Getting Around
In a colectivo
While in town:
Good for if you're near the beach or downtown.
Plenty of accessible spots. Great thing, you don't need a lock or to worry about it being stolen.
Things to be aware of: streets aren't all bike-friendly. If you're out at night, bring a flashlight, I just kept my phone flashlight on and kept it in my bag, or pointed at the ground in the attached basket. Cars and other people can see you easily this way!
Walking -- get those steps in! Create smaller waypoints for stopping or go in and get a snack, coffee, or ice cream (helado) if you're not in a rush.
In PDC, there aren't any Ubers. Grab taxis. Their rates are posted. If they aren't, don't use them. OR talk about the price before you get in.
The ADO is a great bus. Don't think Greyhound, think "I dont have to drive or worry about traffic". They're clean, mostly air conditioned, and know where they're going between towns.
They drop off downtown by the hotels, here and there's always taxis waiting.
Their regular site was mostly shit, but on mobile is okay and you can always just head to the ticket counter for help.
el boleto = a ticket
yo necesito (yo ness-ah-SEE-to) = I need...
quisiera (key-see-air-uh) = I would like...
a + city(ciudad: see-you-dahd)= to...Cancún, Tulum, etc
cuánto cuesta? = How much?
¿tomas las tarjetas? (toe-mahs lahs tar-hettas) = do you take cards?
Colectivos in town: (these are great!)
They are cheap, easy to use, but you will need a bit of Spanish or be pretty versed in charades and having internet for translating. You'll need cash, $20 - 60MXN, coins are great to use here, easy to get ready before you hop out and hand off.
Look for the buses and vans with writing on them; they tend to collect in certain areas. Ask around and someone will know
¿Dónde está el estación de los colectivos?
They're all near the underpass, lined up and organized.
Ask around and find out where your van is lining up!
To Bacalar
To Cancun
To Tulum/Central Point
Taxis
Flag them down, or get the number of one you like. Download 'whats app' to keep in touch! The rates should be posted or available for viewing/verifying. OR just ask before you get in; and determine the price before you head out. Haggling is okay, but not for lower than the posted cost (big sheets that show sections of the city and the prices).