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Island Holbox in Mexico
Island Holbox in Mexico
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00:00Welcome to Trending Places. Today we will take you a lesser-known island Holbox in Mexico.
00:09The Yucatan Peninsula in Mexico's north coast is bordered by the tiny island of Holbox.
00:18A ferry connects the little town of Chaquila with Holbox, which is located about two hours north of Cancun.
00:28Although the island is officially in the Gulf of Mexico rather than the Caribbean Sea, the pristine white sands and blue waters will take your breath away.
00:41Anyone may be drawn in by its brilliant blue waters, immaculate beaches, and laid-back lifestyle.
00:50Holbox is renowned for its whale sharks and bioluminescent waters, yet it has no traffic or problems.
01:00It's a sight to behold, for sure.
01:05Today, Holbox is a tropical haven where travelers can get away from the throngs in Tulum or Cancun on the mainland.
01:15There are still plenty of things to do, despite this.
01:21Holbox is beautiful because it is uncomplicated, surrounded by nature, and moves at a leisurely pace.
01:31There is a lot of creativity, joy, and peace everywhere. You can't help but slow down and take it all in when you're here.
01:42It is a relaxing location free of traffic and tension.
01:48A lover of the outdoors will adore Holbox.
01:53You may kayak in the mangroves, kitesurf, soak in the sun on the beach, go on a boat excursion, or even go whale watching.
02:04One of the most well-known locations in the Caribbean to witness the enormous, yet docile, whale sharks is Holbox.
02:14There is no need to be concerned about being gobbled up in their company because these beautiful creatures feed plankton.
02:24Since it is prohibited to scuba dive with sharks, you must reserve a snorkeling excursion with a company that will take you out to see the lovely animals.
02:37Please refrain from using flash photography, using sunscreen, or touching the whale sharks.
02:46The season for whale sharks lasts from mid-May until mid-September.
02:53Travelers can feel very secure on Holbox Island. People travel here to unwind as there is no crime to worry about or stress about like in other parts of Mexico.
03:16On Holbox, the risk of pickpocketing, mugging, and drug offenses is extremely minimal.
03:26Although most crimes are between residents and don't involve tourists, it's still a good idea to exercise general caution and stay away from the beach at night.
03:38The height of the Holbox hurricane season takes place between August and October, and it lasts from late May until early November.
03:51Less than half a dozen hurricanes have impacted the Yucatan in the previous 40 years, thus the likelihood of one striking Holbox is negligible.
04:03Nevertheless, hurricanes passing by Holbox can still bring on bad weather. Check the weather forecasts in advance. Advise purchasing travel insurance for these months just in case.
04:19The people of Holbox have a fantastic reputation for being courageous and resilient, two traits that have assisted them in maintaining their little corner of paradise for centuries.
04:34They continue to impose severe regulations on tourism in order to preserve the splendor of their island.
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