subject: The Finest Attraction Guides For Achieving A Amazing Escape In Ixtapa [print this page] Best Beaches in Mexico Best Beaches in Mexico
The beaches of Mexico always lures in visitors going on their Mexico vacation especially during the months of November to May. About five hours away from the city are the remote beaches of Costa Esmeralda on the Gulf Coast of Mexico. On the Caribbean coast particularly in the Maya Riviera region are the fabulous Cancun beaches and Puerto Morelos fishing village and beach resort which has sugar sand and warm clear waters plus the added bonus of the Mesoamerican Barrier Reef. Also in this region are the famous Playa del Carmen and Tulum which is a combination of one of the most beautiful beaches and century's old Mayan ruins overlooking the beach. On the Pacific Coast at the tip of the Baja Peninsula is Los Cabos with miles of marvelous beaches like Playa Cemeterio, Playa Santa Maria, Playa Costa Azul, Playa Canta Mar and Playa Solmar. Some of the most popular fine sand beaches and luxurious as well as budget resorts of Mexico can be found between Huatulco, Puerto Vallarta and Acapulco. There are just so many choices of beautiful beaches in Mexico.
Memorable Places in the Riviera Maya
For those still looking for the charm of a bygone century, one of the most beautiful destinations to go to is the Riviera Maya. Learn more about ancient civilizations of Mexico by visiting the thousand year old cities of the Mayans. Its capital is Chichen Itza, a great intellectual discovery since this is where Mayan astronomers plotted most of their calendars in their observatory and its also where the grand pyramid and Castillo are found. Tulum which is the only walled city of the Mayan empire as well as the only Mayan city built near the ocean is worth visiting too. But this is not all there is to this region which boasts of many other interesting attractions and activities. Xel-Ha is a good place to conquer when youre a nature lover as it has many coves, lagoons and caves in its premises while Xcaret is a Mayan themed ecological park with lots of fun activities prepared for its visitors. A Mayan Temple can also be found in Isla Mujeres where you can also indulge in water adventures while Isla Contoy has fine sand beaches and rows of palm trees that you can relax under. When planning your Mexico vacation, always include this region for unforgettable unique experiences.
Riding the Waves at Puerto Escondido
Puerto Escondido or the Mexican Pipeline is popularly considered as one of the top ten surfing areas in the world. November is the month when an international surf contest is held while February is for the Mexpipe Challenge. Small and big waves alike are available for both professional and amateur surfers. Puerto Escondido has several beaches where you can go swimming but it is not advisable in Playa Zicatela, the main surfing beach because of strong rip tides and some of the most powerful waves in the world which even bests the famous Hawaii Banzai Pipeline. Even the most professional surfers have suffered accidents here so extreme caution is required for even the very experienced surfers. Another surfing location is The Point where you can also get a fast and challenging surf ride. While Playa Zicatela is the break closest to town, there is the other end of the beach break called the Far Bar which offers the heaviest surfing as the water is deeper and the break is further from the shore. Those who love surfing would surely welcome a trip to Puerto Escondido.
Fun and Excitement in Mexico City
One visit to Mexico is never enough to see all of Mexico City and what the worlds biggest city has to offer to its visitors. There are more than a hundred museums such as the Archaeological Zone and Templo Mayor Museum that you should see. Zocalo is the center of Mexico City and is an interesting display of the old and new side of Mexico. Here you will see the Chapultepec Park, the worlds largest park within the city that is hundreds of years old but has modern entertainment for the whole family. Mexico City boasts of more than a dozen archaeological sites within the city plus the splendor of the seven centuries old Aztec floating gardens of Xochimilco. Other activities that may interest visitors is a visit to the zoo, bullfights, horse betting at the Hipodromo delas Americas Horse Track, mountain biking, trekking or white water rafting. All these and so much more are things you should include in your Mexico vacation to get the most fun.
