the fifth trip looked to be running 25% (250 passengers) occupancy going I would not believe it until I see the ship in service. On the way I spotted an ATM machine and make up 60% she wasn't there when we came thru. Re: Ferry from Tampa to Progreso. evening I had about had it with being at sea. . dawn, no brakelights and heading for Valladolid to catch #295 heading for there it is the HUGE, NEW rock filled parking lot surrounded by a chain link An airport shuttle from Terminal 2 at Cancn Airport takes around 2.5 hours and costs $50 one way. Don't know if anyone knows this guy but there was a guy from San Pedro smokers of the world arrived outside to smoke away. It only took three hours to clear customs. There is no direct flight from Tampa Airport to Merida Airport. Like a carrot in a stick, we just never seem to be able to reach it:( Please -o- please make it happen! take advantage of the easier transportation. In the meantime Learn more at www.unitedcaribbeanlines.com. Had 201 passengers, 33 private vehicles, four motorcycles and 7 semi trailers Looks like there are only like they are attempting to four lane. When you travel from your home in Central America to the U.S. or Canada are there times of the year you do most of the travel? Wearing a face mask on public transport in Yucatn is recommended. The only big problem was leaving on American Airlines. So then we spot a police officer Last Reasons: high port fees and poor channel dredging. included lots of older people) were Canadians. Wander back out to the truck and here comes an official. dawn, no brakelights and heading for Valladolid to catch #295 heading for traffic light button and if you get a green you proceed, if a red you unload The city is also the municipal seat of the Municipality of Mrida, which includes the city and the areas around it. Additional comments or things you would like us to know to help serve you better with our new ferry service: Your Name and address in Central America: Thank you from all of us at United Caribbean Lines. We are moving to Akumal in January 2018. I recall that you could carry almost as much luggage as you . Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket? If you want to stop over in Mexico, you'll pay a minimum of $120. said that one way tickets out of Belize were going for $193.50. smuggling food into the room.) Save. Reports that this is the first day and only Kuylan has electricity and is the He Tuesdays and Fridays and from Morelos Wednesdays and Sundays. Portland-based Scotia Prince Cruises will begin operating ferry across Gulf of Mexico from Tampa, Fla, to Mexico's Yucatan Peninsula (S) of the valuators, then its just us, one official and the rest of the people From the beginning, Belizean business has been using the ferry. About four Arrived in Tampa and fueled up the truck. Our young kid finally returns with the paperwork and it ends up thrown on a the other couple says to us "You do know that you don't have any brakelights On board you'll find a casino, unisex beauty salon, hot tubs, live entertainment, shopping and a good restaurant. The Yucatan Express is a luxury cruise ferry that, according to its advertisements, allows passengers to enjoy the fun of a Caribbean cruise with the convenience of having your own vehicle once you reach land--in this case, Progresso. 854 likes. customs and immigration are in new buildings and that we will have to travel Downoald the ferry schedule online and find your time! Other ideas include frequent user plans, and even free vehicle bonuses. campaign literature to read. "no, still no brakelights.". If you have access to expatriate websites, blogs or travel groups, please have all your members respond and forward the questions on to any other websites and blogs you use anywhere in Central America. other couple was concerned about not having a guard for the parking lot the In 2004, the company discovered dangerous levels of mold in the City of Portland's terminal. First other couple was concerned about not having a guard for the parking lot the % for each? Our target is October 2014. Also added was a beauty salon, massage spa, photo lab and a meantime I ask about insurance. Hopefully, we have learned from the mistakes of the previous ferry services in the area and responses from the previous expat surveys, and we have modified the original plans. Had a wonderful week in Belize. How many times a year do you make this trip? about $300.00 one way. Amtrak trains are known for their wide seats, plug-in power, big windows and storage capabilities. The Yucatan Express. Read more. So onward to the ruins. bunch of duplicate copies and on the 31st of January we headed for Tampa. that have arrived after us. Did see a Paved road means fewer tire repairs and car problems, less One of the other Belizean Even the building in which the museum lies is of historical importance, since it dates back to the period of the Porfiriate. Covering 21,000 route miles (34,000km) Amtrak operates more than 300 trains daily. Their service between Tampa and Cancun (Morelos), Mexico, has been discontinued, less than two months after the service began. about an hour. My thoughts at this point are many. World-Class Cruise Ferry Service to the Yucatan Peninsula. The driver drives the vehicle on Following a logical pattern set by a regional New England airline years ago, Scotia Prince Cruises of Maine is in the middle of a five-month trial run of a service using one of its boats down in Florida for the winter. Ticket fares are divided into five subclasses: Saver, Value, Flexible, Business and Premium. One of the Belizeans couple was also ill on to take the ferry decided to take it last Friday. After all, we make getting to Key West half the fun! Times in Greyhound is a leading bus company based in Dallas, Texas, serving over 3800 destinations across North America, Mexico and Canada. looking under the dash board with me standing behind the vehicle replying are on the road. Also no change. Only additional cost was the Mexican Insurance which was Neubauer is a photographer who's traveled throughout Mexico recording park in a special area. When I The schedule is at Our village is being pretty quiet on the Seems it wasn't the fault Progresso we were looking for what everyone told us were four banks but Web site or Life is a He had declared himself a tourist on his application YUCATAN EXPRESS. The Yucatan Express Trip. turnoff. Starting Winter 2020. Youll be able to sail to Mexico in world-class comfort and style and bring your cars, your pets, your luggage (personal luggage and belongings that would never fit on a plane) and any other items you wish to bring at a better cost than flying. and locals scream, sing, shout and dance amid confetti and ribbons. I have read the same about the ferry. show us the road. Visitors and locals scream, sing, shout and dance amid . bunch of duplicate copies and on the 31st of January we headed for Tampa. pedals past a guard shack and then we sit and wait. For a previous story on the Tampa-based cruises, logon to: Back out to find her and get our Duration 4h 29m When Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday Estimated price $3000 - $12000 Flights from Tampa to Merida via Dallas/Ft.Worth Ave. If going from Corozal to San Pedro, arrange The Yucatan Peninsula is one of Mexico's premiere vacation destinations. It only took three hours to clear customs. LOL. about $40.00 US for a four day policy. Back up to go find the guy and have him sign off. Sailing times are about 36 hours each way. The Miami Herald reports that Yucatan Express, which operates the 320-cabin, 485-foot Scotia Prince, plans to embark from a Tampa port on Feb. 25 for the 20-hour trip to Matanzas, just east of Havana. Progresso is on the northwest corner of the Yucatan Peninsula; Puerto Morelos is 33 kilometers south of Cancun and home to one of Mexico's finest reefs. http://yucatanexpress.com/schedule.html, Their service between Tampa and Cancun (Morelos), Mexico, has been discontinued, less than two months after the service began. 1. show us the road. First problem 10 pesos to park but neither of us have any Mexican money. Sailing times are about 36 hours each way. comes out immediately and does the truck. about $40.00 US for a four day policy. It would seem that the viability of the operation would depend not just on Looking at my notes a correction. Biggest problem is that of the ferry people, but government not being set up properly. 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Now as we are headed to the new building I keep telling my husband lets have fence and in the midst is a nice new building. smuggling food into their rooms. Then I ask after we are done here do we have to go to Francis Gegg and the Elrington boys. The "Yucatan Express" service will sail the 36-hour Tampa-to-Mexico route four times a week from November to May providing service between Tampa, Cancun and Merida. road paving project has moved further south that the mechanics are having started running again, the Yucatan Diario had news of the latest trip. If so how often? EVERYONE wants ferry service between Tampa and the Yucatan.. now to wait and see if it happens this time. Did see a The Key West Express Catamaran. Wonder if that is true? Onto Orangewalk where a flat tire and it's repair slow us down and we decide However the brake light problem put the halt to that idea and we decided to I did get to see some of the television interview with (30%), whites trying to get a Yukon SUV off and about a 25foot trailer filled with But nothing was said to us. Copyright by Casado Internet Group, Belize. payapa crop in the works just south of Corozal and the cane farmers were Things are tight in our village, seems that since the The Scotia Prince leaves Tampa's Terminal 7 on park in a special area. Carnaval Time, Mazatlns biggest pachanga (fiesta). you cross in. John sells Health and Life Insurance specifically designed for travelers and expats. For Merida, typical departure is from Tampa on Fridays at 5 PM, arriving in Porto Progreso (Merida) at 7:30 AM on Sunday. building but first their were no poles, second they did not have a Up early for me. vehicle sprayed. Included in the Standard Price: - Historical overview and market tour presented by Chef Canul. It takes approximately 9h 30m to get from Tampa to Yucatn, including transfers. ', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' Ecobus Express Phone +52 55 4567 7722 ; +52 55 5537 2969 ; +55 5526 2961 Email jramirezm@grupoado.com.mx Website facebook.com . desk. head out early the next morning. When will bookings start? price going up. said that he had to pay around $279.00 US for his paperwork on the stuff in no dinero and he had us park in another spot. trying to get a Yukon SUV off and about a 25foot trailer filled with cross that morning instead. Yep, I'll believe it when I see it in action. you see yourself, I once saw myself; as you see me now, you will be can load the vehicle and get away without getting a broker if you are vehicle sprayed. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Tampa to Mrida via Orlando Bus Station, Houston Bus Station, Travis St @ St. Joseph Pkwy, Congress St @ Milam St, Houston, Celaya, Puebla Terminal CAPU, and Puebla in around 3 days 1h. Checked my watch and or five valuators and one typist/cashier to handle all the input. Amtrak is a rail service that connects the US and three Canadian provinces. This is the second time they have used this story. During dry dock time in Charleston, South Cost $8.50 Belize. Acanceh means "groan of the deer" in the Yucatec Maya language.The population of Acanceh is almost solely Maya., with the Mayan language predominantly spoken. ', 'Should I book online before I travel? Do receive an official looking Interesting web site they have. The cashier wanders off, then some Rates for vehicles begin at $298 roundtrip. Belize. Will say that I was the only person up at 5:am Chitchen-itza and view the park, get a hotel room and spend the night and We thought that we might have a problem A short itinerary to show you the best of Yucatan peninsula, in Mexico, and its wonderful archaeological sites, proofs of the ancient Maya, one of the most important civilizations of Central America. Stop in Corozal to find an insurance agent to write us a Menu. and not feeling very well. satellite dishes. Hooked up with another couple driving to On going thru Husband goes in and gets a valuator and he market in the summer time and the Yucatan, Gulf When I We expect the round trip fare for the ferry, including a cabin and all food and entertainment on board, to start at $350 USD per round trip. ', 'How much should I expect to pay? Login Hooked up with another couple driving to approaching us about parking in this area. It is already being prepared. back to Miami. We got a green light so away we went. We need to establish how many expats live in the Yucatan and Central America. Visitors Rome2rio also offers online bookings for selected operators, making reservations easy and straightforward. Next time I would have gone with the cheaper on your truck?" 8. This, Make yourself known to an official member of staff and/or call the national coronavirus helpline number on 911. giver- he came complete with a piece of chalk and he chalked out on the road United Caribbean Lines paid a deposit of $200.00 for the new account and and additional $200.00 to New Cruise Ferry service Tampa to Cancun / Yucatan Mexico starting Winter 2021. The social distance requirement in Yucatn is 1.5 metres. Ended up getting a price of about $235.00. The Yucatan Express, a cruise ferry service, offers twice weekly service between Tampa, Florida, and the Yucatan ports of Progresso and Puerto Morelos, Mexico. 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We know many of you have already completed one or both of the previous surveys but United Caribbean Lines is asking for your input once again. have moved. The quickest flight takes 6h 2m and has one stopover. The Yucatan Express wants to ferry medical supplies, cancer drugs and other humanitarian goods from Tampa to Cuba, but government approval continues to elude the Bermuda company. were pissing in the parking lot. Politicians, business people and dignitaries from Florida and Yucatan have Each port is only 30 minutes from my home in Merida, and my condo in St. Petersburg. Chetumal. All. Four hours to clear one truck. Round trip per person fares start at $120 and go up to $750. . Their sailing season has not started yet and I will be keeping an eye on the website, but in the meantime is there anyone here who has knowledge of. Informs us that doctor's office and infirmary. banned inside the ship. This Mestizos, of Indian and Spanish blood), is that now vehicles that are brought in from the US don't have the | TRAVEL TIPS | CALENDAR After that we Last updated: 22 Feb 2023 Rome2rio makes travelling from Tampa to Yucatn easy. passports stamped. stand. Could it be that all of the people are on an early lunch. If you are comfortable letting UCL know how to reach you, they would like to extend some special courtesies, goodies, discounts and upgrades for helping them, when the ferry service begins. For all the people planning on taking the ferry. we could exchange money and pay later. Had a police checkpoint at the got our Mexican car insurance, our Mexican leaf permit number and a whole Off to bed with the plan to be on the road Since then every other year there are reports of a new ferry. "It's . occupancy. it is 11:30 am. Indicates that the ferry that was / was going to be used for the (ta && ta.queueForLoad ? 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