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Ancient Temples & Towel Animals: A Costa Maya Cruise Port Adventure

Brent’s Crossroads
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👁️ 110 views📅 2 months ago⏱️ 28:10
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Creator's Key Takeaways

I just love the fact that these still exist for us to check out even after being buried in the, you know, reclaimed by the jungle that we've been able to save them and revitalize them and make them available for people to experience again.

Overall, I loved our excursion with Native Choice. It's owned and operated uh by locals and it is definitely well worth the money.

My tip is just watch the times. Um, a lot of a lot of these excursion companies know how the cruise lines operate.

Creator's Tips & Advice

Get off the ship early if you want to secure a seat at the free pool in Costa Maya, especially when multiple ships are in port.
If you have mobility issues or use a wheelchair, utilize the available transportation options at the port.
Use the bathrooms and buy snacks at the kiosk outside the ruins entrance, as there are no facilities inside the archaeological site.

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Fear of being left behind by the ship when using a non-ship excursionJust watch the times. Find excursions that get back 4 hours before you have to return to the boat.

Questions This Creator Answers

QIs it safe to book excursions with local companies instead of the cruise line?
QWhat is the experience like at the Chacchoben Mayan Ruins?
QHow crowded does the Costa Maya port get?
QWhat is the difference between the ship's free dining and paid options?

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Top: Chacchoben Mayan Ruins ($69 per person)
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YouTube Video Description

Welcome to the Crossroads! 🌎 Join us as we step back in time at the breathtaking Chacchoben Mayan Ruins near Costa Maya, Mexico! On this adventure, we explore towering ancient temples, walk among centuries-old structures, and uncover the fascinating history of the ancient Maya civilization. If you're cruising to Costa Maya or planning a trip to Mexico, this is one of the best archaeological sites to visit! We’ll share what to expect, tips for exploring the ruins, and why Chacchoben is a must-do excursion when visiting the Mexican Caribbean. Plus, we mix in some cruise fun by showing you how to create playful towel animals for your travels — because every great adventure deserves a little creativity! 🐘🐒 In this video: ✔️ Exploring Chacchoben Mayan Ruins ✔️ Costa Maya cruise excursion tips ✔️ Ancient pyramids and temples ✔️ Archaeology and Maya history Whether you're a cruise traveler, history lover, or Mexico explorer, this adventure has something for you! 👍 Be sure to LIKE this video if you love cruise travel and ancient history 🔔 SUBSCRIBE for more cruise vlogs, travel tips, excursions, and adventures from the Crossroads Thanks for stopping in — and we hope to see you out on our travels! Chapters 00:00 Good Morning! 01:00 Shaq's for Breakfast 02:23 Disembarking 03:10 The Port of Costa Maya 06:17 Exiting the Port Area 07:16 Outside the Fence and Native Choice Kiosk 07:46 On the Road/ Cemetery Interlude 09:08 Chacchoben 18:11 Mexican Snack Stop 18:40 Back to the Port/ Sky Dancers 20:06 Returning to the Jubilee 20:58 Towel Buddy for the Day and Rough Waters 21:28 Street Eats Part V: The Revenge 22:11 Drinks at the Serenity Bar and Dr. Inks 22:48 Dinner at Cucina del Capitano 25:37 Family Feud and Comedy for the Evening 26:50 End of Day Musings and Tips #Chacchoben #CostaMaya #MayanRuins #MexicoTravel #CruiseExcursion #CarnivalCruise #AncientHistory #TravelVlog Follow me for more Disney, travel, and cruise content on the website! 🎆 Website- https://brentscrossroads.substack.com/