Acapulco

Acapulco de Juarez, which is commonly called Acapulco, is a coastal city and a prominent sea port located on the Pacific Coast of Mexico, in the state of Guerrero It is also a famous tourist destination and a port of call along the Panama - San Francisco sea route. Acapulco is located 300 km south west of the national capital, Mexico City.

The major attractions of Acapulco are its stunning beaches and its nightclubs and discos. The general tourist slogan of the city is simple: enjoy the beaches all day and then party the entire night.

The daytime activities are more concentrated on the beaches, which include parasailing, waverunners, sport fishing, banana rides, scuba diving, snorkeling, and the popular water sports. The daring and breathtaking cliff jumping performances by the famous La Quebrada cliff divers are a must-see even. Also, before returning from the beaches, try to spend few hours in any of those seashore restaurants that serve the best of Mexican cuisine and mouth-watering seafood. Without enjoying a full meal featuring the exquisite delicacies of the Mexican coast, no trip to Acapulco is ever complete.

The sequel to the beach activities begins as soon as the sun hides behind the ocean. The center of action now shifts to the nightclubs and discos around the city, and the excitement, merry and drinks continue almost till the early hours of the next day. Some pubs even remain open to see the daylight of the next morning.

For those looking to go beyond beaches and nightclubs, consider embarking on a historic tour, a brief visit to the zoo or the water theme park, or on a shopping spree in the many shopping malls dotting the city. For sports buffs, there are tennis courts, gold courses and other recreational areas all around. To put it concisely, recreational opportunities are virtually unending in the city; it is about finding the right one according to one’s tastes and interests.

Acapulco de Juarez is served by General Juan N. Alvarez International Airport.