Cozumel

Cozumel is a large island located right off the Carribean coast, and is just a boat ride away from Mexico's Yucatan Peninsula. This beautiful vacation spot is for the family or couple the wants to escape the normal Mexican vacation to experience a unique culture that is only found on this Island. Your Mexican vacation can be an unforgettable experience with dolphin interaction, exploration of ancient ruins, and a stay at the Cozumel hotel of your choice. If you are looking for a brand new Mexico vacation experience, Cozumel is your destination of choice. Taste the colorful cuisine, and enjoy breath taking views from the beaches of the Cozumel coast. Choose from a variety of exciting activities such as snorkeling and the botanical gardens that don't get any more authentic. Mexico Vacation

Available Resorts in Cozumel

• Allegro Cozumel
• Cozumel Palace
• El Cozumeleno
• Iberostar Cozumel
• Melia Cozumel
• Occidental Grand Cozumel

Shopping

When you think of the Grand Maya Riviera, you think of hand-crafted pieces of art, specially made clothing, and gorgeous semi-precious stones; that's exactly what you're going to get. The Grand Mayan Riviera hosts some of the most rural and personable shops in Mexico, and are a great way to truly immerse yourself in the culture of the area. Enjoy stone selections from the famous Yucatan Penninsula such as: onyx, turquoise, opal, and more. Purchase them separately for a collection, or buy them set in silver or gold for pieces of jewelry that hold a raw and unique presence. You may find that haggling with the local shop owners will ensure you pay the price that you want to pay. Haggling can be hard to get used to at first, but with a little bit of practice you will be negotiating sales and walking out of the Grand Maya Riviera with incredible finds at even more incredible prices. Don't miss the hand-crafted beauty that is featured in the works of the local shop owners, and bring home something truly representative of the area to show your family and friends.

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Dining

The Maya Riviera is home to some of the most authentic Mexican food restaurants on the planet, as it is of course where Mexican food originated. Vacationers come from across the world just to taste of the local cuisine. If you are looking for a quality dining experience with excellent service, enticing menu choices, unbeatable drink options, and deserts to die for, you have come to the right place. You cannot leave the Maya Riviera without tasting some of the most famous dishes from this region. Of all of the great restaurants in this ancient area, the three listed below hold a broad assortment of Mexican flavor, and allow you to preview the foods of the area from some of the Maya Riviera's most famous eating spots:

Nightlife

Though night life in Cozumel Mexico is not like the hustle and bustle of some of the larger Mexican resort areas, there are certainly gems to be found throughout the city. This town is a more intimate escape for travelers who enjoy rest and relaxation in an atmosphere that is less tainted by tourism, so of course the nightlife spots will reflect this state of mind. Some of the bars and clubs that you will encounter in Cozumel Mexico will be filled with local men and women who are true natives and frequenters of the locations. This makes Cozumel one of the best vacation spots to truly immerse yourself in the local culture, and maybe even meet a friend or two. Of the nightlife locations in Cozumel Mexico, some of the most notorious include:

Sightseeing

Cozumel Mexico is a unique experience like no other that allows you to truly become one with nature and view the land in its raw state. Though there are plenty of guided tours and organized vacationer activities, there are also plenty of escapes that you can do by yourself or with your friends and family. With incredible areas to hike and fish as well as endless water sport activities and beach hideouts, Cozumel Mexico is an up close and personal encounter with the Mexican wilderness. If outdoors isn't your thing, but you still want to check out the scenic displays and breath taking views that Cozumel has to offer, never fear, comfortable dinner cruises and completely mobile tour options are near. From the most intense treks through the Mexican jungles, to elegant and relaxed guided tours, Cozumel has a sightseeing adventure for every personality, and to fit the mood of each day of your stay. Don't miss out on some of the best that Cozumel Mexico has to offer: