Acapulco, the queen of the Western Mexican Riviera. Stunning Acapulco has improved with age. A through beautification program that started six years ago, as well as more upscale hotels and resorts, luxury spas, restaurants, attractions and high fashion shops, gives Acapulco a new youth.
Acapulco hugs one of the most spectacular harbors in the world, the city is a glittering display of light and color that sparks energy 24 hours a day. Sleek discos stay open all night, while a varity of buildings perched on the hillsides---offer a varity of dishes from all over the world. For vacationers in the mood for shopping, Acapulco is a true paradise.
An Acapulco vacation has warm sunshine all year round. Acapulco is the perfect spot to enjoy the beach and its activities. Many features that today symbolize the resort vacation concept orriginated in beautiful Acapulco. Parasailing, swim-up pool bars and pyramid-shaped hotels were all first introduced in Acapulco. Acapulco has something to suit every taste and budget, offering a wide range of children and family activities.
The vibrant Mexican Pacific port city of Acapulco in Guerrero State is home to one of the most spectacular bays in the world, making it a favorite stop over the decades for celebrities like Elizabeth Taylor, Plácido Domingo and Julio Iglesias. But Aca, as the locals call it, offers much more than just stretches of beach: Mexicans and foreigners agree that it is the perfect place for people of all tastes and budgets to swim, shop, dine, party or just soak up the sun.
A drive along the Costera Miguel Alemán offers a spectacular view of the bay and its grandest attractions. These include San Diego Fort, originally built to protect Acapulco from pirates; Cici, a water theme park for children; Papagayo Park, which offers a roller rink, Aviary, a racetrack for kids and model of a Spanish Galleon; and the Casa de la Cultura (Cultural Center), with an art gallery, handicraft exhibit and small archaeological museum.
Along the bay in Acapulco are 20 gorgeous beaches, and any type of water activitie you coulkd dream of. Sport fishing, sailing, (Acapulco has a huge Yacht Club), scuba diving, water-skiing and snorkeling, as well as great hiking, horseback riding, tennis and golfing.
Acapulco is also a famous romantic vacation destinations. Fiery sunsets, fine dining and gourgeous hotels havecontributed to Acapulco's romantic appeal.
Acapulco now has a English speaking tourist police force to assist any tourist in need. They are dressed in T-shirts displaying the, "Policia Turistica" logo, and Bermuda shorts.
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This famous warm weather destination, located on the Pacific Ocean, is a place of pleasure, relaxation and daydreams, a favorite of tourists from all over the world.
In Acapulco, you can enjoy its many attractions since sunrise. Its lovely natural landscapes, water parks, important historical and architectural monuments, all these immersed in a unique background.
Acapulco offers all kinds of natural places to spend many hours of joy, entertainment and fun by simply admiring the beauty of its bays and green landscapes.
However, it also has many buildings of historic value, traditional regional food and, of course, its famous nightlife.One of Mexico's favorite, and most beautiful resorts, Acapulco enjoys a romantic and glorious history. Its beaches, cliff divers, restaurants and hotels are famous the world over.
Founded by the Nahua Indians (the predecessors of the Aztecs) around 3000 B.C., Acapulco was conquered by the Spaniard Hernán Cortes when the Aztec Empire fell in 1521.
Acapulco retained its importance as a world trading port for the next 400 years and during that time became a haven for pirates including Sir Francis Drake. Acapulco began its transformation to that of a vacation destination in the 1920's when the Prince of Wales, the future King Edward VIII, visited the bay on a fishing expedition.
Wealthy Mexicans, American writers, Hollywood Stars and European jet-setters soon flocked to Acapulco. It was here that Elizabeth Taylor married Mike Todd, John F. Kennedy and Brigitte Bardot honeymooned, and Frank Sinatra, Judy Garland, Harry Belafonte and Baron de Rothschild became regulars Acapulco vacationers. Today, Acapulco is one of the most exciting places in the world attracting those who love to play all day and stay up all night!
FUERTE DE SAN DIEGO
This amazing fort, built in the sixteenth century to protect the bay from pirate attacks, hosts a Museum with ten different showrooms with exhibits regarding the history of Acapulco.
WATER PARKS
Papagayo
There are three artificial lakes, children playground, pools with slides, a scenic train, skate rental, restaurants and parking lots.
This beach club offers many pools -one with artificial waves-, slides, shallow pools, seal and dolphin shows, aquarium, restaurant, bar and parking lot.
Located in downtown, this sensational aquarium offers exotic fish, sea lions, and an oceanography museum, among other attractions. There is also a beach club with pool, slides and sun bathing areas.
ACA ZOO
In this modern zoo located in the Roqueta Island where you may observe many animal species. It has a children playground, food court and swimming facilities.
NATURAL LANDSCAPES
Isla Roqueta
A beautiful island located in front of Caleta Beach. You can get there by crystal bottom boats, where you can see the marine fauna as well as the Virgin of Guadalupe (patron of fishermen) in the bottom of the sea.
Caleta
Located next to the Roqueta Island. It has calm waters, ideal for swimming and playing.
Tamarindo, Hornos and Hornitos
This beach, full of palm trees, is the best place to observe fishermen every morning. During visiting hours, local bands play pleasant tunes to visitors.
Condesa
This is the most visited beach on a Acapulco vacation. It is located right in the middle of the bay where young people create a joyful atmosphere of permanent celebration. Here, you will find all kinds of entertainment centers, restaurants and hotels for every budget. You can also enjoy water sports such as jet skies, boats and banana rentals, among others.
Puerto Marques
Located southeast of Acapulco, in a bay that bears the same name. This beach is ideal for family trips due to its calm waves. Entertainment is safe and secure, especially for kids. Here, you can practice all kinds of water sports, such as offshore fishing.
Next to this destination you will find the "Revolcadero" beach, an ideal beach for surfing, due to its strong waves.
Pie de la Cuesta
Only 10 kilometers (6 miles) from the bay you will find "Pie de la Cuesta", a splendid place to watch spectacular sunsets or take relaxing walks or horseback riding along the beach during you Acapulco vacation.
La Quebrada
The main Acapulco vacation attraction in these rocky cliffs is observing the brave divers jump into the sea, from a 35 meters (100 feet) above. The show is even more spectacular at night, when divers jump with torches in their hands.
Tres Palos
This spectacular lagoon is located very close to the airport. It is 15 kilometers (9 miles) wide and 6 kilometers (4 miles) long. It flows to the sea by a channel. It is an exotic landscape, framed by wild fauna and mangrove swamps.
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