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Guaranteed to bring in some fun and excitement to your Mexico vacation is the city of Cancun. Mexico vacations that include a trip to Cancun will give you a glimpse of this tropical paradise that has a lot of beautiful beaches like the Playa Tortugas, Playa Chac-Mool, Playa Langosta, Playa Delfines, Playa Marlin and the well known Playa Caracol that is famous among families with kids as it has a flat seabed minus the strong currents in other beaches. There are several archaeological sites that you can take a look at like Tulum Ruins, Coba Ruins and one of the worlds seven wonders, the Chichen Itza or otherwise go to Ruinas del Rey which is located right in the middle of the Cancun hotel zone. The jungles of Cancun beckons to you and you can reach it by horseback riding tour that will come from the Rancho Loma Bonita or using a Hummer. You can sail to the beautiful Isla Mujeres just off the coast of Cancun with many water sports to choose from. The Rio Secretos mystical caves hide vast wondrous sites inside them. There are more to this so plan a visit to Cancun and see all these for yourself.
Visiting the Best of Veracruz Veracruz is one of the cities that have retained its old world charm and although it is not top on the list of Mexico vacation destinations, it is now slowly emerging to be one. Ideal for day or night strolling is the main plaza called the Plaza de las Armas. There are several old but well-preserved buildings that you should visit such as the Municipal Palace with its baroque style of architecture and the neo-classic Virgin de la Asuncion cathedral that were all built in the 17th century. In the port area is the Pemex Tower which is an old lighthouse, the Crafts Market, the Old Customs Building, the Postal and Telegraph Building, the Civil Registry Building and the Juarez Hemicycle Monument. Worth visiting too is the Fort San Juan de Ulua that is located in island but is now conveniently connected to land. The malecon or the boardwalk has pathways and trails for daytime or nighttime strolling and exercise. One of the newer developments is the Veracruz Aquarium which is the biggest in Latin America. Include Veracruz in your vacation and find something exciting and new.
Across the Border to Tijuana
The sunny city of Tijuana is the most frequented border city and is easily accessible from San Diego via the trolley that goes right to the border. Despite its close proximity to the US, Mexico vacations in sunny Tijuana allows you to shop at the legendary Avenida Revolucion where you will find the amazing bargains of beautiful Mexican handicrafts, leather goods, cigars, silver, beadwork, jewelry together with imported goods at bargain prices. Immerse yourself in the culture of Mexico and visit the Tijuana Cultural Center or Municipal Institute of Arts and Culture. InThere is so much excitement in watching a Greyhound race at Hipodromo Caliente or a Jai Alai game at the Jai Alai Fronton Palace or watch the thrilling bullfight at the El Toreo de Tijuana and the Plaza Munumental Playas de Tijuana. Right in Tijuana you will experience the many colors and flavors of Mexico and it is something you should never miss.
The Wonders of Mazatlan
Experience the real Mexico vacation with a trip to Mazatlan located on the Mexican Gold Coast that boasts of long beach stretches lined with palm trees. This place combines history and culture with adventure. The citys second oldest plaza, Plazuela Machado is in Old Mazatlan where the famed twin-towered cathedral is also located. A refreshing start or end of your day is a stroll along the malecon or promenade which is Mexicos most scenic walkway along the oceanfront lined with palm trees that connects the old part of Mazatlan with the vibrant zona dorada or resort area. 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. The known islands of Mazatlan, Isla de Chivos or Goat Island, Isla de Pajaros or Bird Island and Isla de Venados or Deer Island has fine sand beaches and should be included in your tour of Mazatlan. There are so much more to see in Mazatlan that thrives with the passion which Mexico is known for.
