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Travel Reading on
this area: Acapulco Has It All
by Caitlin Moore
| Acapulco (view
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(Officially: Acapulco de Juárez) is a city and major sea port in
the state of Guerrero on the Pacific coast of Mexico, 300 km (190 miles)
southwest from Mexico City. Acapulco is located on a deep, semi-circular
bay. It is a port of call for shipping and cruising lines running between
Panama and San Francisco, California, USA. In 2003 the estimated population
was 637,000 people.
Acapulco as a holiday
resort
For most of a century exotic
and historic west-coast Acapulco, the origination of the famed Acapulco
Galleons treasure ships, has been a popular resort for tourists taking
long holiday weekends and cruises from the United States, the Mexican interior
and countries in South America. Eventually, it began competing directly
with east-coast Cancun as a super-tourist destination in the recent three
decades long era of affordable air fares as international airlines added
flights and infrastructure was emplaced to support the increasing air travel. |
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resorts are essentially located on opposite coasts oriented due East and
West from the other at essentially the same latitude. The city has had
its star-spangled times, prompting none other than Frank Sinatra to give
the place a mention in his all time classic "Come Fly With Me". Modern
Acapulco has a great appeal and is a featured destination for many Pacific
cruise ship packages and international air carriers. The vast majority
of the tourists are Mexicans, but its balmy subtropical climate and pleasant
year round temperatures draws in many other foreign nationals year round
providing the volume to support the numerous bars and clubs dotted around
the bay. Whether seeking a break from northern climes, winters or heat,
or the southern hemisphere's seasonal analogs, the resorts proximity to
the equator on the narrows of the North America continental isthmus gives
it an economically important geographic centrality rivaled by only a few
resorts in the world.
 In
recent years, within the younger crowd, Acapulco has made up some ground
on Cancun as a popular spring break destination. This growing popularity
may be because Acapulco offers a different unknown experience and a larger,
international student crowd than Cancun due to its prominence as an international
tourist mecca with many available international transatlantic and transpacific
flights. Apart from just the beach, Acapulco's best known island Roqueta,
is a great attraction which is typically reached by transparent-bottom
motor boats (enabling clear view of the bottom sea). As in Cancun, water
sports such as water skiing, para-sailing, scuba diving, deep sea fishing,
sailing and snorkeling excursions are available in many price ranges amongst
the picturesque coastal waters.
Several real estate, hotels
and timeshares had been developed in the Acapulco Diamante (Diamond Acapulco)
zone. A very important development has build by Mayan Resorts the largest
vacation club and golf operator in Mexico.
Nightclubs in Acapulco
Palladium: The center of
the Acapulco nightlife and the biggest and best nightclub, if you want
to follow the crowd. The amazing view, good music, friendly bar staff,
a decent layout to meet new people, and a mind-blowing show at 4:00 am
make it the top-rated disco in Acapulco. But during spring break and on
holidays, you may wait a long time to get in and get served. Located in
Las Brisas.
El Alebrije: A humongous
and popular disco, but also the youngest crowd (average age of 18-20).
The stadium seating is very conducive to meeting new people and the bartenders
are excellent, and the waiters are good and the music is great.
Baby'O: The best disco in
Acapulco for the social elite of Mexico. Baby'O is smaller than most others,
has an all ages crowd, and is a first class establishment. However, space
and seating is limited, it's a bit difficult to meet new people, and it
costs US$30-60 to enter NOT including drinks. If exclusivity is your preference,
this is the place to go.
NJoy: A large disco with
many couches, a good-sized dance floor, dancers on stages, and your typical
selection of Spanish dance music. Located south of Cinemark on La Costera.
Saturday is the night to go - because it is so large, you will have more
fun if it is crowded.
Mandara (Formerly Enigma):
Located in Las Brisas next to Palladium, next door (literally) to Siboney,
and under the after-hours bar Privado, Mandara is an elegant night club
with a beautiful view of the bay. It is a good place to take a date and
to be seen with the social elite from Acapulco. Go here on Fridays, and
hit Palladium on Saturdays and/or Thursdays.
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Las
Brisas, Acapulco
Lose yourself in a pink
and white hillside paradise that features the most breathtaking view of
Acapulco's bay & sunsets! Hidden away among 40 acres of lush hibiscus
gardens on a hillside high above famous Acapulco Bay, Las Brisas Acapulco
welcomes you to one of the most exclusive and extraordinary vacation destinations
in the world. The sharp contrasts between the deep blue sea and the vibrant
hues of the surrounding tropical vegetation exude a sense of secluded elegance
and create a truly unique ambience. A stay at this luxury resort with and
263 charming casitas (bungalow style rooms) which have either a private
or shared pool and the best views of Acapulco, is a one-of-a-kind experience. |
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Las
Torres Gemelas Suites and Beach Resort, Acapulco
Located on Condesa Beach
in Acapulco, Mexico, the Las Torres Gemelas Suites and Beach Resort is
within walking distance of many popular shops, restaurants, taverns and
adventure attractions. The largest of the Mexican resort areas, Acapulco
was all the rage in the late 1930's when celebrities made it their playground.
The glitzy nightlife, acclaimed restaurants and ideal climate attract a
wide range of visitors from all over the world. Beaches are probably the
best attractions in Acapulco, and lounging is always a popular activity.
Plenty of recreational opportunities exist though, from parasailing and
scuba diving to golfing or just sightseeing. The resort has three pools,
a fitness center and organized activities. Scuba diving, fishing, snorkeling,
volleyball and waterskiing are just some of the attractions available on
site. El Principio Restaurant serves an array of local and international
specialties for breakfast, lunch and dinner. |
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Ritz
Acapulco All Inclusive Acapulco
The Ritz Acapulco has the
most complete all-inclusive program in town; the quality is shown in its
services, food, drinks and activities, distinguishing it from the rest.
It is situated in the heart of Acapulco near malls, restaurants, parks
and the exciting nightlife. This hotel has a great beach with swimable
waters and water sports on the premises. Major attractions that are within
close proximity to the hotel include Papagayo Park Plaza, Bahia Mall, and
La Quebrada Cliff Drivers. For your comfort and pleasure we have
on 240 rooms, distributed in two towers which perfectly adapt to different
needs. You may choose between two double beds or one king size bed , communicated
rooms for families and junior suites of two bedrooms. All with air conditioning,
telephone, safety deposit boxes ($), color T.V. with cable, bathroom with
shower or bathtube, most with balcony. |
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QuInta
Real Hotel Acapulco
Recognised as one of Mexico's
premier hotels, Quinta Real Acapulco is renowned for its warm hospitality,
unparalleled service, exquisite accommodations, superb dining, cutting-edge
spa and unequalled amenities. Perfectly located on prestigious Punta
Diamante, the hotel is 15 minutes from all the activity of Acapulco's Golden
Zone and 10 minutes from the Acapulco International Airport. The
74 suites are well decorated, creating a soothing atmosphere in which to
relax and lift your spirits. The culinary choices at Quinta Real
Acapulco are as unique as the resort itself. Guests may opt to dine in
the privacy of their room, in either the open-air or air-conditioned comfort
of the Gourmet Restaurant, or by the water's edge, softly lit. A more refined
setting for evening cocktails, the lobby bar offers service indoors, with
climate control, or on a veranda overlooking the cliff and beach. |
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Suites
Alba de Acapulco
Perched on a hillside overlooking
Acapulco Bay, the Suites Alba de Acapulco are located in Acapulco, Mexico.
The suites are a 25-minute drive from downtown and about 45 minutes from
Juan N. Alvarez International Airport. The largest of the Mexican resort
areas, Acapulco was all the rage in the late 1930s when celebrities made
it their playground. The glitzy nightlife, acclaimed restaurants and ideal
climate attract a wide range of visitors from all over the world. Beaches
are probably the best attractions in ea Acapulco, and lounging seems to
be the preferred Marino activity here. Plenty of recreation exists though,
from parasailing and scuba diving to golfing or just seeing the sights.
Each of the one- and two-bedrooms accommodations features a private balcony
with ocean or pool views. Some guestrooms feature kitchenettes with refrigerators,
microwave ovens and ranges. |
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