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Acapulco Travel
Guide:
Acapulco remains one of the most popular tourist destinations in
Mexico, and for good reason. Visitors from around the world flock to
Acapulco each year seeking beautiful beaches and crystal blue waters
of the deepest azure. Recreational activities abound in Acapulco as
well, with everything from deep sea fishing and scuba diving to tennis
and golf competing for the attention of the visitor.
Acapulco offers an exciting adventure for every type of visitor. If you
like round the clock activity, you can find in Acapulco. If you prefer a
more relaxed, serene atmosphere, one of Acapulco's luxurious resorts
can provide you with a secluded environment in which to unwind and
let the world drift by.
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Acapulco is a city with a long and storied history. As far back as 1530,
the Spanish built ships on the settlement occupying present day
Acapulco. The Spanish occupiers used the resulting fleet of ships to
trade goods from Mexico for goods from the rest of the developed
world. Thus, ships laden with fine Mexican silver and other luxury
items would go out bound for the Philippines, where traders from
around the world would meet to trade their goods. After the trades
were negotiated, Spanish ships returned to present day Acapulco
carrying Chinese silk, spices, ivory, pearls, and other precious stones.
These early Spanish traders helped introduce the people of Mexico to
these exotic goods from around the world.
People from around the world still come to Acapulco of course, though
not necessarily in search of silk, ivory and spices. These days visitors
to Acapulco come in search of fun, sun and surf, and they find all this
and more in great abundance.
When planning your Acapulco vacation, it is helpful to remember that
Acapulco actually consists of three separate areas. The first area of
Acapulco is known as the Playa Revolcadero. This section of Acapulco
is located near the airport and to the south of Acapulco Bay. The area
boasts a long stretch of open beach backed by a lush tropical lagoon.
This area is home to a few resorts, and has recently undergone a wave
of new construction.
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The second part of Acapulco is the Puerto Marquis region. This area
lies to the north of Playa Revolcadero region, in the middle section
between the airport and Acapulco Bay itself. For many years, this part
of Acapulco was largely ignored by developers, missing out on the
construction boom going on elsewhere in the city. This trend has
recently begun to reverse itself, however, with the recent opening of
the magnificent Acapulco Diamante resort. Other resort and
residential development is planned for the area as well.
The third part of Acapulco is what most visitors think of when they
here the term. Acapulco Bay is a magnificent natural harbor framed
by a scenic mountain range. Acapulco Bay rivals the best places in the
world for its natural scenic beauty. This part of Acapulco is home to
almost all of the high-rise hotels and resort properties that call
Acapulco home. In addition to the many hotels and resorts, the
Acapulco Bay region features 24 hour nightlife, and extensive shopping
and dining opportunities.
Speaking of dining, the culinary options in Acapulco are virtually
limitless. In addition to some of the finest and most authentic Mexican
food to be found anywhere, just about any other type of cuisine can be
had in Acapulco. Owing to the nearby sea, wonderful fresh seafood
abounds in Acapulco. But its not just the variety of cuisine that makes
Acapulco special. As any vacationer knows, the location of your table
can be as important as the food on your plate. Acapulco offers many
outdoor seating opportunities, many of them with magnificent views of
Acapulco Bay. Imagine sharing a special dinner by candlelight while
the sun sets over Acapulco Bay.
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Of course, Acapulco has a well deserved reputation as a 24 hour
beehive of activity. Acapulco truly is a 24 hour city, and you can
dance the night away at the many bars, clubs and discos that call
Acapulco home. There are an overwhelming number of choices when
it comes to nightlife in Acapulco.
Of course, if you want to relax and unwind away from the noise and
traffic, you can do that as well. There are many wonderful resorts
with secluded beaches and hidden coves where the visitor can just
relax on the beach, swim in the pool, or maybe play a round of golf on
the resort's private course.
Of course golf is not the only outdoor activity in Acapulco. The area
offers every imaginable water sport, including some of the best
parasailing in the world. In addition, deep sea fishing and scuba diving
are popular activities in Acapulco.
Whatever you are looking for in a vacation, you can find it in Acapulco.
Even after all these years, Acapulco remains one of the best vacation
spots in all of Mexico.
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