ACAPULCO
Acapulco is one Mexico?s most important and famous
beach resorts. It is located on the Pacific coast, 395 kilometers (245 miles) from Mexico City and 133 kilometers (83 miles) from Chilpancingo, the state capital of Guerrero. It has a warm,
humid climate with temperatures ranging from 22º C (72º
F) to 33º C (91º F) with sunny days throughout the year.
Among the port city?s many enticing
qualities are: its beautiful bay, one of the best in the world; the calm waters
of its beaches; the amenities offered by its well established hotel industry,
which in recent years has undergone a major revamping, especially in the Punta
Diamante neighborhood; and finally, the city?s unbeatable nightlife, which
offers one of the hottest playgrounds among Mexican vacation destinations.
For those who have never visited Acapulco, we recommend that you visit la Isla
de la Roqueta
(Roqueta
Island), an ideal island
setting where you can either relax or enjoy some scuba diving. You?ll also want to check out the infamous La Quebrada,
where fearless cliff divers plunge into the ocean below. If you?re
looking for a little excitement of your own, Acapulco offers bungee jumping and
parasailing, where from high above you can admire the stunning panoramic views
of the bay, the hotel zone and the surrounding mountains, in their utmost
splendor.
Nearby Acapulco, you can visit the beach of Pie
de la Cuesta,
known for its spectacular sunsets, or Puerto Marques, with it beautiful bay and
calm waters. Finally, don?t miss out on Barra Vieja, where you are sure
to enjoy delicious seafood dishes prepared in traditional Mexican restaurants.
