Most Inspirational Moment
Enjoyed impromptu wedding processions in Oaxaca, along with some protests ( which were loud, noisy musical affairs accompanied by huge wooden framed figures carried on shoulders of dancing men) . The cooking lesson in Oaxaca was very good .
Thoughts on Group Leader
Adriana was an excellent guide/tour leader . She provided lots of information and suggestions for eating establishments ( for all budgets) . Even downloaded a ton of music ( nominated by us travellers) to her phone so it could be played on minibus stereo system .
Advice for Potential Travellers
Learn a few words of spanish, such as please, thank you and I am sorry. Dont leave your manners at home ! Carry a reusable/refillable water bottle as temperatures can get very high and you drink more ( water available on mini bus) , especially when wandering around sites of historical interest . Have some closed toe shoes/sandals as the steps up Mayan pyramids can be uneven / rocky / jagged.
Suggestions
Trip notes mention tipping kitty but this no longer happens. So travellers either have to tip local guides (without knowing correct amounts or notes) or hope to persuade trip guide to operate a kitty . Frida Kahlo musuem tickets are nowhere near guaranteed despite prominent mention in online trip notes , so if thats important to you check availability yourself and query if resellers available . Request this info from Exodus just prior to departure . Quintana roo deprture tax can be purchased via web site prior UK departure online, however also at Cancun airport. However , tax desk was "closed " when we went through and no one checked /interested so it really depends on your view of risk !