subject: The Ultimate Honeymooners Tips For Locating The Entertaining Holiday At Mazatlan [print this page] Touring the Best of Guadalajara Touring the Best of Guadalajara
You will find yourself in the midst of rich Mexican culture when you visit the city of Guadalajara. This place does not have as many beach attractions as the other places but they have picturesque sceneries and a lot of mariachi bands during their unique festivals. September 16 marks Independence Day with one of the biggest mariachi band shows featuring local and international mariachi bands called Encuentro International del Mariachi but it is celebrated the whole month thru so you can expect parties and shows throughout the month. A trip to this city is focused more on sightseeing, dining and shopping. You can go on a tour of the city and see the rich 17th century and Victorian buildings and cathedrals. The gastronomic delights of Mexico are available for you to taste at many local restaurants throughout Guadalajara. For those who crave the beach, though, the beaches of Guadalajara offer endless sun and white sand. Guadalajara is certainly a wonderful addition to your Mexico vacation.
The Wonders of Mazatlan
Long stretches of beautiful palm-lined beaches are guaranteed to lure visitors to the Gold Coast of Mexico and the city of Mazatlan. This place combines history and culture with adventure. In old Mazatlan, you can take a stroll in the citys second oldest plaza, Plazuela Machado and light a candle at the citys famed cathedral with its twin towers. The malecon (promenade) gives you a refreshing palm-lined oceanfront walkway that connects Old Mazatlan with the resort area known as zona dorada. Those who want to see or buy handcrafted furniture, ceramic and clay handicrafts are better off going on a countryside tour to the villages of Concordia, Copala and Cosala on the Sierra Madre Mountains. Isla de Chivos or Goat Island, Isla de Pajaros or Bird Island and Isla de Venados or Deer Island are the trademark islands of Mazatlan with fine sand beaches. There are so much more to see in Mazatlan that thrives with the passion which Mexico is known for.
Scuba Diving in Mexico
Diving enthusiasts on a Mexico vacation are presented with a variety of choices for this popular and fulfilling water activity. You get different diving experiences when you dive in the Pacific Ocean on the west coast, the Caribbean Sea, the cenote or sinkhole diving and diving at the worlds second largest reef, the Great Maya Barrier Reef. Cozumel, Cancun and Puerto Vallarta are famous diving destinations. Cozumel is popular for the beautiful reefs along its coast and its elaborate underwater vista considered as one of the most beautiful in the world with cliffs, canyons and underwater plants. Cancun on the other hand gives a choice of either the shallow and colorful reefs of Playa del Carmen or Chinchorro Banks which gives access to the Great Maya Barrier Reef. Another popular scuba destination is Puerto Vallarta with its nearby islands and bays with added bonus of whale sharks, dolphins, sea turtles and a multitude of tropical fish. There are several other diving sites in Cabo San Lucas and La Paz that will give you a beautiful tour of the underwater landscapes.
The Attractions of Puerto Vallarta
Enjoy a myriad of attractions in Puerto Vallarta like fine sand white beaches and lush tropical forests which makes it a destination sought after by a lot of visitors. Puerto Vallarta vacations give guests the chance to tour the jungles and see exotic wildlife or watch dolphins and whales frolicking right beside the 98-foot Bloodhound sailboat in Banderas Bay or better yet take a cruise that allows you to view its beautiful beaches and rich sea life. You can also choose to go scuba diving, snorkeling or kayaking to take advantage of its pristine tropical waters. Otherwise a hiking, bus and walking tour can take you to other tourist attractions such as the Cathedral of our Lady of Guadalupe, the underwater park Los Arcos or the quiet seaside village of Boca de Tomatlan, Playa de los Muertos, the watersports hotspot Playa de Oro, the unique traditional town Rancho Capomo or the beautiful boardwalk Malecon. A Mexico vacation is always more exciting if you take a trip to Puerto Vallarta.
