What kind of island is Cozumel?

flat island
Cozumel is a flat island based on limestone, resulting in a karst topography. The highest natural point on the island is less than 15 m (49 ft) above sea level.

Do I need a passport to go to Cozumel?

You need a passport to visit Cozumel, but likely don’t need a visa. If you’re planning on visiting Cozumel for a few days, you’ll need a passport (as you would visiting any other destination in Mexico). The only exception is for those traveling on closed-loop cruises, which start and end at the same U.S. port.

Is Cancun a part of the Caribbean?

It means places like the Cayman Islands, smack in the middle of the sea south of Cuba, and less obvious places like the shore of the Yucatan peninsula of Mexico. And yes, Cancun is in the Caribbean.

Is it safe to go to Cozumel?

Cozumel is a very safe place to vacation with a low historic crime rate, especially relative to other US and Mexican destinations. In the high-traffic tourist areas, crime is nearly zero. Everyone understands the value of the tourism industry, and the safety of visiting tourists is given the highest priority.

Where is Cozumel island?

Cozumel, island in the Caribbean Sea, about 10 miles (16 km) off the eastern coast of the Yucatán Peninsula, in Quintana Roo estado (state), southeastern Mexico.

Can I use US dollars in Cozumel?

Cozumel’s official currency is the Mexican peso. Since the Mexican peso to U.S. dollar exchange rate fluctuates, American dollars are, however, widely accepted in Cozumel, though you may get change back in pesos. You also might get a better deal on goods and services if you pay in pesos.

What language is spoken in Cozumel Mexico?

Spanish Mexican
Spanish Mexican is the official language spoken by the majority of the population.

Why is Mexico considered Caribbean?

It seems the spirit of the dictionary definition is that the area east of the Gulf of Mexico, south of the Florida Peninsula, and north of South America all have similar tropical climates and are part of the Caribbean.

What two countries are located on the same Caribbean island?

The Caribbean island of Hispaniola is home to two countries: Haiti and the Dominican Republic.

What is hurricane season in Cozumel?

The Cozumel hurricane season goes from June through November. It is the worst time to go for an obvious reason: the high risk of rain. A hurricane may not hit Cozumel or even come close. But hurricanes and tropical storms affect the weather for many hundreds of miles around them.