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Cozumel Attractions

Vic — Fri, 11 Jun 2010 21:21:08 +0000

Tourists in Mexico enjoy Cozumel attractions. Most foreigners head straight to Cozumel because there are many attractions to enjoy in the place. It is perfect for the whole familyâ€™s vacation treat.

Here are some of the Cozumel attractions that you and your kids would surely enjoy:

Shopping

Cozumel shopping galleries and shops will make you forget time. Your family will surely enjoy their shopping galore on jewelry, clothes, cravings, etc on very affordable prices.

Beaches

Cozumel is well known with its breathtaking view of the ocean. In fact, most of the hotels in Cozumel have a veranda where you will get to enjoy the view of the ocean everyday.

Scuba Diving

Scuba Diving is one of the Cozumel Attractions that you will definitely want to try. You will get to enjoy the wonderful garden underwater. Virgin coral reef and colorful school of fish will enchant you underwater.

Historical and Cultural Sites

If you love learning different culture and foreign histories, you will enjoy Cozumelâ€™s local history.

These are just few of the Cozumel attractions that you must try when you visit Cozumel. Enjoy your trip!

Experience the Unique Adventures of Mexico

aclazaro — Sun, 21 Feb 2010 06:56:10 +0000

Experience the turquoise waves of the Pacific; hear the singing exotic birds and howling monkeys in the green jungle that surrounds the Island. Enjoy the richness of ambrosial salmon food and flower salad at one of the finest diner in this tropical place. Party all through the night at a high-energy Guadalajara nightclub, take pleasure in kayaking at dawn past a colony of Baja California All these are what Mexico has to offer.

Everyone is in search of a relaxing, unsurpassed, best vacation experience, and Mexico is what you make of it. Â Visit Mexicoâ€™s spectacular wild places and take the ride of adventure from world-class canyoneering near Monterrey to hiking the Oaxaca shade forests and explore the deep sea of the YucatÃ¡n, snorkeling for coral reefs. Mexico is a perfect vacation place that provides vast variety of alternatives for adventure.

Ready yourself for a warm welcoming crowd, the harmonic noise, and colorful culture of the Mexicans, who will be too happy to keep you feeling at home.

(Photo via www.itmco.com)

Mexico Travel Tips: Practical Tips When You Arrive in Mexico

dooce — Sat, 21 Nov 2009 06:26:54 +0000

Here are some practical tips that I can share with you when you arrive in Mexico. I will be doing two parts of articles with this topic because I have a lot to share with you.

Car Valets in Mexico

Once you arrive in Mexico and decided to rent your own car from the Airport going to your hotel or when you go to restaurants and bar, and you have your car parked by valet service, you may want to tip the attendant around with $1 or its equivalent in Mexican peso when you leave. Unless of the establishment pre advertised a higher rate of the service, you can just leave without tipping.

Porters in Mexico

When you arrive at a bus station, hotel, or airport, porters nearby usually waits for tourists to take their bags. If you want to avail with their services, you can pay them $1 per bag or in the Mexican peso equivalent. This is sufficient enough, unless there are more bags that the porter carries or your bag is an over-sized luggage or heavier than the normal luggage.

Check out more of my practical tips on my next posts.

Mexico Travel Tips: Getting Around Mexico City

dooce — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 06:58:23 +0000

If you are going to Mexico in your next travel or vacation, here are some tips on how to get around the City:

Mexico offers residents, vacationers and visitors an extensive network of transportation system. You can use public or private vehicles to get around Mexico. Transportation comes in very affordable prices with efficiency.

If you are on a very tight budget, you have the option to ride a public transportation in Mexico once you arrive in the airport going to your hotel. This is the cheapest mode of transportation. Disadvantage of this is that it is a little bit daunting if you do not speak Spanish and if you are not accustomed to traveling on metro systems and buses.

Buses travel is also an excellent way to get around the city of Mexico. You can have a complete guide to the city with professionally run bus services. You can also take a taxi and other private hire cars or van. They are also affordable as compared to car rental in the USA.

Riu Santa Fe, Baja California

kathy — Tue, 29 Sep 2009 15:23:28 +0000

Located just with in 3 miles (5 km) of Downtown Cabo San Lucas and 18 miles of the colonial fishing village of San Jose del Cabo. Riu Sante Fe is a newly constructed all inclusive hotel that offers first class facilities such as bars, a club, and specialty restaurants. While enjoying your stay here, you can travel across the two towns of Cabo San Lucas and San Jose del Cabo. The two are linked by miles of pristine beaches for your visionary pleasure. The rooms of Riu Santa Fe feature balconies with an ocean or garden views. All rooms also include a minibar, sofa beds, and liquor dispensers. You can also ask for a room with a spa. Wi-fi is also available throughout the premises. Rate starts from $211.

Mexicali: the Capital of Baja California

Omer — Fri, 15 May 2009 06:26:06 +0000

MExicali is the capital of the Mexican state of Baja California, which is also the westernmost state of Mexico. Today the major industries in Mexicali are horticulture and in-bound assembly, with installations by many of the world’s greatest corporations operating in the municipality. Mexicali is the 13th most populated municipality in Mexico, reflecting its status as a busy ecoinomic hub.

Mexicali is a relatively new settlement. Before the arrival of the Spanish, the region was inhabited by various indigenous tribes of the Yuman branch, the major groups being the Cocopah and Kiliwa. For many years the Spanish stayed away from the northern parts of Baja California, perceiving it to be uninhabitable. The only settlement was established by the Jesuits at first, who also abandoned the area at around 1781. It was not until the discovery of the fertility of the soil of the region by engineers of the South Pacific Railroad that the area saw permanent settlement.

Photos via Wikipedia.

Whale Watching in Mexico: Giants before your eyes

Omer — Mon, 13 Apr 2009 06:00:38 +0000

From the net media: “Soon, whale watching season will come to an end in San Diego. Gray whales are migrating past our coast on their way to Baja, then back up to the arctic. You can spot them by boat or kayak as they make the annual journey, but what exactly are they doing down there in Mexico?

Scammons Lagoon in Baja California is one of a few places where you can get close enough to count the barnacles on a whale. Winter through early spring is prime time to get an intimate look at gray whales mating and giving birth. Andiamo Tour Mexico takes you into the lagoon on a panga to see it all.

“This is when you see the biggest variety of activity so you’ll have the couples who come down to mate,” Andiamo Tour Mexico owner Maria Mitrani said.

Traveling south is no easy task. It’s one of the longest mammal migrations, at more than 10,000 miles round-trip from the cold Arctic Ocean. But it’s no wonder they travel so far – the lagoons of Baja provide warm water and shelter.

A naturalist from Birch Aquarium at Scripps is helping us keep an eye out for a friendly whale. Some believe that if you sing, they will come. At first, nothing happens. As soon as you think the whales have lost interest, they surprise you with a brilliant show by breaching.

“We saw tons of mating, we had a whale breach 10 times in a row which i have never seen before and it was amazing to see a large animal throw its body out of the water,” SIO Whale Watching Coordinator Staci Shaut said.

But it doesn’t end there. A curious whale decides to move in. Most of us have only seen pictures of this unique connection between humans and whales. Those who experienced it had a hard time putting it into words.

There is still some time left in this whale watching season. Birch Aquarium at Scripps is leading its next excursion March 25-29. We’ve been told that the end of March is when you tend to see more playfulness with the whale moms and their calves.” PhotosÂ via Flickr.

Los Cabos: The Edge of the Ocean

Omer — Fri, 10 Apr 2009 18:00:48 +0000

Los Cabos is located at the southern tip of Baja California, in the eastern state of Baja Califonia Sur.

The economy of municipality is based on fishing on a local level, but tourism based industries are gaining a more dominant role with every passing year. This trend is not unique to Los Cabos, but is confirmed by developments in other resort areas of the nation. Golf and sport fishing also constitute an increasing portion of the municipality’s revenues.

Sunshine with all its glory, love with fire and passion, and beauty withoutÂ restraint are the features of Los Cabos. Go seek the secrets with avidity, and you’ll never regret what you find.

Visiting La Paz, Mexico

Kori Ellis — Mon, 14 Apr 2008 04:11:28 +0000

La Paz, Mexico is becoming more and more of a tourist destination. Located in Baja California, La Paz has a population of around 200,000. With tourism being the cityâ€™s number one source of income, La Paz happily will open its arms to tourists.

The main attraction for those who visit La Paz is its world class marinas. If you love water, you will love La Paz. All types of water related adventures can be had in the sea outside of La Paz.

Additionally, many tourists are attracted by the seemingly always good weather, the low cost of living and the friendly locals. Since La Paz isnâ€™t a very big city, it has a much different feel than other touristy towns in Mexico. Itâ€™s also a relatively safe city filled with over 500 years of history.

If you are staying in La Paz, one of the best places to say is Hotel Los Arcos. Located close to both the water and downtown, this colonial-style building looks beautiful on both the outside and the inside. With very reasonable prices and a number of amenities, Hotel Los Arcos is the preferred hotel by many of the tourists who visit La Paz.

Photo credit: Flickr