Isla Holbox Travel Forum

Hi, I'm new to the board.
The misses and I will be staying for 7 days in Holbox and moving on the Playa del Carmen for 6 more. What is the best way to get to Playa? I'm assuming I need to get to Chiquila by ferry first and catch a bus somehow?
What are my options?

Thanks ni advance.

I'm having some trouble finding scheduled times that buses leave Chiquila. Does anyone know how often they run from Chiquila to Merida? Is there someplace that has the schedule listed? Thanks!

My husband and I are thinking of visiting late June/early July and his only concern is the water. He wants crystal clear blue water like in the Caribbean. Everything else about the island seems perfect and exactly what we are looking for. Can anyone comment on the clarity and "blueness" of the water? We are thinking of staying at Villas Paraiso del Mar. How is the food? My husband is a picky eater. And, is the suite worth the $100 more than the junior suite?

Thanks in advance!

I would like to be on Holbox in august and to dive with whale shark . I have PADI certification. Is it possible or snorkling is just possible?

DOES ANYONE KNOW HOW MUCH THE BUS IS?

Hi
We arrive in Canun 7;30 pm, would it still be possible to make it to Holbox that evening ? If so, what would be the best way ?
Thanks
Valerie

Is there a ferry, boat or water taxi from Isla Mujeres to Isla Holbox?

We are going to Holbox for one week at the end of November. Anyone have suggestions of the best things to do or see? Would appreciate any tips. Thanks.

Hey!

In Cancun, theyre selling tours for one day to Isla Holbox, for 200 USD, including snorkelling with whale sharks, transportation there and meals.

Do you think this is a good deal, or would it be cheaper to get a bus and a boat to Holbox, spend a night there, book a snorkelling tour and come backto cancun..?!?

Thanks...

I need tips/help about getting to Holbox from the Cancun Airport. I know I can take a bus to Chiquila from downtown Cancun bus terminal but I can't find any information about getting from the airport to there. Also is it better to take the taxi to to Chiquila.

Thank you in advance for any info you may have.

Hi. I am actually a frequent visiter of Isla Mujeres and I am so disappointed in what is has become. I found info about Holbox and it seems to be what IM used to be. I was hoping to hear from some locals, if they post here. I am putting together a plan to visit. I am not into the big resorts. A nice small hotel without all the "extras" will do fine. I also noticed the larger hotels seem to have the restaurants. What about local restaurants that aren't run by foreigners?

Thank you for any info!
Frances

My girlfriend and I will be traveling to Isla Holbox in mid-July of '07 and have two concerns:

1. Has the island recovered from damage sustained by Hurricane Wilma?

2. Are the mosquitoes unbearable? From what I read, they come out in droves at night. They don't bother me but my girlfriend is constantly attacked and I don't want her vacation ruined by them.

It would be most appreciated if anyone could provide any information regarding either of these.

Thanks,
-pterminal

Hi All,

Me and my girlfriend are visiting Holbox for the first time arriving on September 19th and staying for 2 weeks. We have booked 1 week at Villas Delfines and have booked nothing else. Has anyone else been at this time of year?? Any advice on hotels, trips.... or with any stories that'll make us smile. my email is richard_conway@hotmeil.com

Thanks

Richard & Emily

Hi! :-)
I have been researching a lot about Isla Holbox and will be going with my boyfriend soon. I'm wondering when the best time of year to go is? We were thinking in November or December...any suggestions? Thanks in advance!
Stacy :-)

My husband and I are planning a trip to Isla Holbox in January 2007. Where is the nicest place to stay? Villa Delfines, Villas Paraiso Del Mar, Xaloc, Casa Sandra?? I've seen some bad reviews for Faro Viejo. Any information would be appreciated. Also - how long/bad is the drive from Cancun? How about fishing - how much does it run?

Is anyone familiar with Mi Capricho Resort on Holbox? Are there a lot of biting insects in February and March?

Greetings from Music City.

We're heading down to Isla Holbox over Spring Break and wanted to hear anyone's recommendations for where to eat, who to hire for fishing, getting to the nearby islands, etc.

Also, if you have advice on hiring a taxi to get from Cancun Airport to Chiquila, I'd love to hear it. The hotel at which we're staying has an airport pickup, but it seems much too expensive. Any advice anyone has would be much appreciated!

Thank you all so much!

Hello,

has anyone stayed at the Xaloc Resort at Isla Holbox and can tell us something about it? It should be very nice.

Thanks and best wishes,
Thomas

Hi,
I've spent a week at Holbox in August 2001 and I loved it. The only thing I didn't like were the huge amounts of mosquitos that appeared in the evening.
I want to go to Yuactan in January and maybe also to Holbox.
My question: are there always many mosquitos at Holbox and if not, is January a good month to go there?

Thanks,
Niek