Acapulco, Mexico

Acapulco

Acapulco is a major port city in the state of Guerrero and rests on the shore of the Pacific Coast of Mexico. It is a famous tourist destination for its world-class resorts, diverse water-sports, and its festive atmosphere. Only three hours away from Mexico City, Acapulco is not just a popular choice among foreign visitors but is also a favorite destination of local tourists who are looking for a quick getaway. In more recent times, it has been included in the itinerary of a lot of cruise ships mostly for its immense appeal and natural beauty.

Acapulco is also a popular choice among party-animals and those who enjoy the nightlife. Discos, clubs and bars abound such as the Palladium, the Mandara, and Privado. Over-flowing drinks and a combination of live and DJ played music are basic standards of the Acapulco party scene. Because of this, it is fast becoming a spring-break destination for the student crowd in the United States.

There are a lot of other activities that one can do when in Acapulco. Water sports enthusiasts will definitely feel at home here. From water-skiing, parasailing and scuba-diving to kayaking, banana boat-riding and deep-sea fishing, every form of water sport imaginable is available in Acapulco. Golfers and tennis enthusiasts will also enjoy the excellent golf-courses and well manicured lawns that the city has to offer. If sports is not your thing, there are still a lot of other activities to choice from. For the more laid-back types, there are several tours that will show you the city’s other landmarks such as Taxco (the silver capital of the world) as well as shopping malls, bull-fighting arenas, etc.

Transportation in and around Acapulco is trouble-free. There are number of airlines that now fly to Acapulco regularly. Travel within the city is usually by foot but there are also buses and taxi cabs for much farther destinations.