to send and receive data. Can anyone provide any information.

IS THERE BUS TRANSPORTATION TO AND FROM MERIDA INTL AIRPORT?

1. We are staying in Uaymitun for January 2008. So far, we do not plan to rent a car as we've heard that public transportation is plentiful and cheap. I'd love suggestions of day trips we could take. I realize that we are staying in a fairly isolated place so I'm interested in other travelers experiences staying in this area. I'm concerned that I may get bored!! I like to do something interesting at least part of every day and not just lay around the pool/beach.

2. I have to keep in fairly regular touch with my family in Canada as I have an elderly somewhat unwell parent. Where is the closest internet cafe? Is there any wireless access in the area at all?

3. Is it easy to find groceries? Would it be difficult to transport a few large shopping bags in the public bus/combi?

Thanks for any and all help!

Buenas Dias....I will be vacationing in the Progreso/Uaymitun area for one month winter of 2007.....my question(s) Do I need to know Spanish fluently or will I be able to get by with certain phrases??...(am taking Spanish lesson once weekly until December) Secondly, will I need to rent a vehicle to travel for groceries etc. to and from Progreso-Merida-Uaymitun ?? I have been warned by others not to rent a car....Thirdly, are there adequate ATM machines in Progreso?? Gracias...Hasta pronto....La madre

In Playa del Carmen we noticed the beaches were top-optional. How about the beaches in Progreso? Are they the same or are "topless beachers" not allowed? Thanks.

I visited a web site with properties for sale in the Chicxulub/Progreso area and fell in love with the water, laid back atmosphere, etc. My husband and I are planning a trip to this area at the end of May 2005 to scout the area and see some properties. Do you know anyone else that have made that move? We live in Florida and are tired of the rat race and stress. Are we crazy for wanting to do that? I'm not sure if we can obtain a visa to be able to live permanently in Mexico - we do not plan on working. I will contact the Embasy/Consulate in Miami for more info on this subject. Will it be cheaper to buy a car locally or ship our own; any info along these lines about living there full time will be greatly appreciated.

I want to buy some property along the coast near progreso,Yucatan,Mexico. How do I find someone who will help me and not rip me of? Can someone give me a name and how to contact them? Where should I stay when I am there?