“Shop” listings
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Mercado 23
This vibrant street market offers souvenirs at walletfriendly prices. Once you’ve bagged some holiday gifts for those back home, you can join the locals at one of the many food stalls for a tasty taco or quesadilla. (09/2011)
Between Ave Tulum and Ave Uxmal
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Casa Palacio
Step through the doors of this luxury interiors store and you’ll enter a contemporary haven of good taste. Simple yet sleek offerings from international designers can be found here, including kitchenware from Mango Leaf that’s crafted from bamboo. (07/2011)
At La Isla Shopping Village Blvd Kukulcan KM 12.5
+52 998- 193-1490
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PLAZA CORAL NEGRO
This open-air fl ea market is the perfect stop for Mexican handicrafts, from silver jewelry to Talavera pottery. It’s open late every day because it’s right next door to Cancun’s “party center.” But its location also means the goods can be somewhat overpriced, so you’ll have to be a smart haggler. (01/2011)
Blvd Kukulcan KM 9, Hotel Zone
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TEQUILA HERRADURA SENSORY MUSEUM
This museum, which opened in April, celebrates Mexico’s national spirit. Visitors smell and taste agave while learning about the fermentation and distillation process used by one producer, Hacienda San Jose del Refugio. And there are many brands of tequila to sample and buy at discounted prices. (11/2010)
Blvd Kukulcan KM 12.5
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PINEDA COVALIN
The designer fashion line Pineda Covalin was launched by Mexican designers Cristina Pineda and Ricardo Covalin, who wanted to spread their native land’s traditions across the globe. This boutique, one of several worldwide, features scarves, ties, shoes, ponchos and shawls inspired by Mexico’s ancient cultures and painters like Frida Kahlo. (09/2010)
Blvd Kukulcan KM 13, Luxury Avenue Mall
998-840-6100
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ULTRAFEMME
The most pervasive beauty retailer in Mexico’s southeast has five stores in Cancun and three in Playa del Carmen, each carrying a wide selection of fragrances and cosmetics from brands like Shiseido, Clarins and Yves Saint Laurent. This location, in the Hotel Zone’s Luxury Avenue mall, is especially convenient for travelers. (07/2010)
Blvd Kukulcan km 13
+52 998-848-730
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MALECON AMERICAS
The newest fashion mall in downtown Cancun is full of specialized boutiques, restaurants, bars and movie theaters. International clothiers like Guess, Oysho and Adidas have set up shop in the sleek, white building. (05/2010)
Bonampak Ave
+52 998-887-609
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ERICA FLORES
This boutique features Erica Flores’ own collection of beachy clothes and boldly designed accessories. Garments often include fretwork and weaving. (12/2009)
Bonampak 107
+52 998-887-1095
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XBAAL
This clothing and accessories store was created after a hurricane to help provide income for working women. Look for ombré dresses and gauzy beachwear. (12/2009)
Ave Luis Echeverría at Ave Alfredo V. Bonfil
+52 998-882-123
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AH CACAO
This recently opened store offers chocolates made with Mayan cacao and other all-natural Mexican ingredients. It's an excellent stop for a south-of-the-border souvenir. (03/2009)
At La Isla Shopping Village, H-4 KM 12.5
+52 998-883-192
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LUXURY AVENUE
The preeminent boutique mall in the Mexican Caribbean, Luxury Avenue features the most famous brands in the world-Cartier, Salvatore Ferragamo, Ermenegildo Zegna, Fendi-under one roof. While there, take advantage of the "shopping concierge" service. (02/2009)
Blvd Kukulcán Km 13
+52 998-881-359
www.luxuryavenue.com
