By Taxi in Cozumel

Cabs wait at all the major hotels, and you can hail them on the street. The fixed rates run about $2 within town; $8 to $20 between town and either hotel zone; $10 to $30 from most hotels to the airport; and about $20 to $40 from the northern hotels or town to Parque Chankanaab or Playa San Francisco. The cost from the Puerto Maya cruise-ship terminal by El Cid La Ceiba to San Miguel is about $10.

Drivers quote prices in pesos or dollars—the peso rate may be cheaper. Tipping isn't necessary. Despite the established taxi fares, some cab drivers have begun charging double or even triple these rates. Be firm on a price before getting into the car. Most hotels post a list of standard cab fares or can give you advice on prices.