The Optimum Tourist Spot Guidebook To Choosing The Cool Escape 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. The Chichen Itza is one of the major cities of the Mayan Empire, being its capital where you can go up the Castillo or the grand pyramid and peek at the observatory of ancient astronomers where the most accurate calendars was created. 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. Other attractions in the Riviera Maya region are Xcaret which is a Mayan-themed ecological park and Xel-Ha with its many coves, lagoons and caves. If youre looking to delve more into Mayan culture, then dont forget to include the Mayan Temple in Isla Mujeres in the itinerary, as well as Isla Contoy which has beautiful beaches and water activities for the tourist. The Riviera Maya should definitely be included in your Mexico vacations as its not only relaxing but mentally enriching experience as well.

The Popular Cabo San Lucas

One place that should form part of a Mexico vacation is a visit to Cabo San Lucas which is considered as one popular tourist destination in Mexico. You can go to a lot of beautiful sandy beaches and dining places that serve the gastronomic delights of Mexico. Cabo San Lucas is one of the best places in Mexico for tuna and marlin fishing and holds the biggest international marlin fishing competition with a jackpot prize of $1,000,000. Gray whales migrate to the warmer waters of Cabo San Lucas to give birth or to escape the colder waters of their homes and this provides one of the most amazing experiences of whale watching. It is just so heartwarming to see these gigantic marine mothers swimming with their calves in the waters of this city. Schedule permitting, October 12 is a good time to go as this is the festival of the patron saint of Todos Santos with festival sports music, carnival fair, dancing and a lot of delicious Mexican cuisine. Whatever your chosen activity maybe, from swimming, whale watching, fishing, shopping or just soaking up the sun, a trip to Cabo San Lucas is definitely worthwhile.

Exciting Place to see in Veracruz

The history and culture of Mexico is most vividly displayed in the city of Veracruz but it still is slowly metamorphosing into becoming a sought after tourist destination. The Plaza de las Armas is located in the middle of the city and is a good place to spend your day or night strolling or relaxing in the main plaza. There are a lot of old architectureThere 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. The island where the historical Fort San Juan de Ulua is located is now connected to the mainland. The malecon or the boardwalk has pathways and trails for daytime or nighttime strolling and exercise. The Veracruz Aquarium is the largest aquarium in Latin America and is one of the latest developments of Veracruz. Include Veracruz in your vacation and find something exciting and new.

The Beauty of the Border City of Tijuana

Take a San Diego trolley to the border and step across to the worlds most visited border city of Tijuana. Tijuana may just be very near the US but there are still a lot of exciting shopping with beautiful goods in array such as Mexican handicrafts, leather goods, cigars, silver, beadwork and jewelry at affordable prices at the famous Avenida Revolucion. You can soak in some cultural experience at the Tijuana Cultural Center or at the Municipal Institute of Arts and Culture. There 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. Tijuana showcases vibrant Mexican culture and is a place that is truly worth visiting.