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La Ropa Beach
The beaches of Ixtapa Zihuata- nejo are ideal spots for relaxing. Playa la Ropa has calm waters and a wide variety of hotels and restaurants.
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Las Escolleras
This is one of Ixtapa’s best surfing spots thanks to its big waves. The Karma Surf tournament is held here.
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Cueva de la Gata
This is one of the best spots for scuba diving. It has depths of 15 to 20 meters (50 to 66 feet), where occasionally you’ll see cat sharks.
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Fishing Tournaments
Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo hosts the Annual International Sailfish Tournament where fishermen compete to hook the biggest sailfish, marlin or mahi mahi.
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Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo one of Mexico’s most beautiful destinations, is located in the State of
Guerrero on the Pacific coast in the area known as the Mexican Riviera, 245 Km. (152 mi.)
northwest of Acapulco. This destination consists of the picturesque
town Zihuatanejo and the modern tourist resort Ixtapa. Although they couldn’t be more different
are marketed together as a single destination. In these two destinations that sit side by side you can
find both high-rise luxury and seaside village charm.
The unique town of Zihuatanejo, which used to be a remote fishing village, has evolved in time to an
enchanting vacation destination where romanticism, simplicity and intensity come together but still
retains it’s Old-Mexico charm. Possesses one outstanding particularity, it radiates the
warmth and simplicity of it’s people. Many of the best restaurants in the destinations are
located in Zihuatanejo, local gastronomy is one of the most delightful discoveries you can enjoy.
The modern world-class resort of Ixtapa, created in the 1970´s, is a paradise with
modern luxuries like stylish restaurants and harbors first class hotels along El Palmar Beach.
Everything is at walking distance, the major boutiques, the arts and crafts market and most restaurants
are located to one side of Paseo Ixtapa which is the main avenue. What makes Ixtapa different is that
the government has deemed that half of the land must remain commercial free.
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Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo: Always something new to discover
Ixtapa has two magnificent golf courses which host national as well as international golf
tournaments. To play golf next to the sea while admiring the incredible flora and fauna of the
region will make you feel like no other place on Earth. The perfect way to bring the day to a
close can be found at a handful of bars and discos which remain open until early hours of the
morning.
Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo has been recognized by one of the most renowned fishing magazines as one of
the most preferred fishing destinations not only in Mexico but in the world. Is considered an
important fishing port due to it’s abundance of species. You also can participate in
world-class fishing tournaments like the Zihuatanejo Annual International Sailfish
Tournament.
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Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Adventure and Ecoturism:
In the surrounding areas, which are covered with lush vegetation, you can go camping, do ecotourism
outings, hiking, horseback riding along beaches or through natural reserves and observe wildlife.
The beaches of Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo have long served as a nesting area for sea turtles. What’s more,
you can participate in wild life conservation programs to help protect endangered species. Just
about anywhere you go, you’ll find Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo simply fascinating, there are many adventures
to be had.
Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo has more than 30 spots where you can go scuba diving among coral reefs,
underwater canyons, shoals and sunken ships that serve as artificial reefs. In these waters you
can see a wide variety of animal species. Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo is also the perfect place for
surfing and windsurfing, as the waves are generally pretty big.
A destination with identity, there is always something new to be discovered, where a soft warm
breeze makes every walk absolute delight, where the smiles of the people make you come back.
Ixtapa and Zihuatanejo together comprise one tropical destination that is indeed twice as
pleasing.
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