
Among Mexico’s most popular tourist destinations are Cancun on the Yucatan Peninsula and the nearby island of Cozumel, one of the world’s top diving resorts. On the Pacific coast, hot spots include Acapulco, the largest resort in the Mexican Pacific; Puerto Vallarta, home to luxury resorts and beautiful villas; and Los Cabos, whose natural surroundings are perfect for water sports enthusiasts. If you're looking for a top beach resort at a great price, Mexico is your best bet. |
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Famous for its lively nightlife, Acapulco is Mexico's original resort
destination. Acapulco's main street, locally known as "The Costera,"
is home to most of the action in the city, including beaches, shopping,
dining and nightlife. Don't miss the world famous cliff divers -- watch
the dramatic shows several times a day from a public viewing area, or
for a small fee, from a local hotel.
Huatulco is located on the Pacific coast of Mexico in the southwestern
state of Oaxaca. Just over a decade ago, the area that now comprises
Huatulco was merely a row of sleepy fishing towns. Transformed into the
newest of Mexico's resort locales by government developers, the
eco-friendly city enjoys excellent scuba diving, snorkeling and fishing.
Nine bays provide beautiful vistas of the tropical coastline. There's
fine handicraft and glass shopping in Huatulco, and because the area is
new to the resort scene, the products are relatively free from the
mass-produced souvenir items you'll find in more established resort
areas.
Located about 100 miles up the Pacific coast from Acapulco, Ixtapa
offers a distinct style of beach vacation. Down from the hotel strip in
Ixtapa is the marina, where you'll find oceanside restaurants and
golfing. Only 4 miles away, Zihuatanejo boasts scenic walking paths
along its downtown cobblestone streets and the charming Paseo del
Pescador. Both cities enjoy a marvelous coastline and plenty of
activities.
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Two small and very different towns--San José del Cabo to the northeast,
Cabo San Lucas at the southern tip--bracket a twenty-mile seacoast
‘Corridor,’ home to a collection of championship golf courses that
combine the green velvet-in-a-desert look of Arizona with the oceanfront
challenges of Pebble Beach. Picturesque and historic San José del Cabo
still looks like the 18th Century mission town it once was; Cabo San
Lucas, where the Pacific meets the Sea of Cortés (home to world-class
Marlin fishing) at a natural stone arch, jumps around the clock with
shops, restaurants and nightclubs, the Marina and the mariachis.
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Manzanillo is a versatile destination where you can rest and relax or
choose from a wide variety of activities, including water and land
sports. It's one of the most important commercial ports in Mexico, with
constant activity on its docks. Known as the "Sword Fish Capital of
the World," Manzanillo hosts several national and international
fishing tournaments during the year.
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With its white, sandy beaches lined with bistros and bars, Mazatlan is
known as the "Pearl of the Pacific." Mexico's largest
commercial port is perfect for surfing or deep sea fishing. Visit the
historical sites or the art galleries and crafts markets the city has to
offer. Stop by the Pacifico Brewery, which makes one of Mexico's most
popular beers.
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Puerto Vallarta has all the amenities of a classic beach resort - surf
and sand and sun, sun, sun. But, it offers so much more. Puerto Vallarta
offers big-time sport fishing, golf, motorcycling, whale watching, art,
diving, hot air balloons, culture, surfing. Gourmet food for the upscale
diner as well as affordable prices for the budget traveler? It’s true.
And Puerto Vallarta is completely different from any other destination
in Mexico. Puerto Vallarta is geographically diverse, boasting
mountains, jungles, beaches, rivers, waterfalls, and much more. While it
is as modern as any destination, Puerto Vallarta maintains its
traditional Mexican roots.
Located on Mexico's Yucatan Peninsula, Cancun is a tourist and
entertainment mecca that draws people of all ages and interests. Cancun
is an extremely popular vacation spot, and numerous resort hotels line
the shore. The white-sand beaches teem with sun worshippers, the
Caribbean waters beckon sports enthusiasts and the nightlife is a big
draw for those who enjoy the boisterous club scene. Ancient Mayan ruins
are located two hours away by automobile and are well worth the trip.
Just off the eastern coast of Mexico's Yucatan Peninsula, this Caribbean
island enjoys a healthy flow of tourism. Year-round celebrations,
including the weeklong Carnaval in March, fishing tournaments and
religious holidays, reflect the festive nature of life on the island.
Scuba divers recognize Cozumel, with its surrounding reefs, as a premier
location for this sport. Other attractions include El Cedral, the oldest
Mayan ruin on the island, and nearby Punta Celerain, where you can enjoy
a fascinating 360-degree view of the area. In the town of San Miguel,
visitors flock to Plaza del Sol, the town square, and Downtown Pier.
This easygoing resort town in Mexico is thirty miles south of bustling
Cancun. The area boasts a number of championship golf courses. Visitors
often take advantage of excursions to the nearby ancient Mayan ruins or
a ferry ride to the island of Cozumel. Water lovers enjoy swimming with
dolphins at Xcaret, a large park and recreational nature preserve. The
hotels here are not the high-rise spectacles you'll find in other
tourist spots; instead, low-rise buildings reflect the slower pace of
Playa del Carmen.
Puerto Aventuras is a world class residential community resort located
in the heart of the Mexican Caribbean. Here you will find a magical
blend of lush tropical beauty with an easygoing yet sophisticated
lifestyle. For those interested in the Mayan Culture, Puerto Aventuras
is a short distance from some of the most impressive archaeological
sites of the area: Tulum -- only 20 minutes away -- is the only Mayan
walled city on the coastline.
Tulum is the most visited of the ancient Mayan ruins in the Yucatán,
but there is even more to this destination. Sunbathe, swim or snorkel at
one of Tulum's deserted beaches, or take the Coba Road south to more
white, sandy beaches. Experienced divers may want to try cavern diving.
The Sian Kaan Biosphere Reserve is south of Tulum.
.Ensenada is also Baja's major fishery, and their
catch includes tuna, abalone, lobster, sea urchin and sardine. Many
fish-processing factories operates there. In order to make this
harbor suitable for international operations, a modernization
process has already begun. The Federal Government plans to turn
Ensenada into the fourth most important port in the country.
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Although just 22 miles off the coast of Los Angeles, Catalina Island
feels like its a million miles away. This peaceful island offers
glamour and sophistication combined with some of the best wildlife
watching in North America. Take a stroll through the picturesque
town of Avalon or enjoy one of the area's many superb beaches.
You'll quickly see why Catalina Island is a treasured destination.
Called the "pearl" of Southern California's coastline, San
Diego's gleaming skyline, beautiful beaches and restaurants make it
a popular destination.
Visit the acclaimed San Diego Zoo, Sea World and the historical Del Coronado Hotel. Visit the San Diego Zoo where you'll see some of the most amazing animals in the world, or Sea World Adventure Park where you can marvel at the talents of the performing dolphins and killer whales, or take the Coronado Cycling Tour and explore the historic Victorian mansions and white-sand beaches of Coronado Island. |