subject: A Superb Visitors Instructions In Finding A Enjoyable Adventure At Riviera Maya [print this page] Scuba Diving in Mexico 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. Some of the more popular places to dive in Mexico are Cozumel, Cancun and Puerto Vallarta. Cozumel has coastline reefs and intricate underwater landscape with dramatic cliffs, canyons and colorful plants that makes it so popular among divers. In Cancun, you get to choose between shallow color rich reefs in Playa del Carmen or go to the Chinchorro Banks which is the entry to the Great Maya Barrier Reef. Puerto Vallarta too is equally famous with islands and bays nearby and has added underwater creatures of whale sharks, dolphins, sea turtles and a host of tropical fish. Diving in Cabo San Lucas and La Paz will display an underwater feast for your eyes.
Fun and Excitement in Mexico City
It would take several Mexico vacations to fully explore Mexico City and enjoy the many activities and attractions in the worlds biggest city. More than a hundred museums await the museum enthusiasts such as the Archaeological Zone and Templo Mayor Museum. 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. When in Mexico, why dont you visit the zoo, watch a bullfight, bet on your favorite horse at the Hipodromo delas Americas Horse Track, go mountain biking or trekking or white water rafting. This is just a few items on the list and a Mexico vacation that includes a tour of Mexico City will surely let you discover more.
The Surfing Waves of Escondido
The Mexican Pipeline or Puerto Escondido lures in the top surfers in the world, being one of the worlds best surfing destination. The Mexpipe Challenge is held in February and an international surf contest in November. Professional and amateur surfers will get a pick of the best waves they have. Beach lovers can also take a pick from many beaches in Puerto Escondido excluding the Playa Zicatel which has strong rip tides and the worlds most powerful waves that are even stronger than the famous Hawaii Banzai Pipeline. This surfing spot is limited to very experienced surfers only as even the most professional surfers have met accidents that have placed them in wheelchairs for life. One area that has fast and challenging waves is the Point. The Far Bar at the end of the beach break is another surfing area with the most surfers since the waters there is deeper than other areas and the waves break further from the shore. Those who love surfing would surely welcome a trip to Puerto Escondido.
Cabo San Lucas Vacations
One of the most popular vacation destinations in Mexico is Cabo San Lucas. You can go to a lot of beautiful sandy beaches and dining places that serve the gastronomic delights of Mexico. One of the best places to fish for tuna and marlin is Cabo San Lucas and in fact, it hosts the biggest marlin fishing competition in the world with a jackpot prize of $1,000,000. Whale watching is one of the favorite activities in this city where you can spot groups of gray whales migrating from the colder climates into the warm waters of Cabo to give birth or to wait out the winter. It is just so heartwarming to see these gigantic marine mothers swimming with their calves in the waters of this city. October 12 marks the feast of the Todos Santos patron saint which is a sight to behold with the festival sports music, fair, dancing and a dazzling array of Mexican cuisine. When you go to Cabo San Lucas during your Mexico vacation, these activities and places are guaranteed to delight you.
