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Forget what you think you know about Cancun. Sure, it’s famous for sun-drenched beaches and endless margaritas, but step off the tourist trail and you’ll find a side to Cancun that’s as thrilling as it is unexpected. 

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Sunbathe by day and fiesta by night: Cancun highlights

Welcome to Cancun, where the beauty of the white sand beaches is matched only by the energy of its nightlife and cultural scenes. From lounging on beaches to lively fiestas. Temples to Temales, Cancun is a treasure to behold. 

There’s nothing quite like hitting the beach on the first day of any trip, and you definitely won't want to miss the otherworldly beauty of those found on Cancun holidays.

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Essential information for Cancun

  1. Time Zone

    UK -6hrs

  2. Language

    Spanish

  3. Currency

    Mexican Peso

  4. Flight information

    11 hrs direct

  1. Flight schedule

    Fly direct from London Heathrow on Wednesday, Friday & Sunday with Virgin Atlantic from 19th October 2025.

  2. Do I need a visa?

    No, UK passport holders don't need a visa for Mexico. You'll just need to complete a tourist card on your flight to Cancun. However, if you are travelling via the USA, then you will need to apply for an ESTA (Electronic System for Travel Authorisation (ESTA) no less than 72 hours prior to travelling.

    Find out more about Travel Visas here

  3. Getting around

    The bus system runs along the hotel zone in Cancun. As with all Mexican bus trips, you may encounter locals leaping aboard to entertain you with a song, so have a few pesos ready. Otherwise, ask your hotel concierge to book you a taxi.

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