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Things To Do in Cozumel

MexicoVacationTravels.com — Sat, 13 Mar 2010 20:57:09 +0000

Cozumel is an island paradise, not far from Cancun. It’s an excellent choice if you like laid back vacation surrounded by incredible nature. Don’t get me wrong though, even though it’s laid back, there are TONS of things to do in Cozumel.

Here’s a list of things to do in Cozumel, to get the best out of your Cozumel Vacation:

SCUBA DIVING – This is the most popular activity on the Island. Cozumel is a scuba diver’s paradise as it is considered one of the best locations in the entire western hemisphere. A typical 2-tank dive will run you about $70.
SNORKELING - For those that don’t want to dive or are looking for a cheaper alternative, snorkeling is another extremely popular pastime on the Island. One of the most popular snorkeling spots is a nature reserve called Chankanaab where you can swim with a wide array of colorful fish right off the shore.
SWIM WITH DOLPHINS - Need I say more? This is a once in a lifetime experience to be able to swim side by side with one of the most beautiful and friendly creatures in the sea. Visit Dolphin Discovery for more information.
SUBMARINE TOUR - Join Atlantis Submarines for the underwater ride of a lifetime. Submerse into the depths of the ocean on a real submarine and be amazed at what you’ll see. Colorful corals and fish, and if you’re really lucky a shark or a turtle. Visit Atlantis Tours for more information.

Those are the major activities you should know about other than other activities such as para-sailing, kitesurfing, fishing, eating yummy food at restaurants, shopping for souvenirs, and lounging in the sun.

FUN FACT: In Modern Maya, Cozumel is called Kùutsmil. Share that knowledge and you’ll be sure to impress the locals!

Cabo San Lucas Airport Code

MexicoVacationTravels.com — Sat, 13 Mar 2010 14:37:47 +0000

For flying to the popular tourist destination, Cabo San Lucas, you’ll want to know the airport code.

Cabo San Lucas Airport Code: SJD

This airport, SJD, serves both Cabo San Lucas and San Jose del Cabo. If you’re flying to either of these two places (known together as ‘los Cabos’) your destination airport in mexico will be the SJD airport. Now you know the Cabo San Lucas airport code.

Things You Need to Bring When You Go to Oasis Cancun

Vic — Fri, 12 Mar 2010 06:07:39 +0000

If you are headed to Oasis Cancun in your next vacation, you will definitely have the best time of your life.

Oasis Cancun is well known for its glorious swimming pools, luxurious bars, restaurants, and well pampering services. Here are some of the things that you may want to bring when you go to Oasis Cancun:

Swimwear

Oasis Cancun is well know for their grand swimming pools and splendid bodies of water. So, do not forget to bring your swimwear to loosen up and show off your body.

Suntan lotion

You will definitely enjoy the rich hot sun especially if you are coming from one of the cold countries. Do not forget to bring your suntan lotion and get that beautiful tanned and healthy looking skin.

Sunblock Lotion, Summer Shades, and Big hat

Do not forget to bring your sun block lotion and big hat to cover your face under the hot glaring sun when you reach Oasis Cancun. The sun here is always on its summer glare. You may find it uncomfortable at first, especially if you are not used to being in a hot weather.

Coins

Make sure to bring some spare coins with you for tipping. The locals love being appreciated with the services they render. Tipping is one of the best ways to show them you are happy with their services. You will definitely enjoy the VIP treatment you will get from the people here and you may want to bring some coins with you for tipping in case you want to give someone a tip during your tour.

Summer Clothes

Buy some summer clothes for your trip, especially if your wardrobe is limited to cold weather and winter collections. You will die of heat stroke if you will wear those thick wardrobes that you wear from where you are right now. However, do not worry too much of the heat because your hotel room will definitely have a full air-conditioning system to keep you comfortable inside your hotel room especially at night.

La Granada Waterfalls – Coatepec, Veracruz

MexicoVacationTravels.com — Tue, 09 Mar 2010 20:10:00 +0000

Planning on being on vacation in the city of Veracruz? Well, this is the most amazing day trip you can do if you want to visit a ‘pueblo magico’ about an hour away from the beautiful port city of Veracruz. The place is called Coatepec. Once you arrive to the town, you can grab some delicious cheap food at one of the restaurants surrounding the charming zocalo (city square) and just do some people watching and experience life as it should be.

Then I suggest picking up some bottled water as the hike up to see the waterfall can take a solid hour. To get to the beginning of the path to see La Granada waterfalls, just follow the signs through the town and you’ll get to a place where you can leave your car. You’ll see that it will be pretty much just you and the wilderness.

Now the hike begins. It’s a bit off the beaten track so don’t expect many people, you’ll be lucky if you see a couple of locals enjoying the waterfall. The hike is not too tough but it’s a nice workout. Once you get to the waterfall area, if you want to get real close, prepare to take off your shoes and walk through the river to cross over to the bottom of the falls. I’m telling you, it’s heaven!

Pitahayas

carla_guillermo — Sun, 07 Mar 2010 07:00:57 +0000

If you happen to visit Hacienda del Mar in Los Cabos, do not forget to check out Pitahayas. A Pacific Rim winner, this restaurant will give you the taste of sea. Literally and figuratively because it is located very near to the body of water and chef Volker Romeike makes dishes of seafood specialties like lobster hash or lobster risotto and coconut shrimp with chipotle sauce. For few years, this multi-tiered circular dining room was always full of satisfied visitors indulging in lobster martinis, spicy shrimp napoleon, and ginger crème brûlée as well as more than 500 international wines in the wine cellar.

pics via loscabosguide.com

Puerto Madero

carla_guillermo — Sat, 06 Mar 2010 07:00:47 +0000

The beautiful people fuel their engines at this Argentine-style beef palace before club-hopping till dawn. It’s hard to imagine where those leggy tanned model-types stash their intake of tuna sashimi, huge steaks with chimichurri, and fried soufflé potatoes (which are like puffy potato chips). Apparently, they burn it off dancing. Locals air-kiss as they break from their cell phones to mingle with co-workers, while tourists with hefty expense accounts grow ever more exuberant under the influence of hearty Mendoza wines.

pics via bestday.com

Labná

carla_guillermo — Sat, 06 Mar 2010 07:00:02 +0000

One of the most influential families in terms of restaurant business in Cancun is the founder of stylish La Habichuela and Labna which is the Pezzotti. Labna’s cuisine is taken cared of chef Carlos Hannon that offers new delightful experience with the Yucatecan cuisine. Its outstanding menu consists of papadzules or hard-boiled eggs wrapped in thick corn tortillas and topped with pumpkin sauce and salbutes or small fried tortillas topped with shredded turkey or egg and marinated red onion as well as the cochinita pibil or tender pork chunks marinated in achiote and sour orange and lobster flambéed with the honey-anise liqueur called Xtabentun.

pic via travel.nytimes.com and flickr.com

Whale Shark Festival In Isla Mujeres, July 16-18, 2010

aclazaro — Fri, 05 Mar 2010 14:50:13 +0000

Ceviche Tours and the DOT office of Isla Mujeres announced the dates for the third Whale Shark Festival held once a year in Isla Mujeres. This project and event has pioneered the fight for preservation of the marine ecosystem. Last year’s festival was attended by lots of families to witness all the friendly whale sharks.

What makes the event more exciting is that all the guests can swim with the whale sharks. The event is also filled with other family-oriented activities perfect to be enjoyed both adults and kids alike.

Photos via examiner.com and cevichetours.com

The Top 3 Mexico Destinations For Travel Experts

aclazaro — Fri, 05 Mar 2010 14:39:40 +0000

1. Costa Flamingo

This takes just 30 minutes to reach it from Merida. The coastline is filled with a lot of tiny beach towns successful in giving you a real mexican experience in a very clean village where there are no immense hotels. Totally no hustle and bustle of the city. It is also perfect for shoppers in search of great bargains at the beachfront.

2. Campeche

Well-preserved and utterly beautiful – two reasons why this place became a part of the World Heritage Sites. This is where you will find a balanced combination of manmade and natural attractions with a beautiful Gulf where you can do a lot of water activities.

3. Calakmul

This is considered to be one of mexico’s well kept hidden treasures, secretly situated in the Yucatan’s undergrowth. This site is filled with ceramics, jade and even royal tombs. Do not ever get to miss the amazing ancient murals too!

Photos via internationalliving.com, campechelanguageschool.com and tripadvisor.com

John Gray’s Downtown

carla_guillermo — Fri, 05 Mar 2010 07:00:43 +0000

Owned by former Ritz-Carlton chef, John Gray shows another masterpiece in Cancun named as John Gray’s Downtown. Although not that famous and may even lead you to Grill 14 when you ask your hotel concierge, this place has sister restaurants in Puerto Morelos and Playa del Carmen. Always full of pretty people in its industrial chic rooms, the food must be carefully picked from the menu. Except Sundays, try their savory onion soup, steak-frites and daily specials on the country French–mexican menu.

pics via bestday.com and cancun-knowledge.com