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MEXICO
Sail from Los Angeles, Long
Beach or
San Diego and
visit spectacular seaside cities and experience the vibrant
culture Mexico has to offer. You can dance all night
long in Acapulco, discover the colonial beauty of Puerto
Vallarta, dive into the exotic underwater world of Cabo San Lucas and relax on the beaches and boulevards of Zihuatanejo
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Mexican Riviera/Baja
Ports Of Call
Source: rccl.com
Note: Local Currency
Mexico's currency is the peso (MXN). The $ sign is
used to refer to pesos, so don't be shocked at the price tags. Any prices in
U.S. dollars are listed as US$ or USD. Many hotels, restaurants and shops also
accept major credit cards, which usually offer you a good exchange rate.
Baja, Mexico
Below California, the Baja peninsula extends south in a stretch of magical
beaches and lively Mexican towns. Just a short trip from Los Angeles, Baja is
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Mexican Riviera
As Mexico extends south toward Central America, you can travel beyond siestas
and fiestas to explore the true Mexico. Trek through jungles and plantations. Or
search for whales in the waters of Los Cabos. There's no end to the adventures
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Acapulco,
Mexico |
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| Acapulco was first settled in 1550 and for
many years was a major Mexican shipping port. Attracted to its perfect sunsets,
clear waters and many white-sand beaches, visitors began flocking to Acapulco in
the 1920s. Visitors still thrill to the sight of Acapulco's intrepid La Quebrada
cliff divers, who routinely risk their lives by leaping from the 130-foot-high
rock formations into the surf below. Its legendary nightlife makes it a required
port of call for the complete Mexican cruise adventure. |
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The One Thing You Don't Want
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| When you're in Acapulco, don't miss the famous
cliff divers. You can see them up close at La Quebrada, or watch from above at
the Plaza Las Glorias Hotel Restaurant and Bar. |
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Learn about the movie-star history of Acapulco and visit the exclusive and
luxurious homes in the famous Las Brisas area. |
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Step aboard the Shotover jet boat, and embark on a thrilling 30-minute,
high-speed ride along the Papagayo River. |
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Visit the famous Hotel Flamingo, where many movie stars of the '50s found
refuge from the fast-paced life of Hollywood. |
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| Sporting Adventures
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| Play a round of golf at the Mayan Palace Golf
Course, surrounded by tropical plants and numerous hills and lakes. |
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| Delicious, authentic Mexican food is available
everywhere in Acapulco. Seafood is another great bet. It's usually very fresh
and fantastic. |
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Cabo San Lucas,
Mexico |
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| Once referred to as the "millionaire's
sandbox," Cabo San Lucas is Mexico's jewel resort at the very tip of the Baja
Peninsula. Its remote location and unspoiled beauty make this a seaside
paradise. |
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The One Thing You Don't Want
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| Cabo San Lucas is quickly becoming a popular
destination for one reason: beautiful beaches. You'll find an amazing choice of
activities here, from snorkeling and scuba diving to surfing and kayaking.
There's something for everyone, even people who just want to lie in the sun and
relax. |
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Gaze from atop the cliffs at the very far end of the bay at the
unforgettable view of Land's End's craggy rock arches and dramatic seascape. |
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Sail to beautiful Santa Maria Cove and enjoy snorkeling in the clear,
turquoise waters. |
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Cruise the waters of Los Cabos to search for humpback and gray whales. |
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Set sail on a luxury sailing yacht for Lovers Beach, a sea lion colony, and
Land's End. |
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Watch local artisans blow heated glass into crystalline works of art on a
tour of a local glass-blowing factory. |
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Paddle across San Lucas Bay, past Pelican Rock and around Los Arcos in a
kayak. Then stop for snorkeling at the famous Lovers Beach. |
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Play golf at one of the many challenging courses around Cabo. |
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Mexico boasts some of the finest arts and crafts,
sterling silver jewelry and leather. Take a memory of Mexico and her people home
with authentic Mexican crafts such as an original ceramic vase, a colorful
painting, a pre-Columbian replica or an embroidered cotton blouse. In Cabo San
Lucas you can find great deals on colorful Huichol bead work, Talavera plates,
"Day of the Dead" paraphernalia, Silver D'Argenta Sculptures, Mexican fire opals
and Mexico's famed silver jewelry and designs, including .925 silver from Taxco.
Cabo offers fantastic bargains on aquamarine jewelry from Kabana; fashionable
pearls from Honora; quality tanzanite from the House of Tanzanite; and watches
by Maurice Lacroix and Alfex.
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Catalina
Island, California |
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| Catalina Island, located off the southern
coast of California, is the home of the Mediterranean-style town of Avalon, with
its small-town charm and circular Moorish-style casino (now used as a concert
venue) on the harbor. The population of 2,500 swells to nearly 20,000 in season,
yet three-quarters of the island remains undeveloped. The picturesque island is
a popular setting for movies. In fact, a herd of buffalo abandoned years ago by
a film crew still roams the interior sections of this island. |
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The One Thing You Don't Want
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| Join an exploration of Catalina Island's coastline
onboard a motorized rigid-hull inflatable raft. There is a good chance you'll
encounter the island's bald eagles, harbor seals, sea lions, red tail hawks and
other local wildlife. View Long Point, Italian Gardens, Goat Harbor, and Rippers
Cove. Then continue two to three miles offshore in search of dolphins during the
ride back to Avalon. |
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When exploring Avalon, don't limit yourself to Front Street. Get out there®.
Discover the nine-mile stretch of beaches and hillsides of Avalon. |
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Take a scenic tour of the beautiful Wrigley Botanical Gardens. |
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Tour Catalina's famous undersea gardens in a climate-controlled
semisubmersible. |
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Watch the famous California sea lions as they frolic in the waters. These
"showmen of the sea" are natural entertainers. |
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| Catch a round of golf while enjoying the views at
the Santa Catalina Golf Course. |
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Ensenada,
Mexico |
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| South of the border, alongside mountains,
desert and sea, Ensenada offers a warm and wonderful introduction to Mexico. The
oldest community on the Baja Peninsula, it was first visited by Spanish
missionaries in the 17th century. Today it's a thriving seaport. Ensenada's
breezy climate invites exploration, shopping for colorful handicrafts, dining on
delectable seafood, viewing the wonderful Gold Coast, and sipping cervezas in
lively cantinas. |
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| For one of the most amazing sights in Ensenada,
travel through the city and into the countryside, past farms and olive groves,
to "La Bufadora," or blowhole. This fascinating natural phenomenon shoots water
through crevices formed in the rock face of the cliff. |
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Experience the unique art of wine making and sample some of the local
favorites on an informative tour of Mexico's finest wineries. |
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Enjoy some sightseeing and shopping in downtown Ensenada, then take in the
excitement of a Mexican Folkloric Fiesta featuring singers, dancers, and a
mariachi band. |
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| Sporting Adventures
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| Play golf at the Bajamar Ocean Front Golf Course. A
long-ball hitter's delight, this course offers pleasant fairway shots and smooth
greens. |
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| Ensenada offers an abundance of quality items, such
as fine silver, leather, and glassware unique to Mexico, at unbeatable prices.
Through the vast array of handmade arts and crafts, rated among the finest in
the world, you can experience Mexico and the Mexican people firsthand. Home of
the renowned Taxco sterling silver, this is where you will find an array of your
favorite designs and traditional Mexican styles. Ensenada is also known for
leather goods; various textures of leather are used to make handmade bags,
purses, jackets and belts. For the value-minded shopper, a bounty of unique
items, such as stained glass, hand-blown glass, pottery, onyx, and woodcarvings,
is widely available. |
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Ixtapa
( Zihuatanejo ) Mexico |
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| Explore the modern paradise of Ixtapa or the
rustic haven of Zihuatanejo. In Ixtapa, enjoy luxury hotels, gourmet
restaurants, shopping galore, world-class golf courses, and much more.
Zihuatanejo is four miles southeast down the coast from Ixtapa. There you'll
find magnificent beaches untouched by the fast-paced modern world of gigantic
resorts and commercialism. Visit the restaurants, shops, and markets to take in
the local culture. |
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The One Thing You Don't Want
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| The beaches in Ixtapa and Zihuatanejo are
absolutely spectacular. In Ixtapa, the main beach is Playa Palmar. This
beautiful white-sand beach features water-sports facilities for adventurous
travelers looking to get their blood pumping. In Zihuatanejo, Playa Municipal is
a terrific beach from which to watch the local fisherman, merchants and people.
Plus, there are plenty of restaurants and small shops to explore. Or catch a
panga from Zihuatanejo's town pier over to Playa Las Gatas, a fantastic
clear-water swimming and snorkeling beach lined with open-air seafood
restaurants. |
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Immerse yourself in the history and culture of this Mexican region at the
Museo de Arqueología de la Costa Grande. |
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Saddle up. Explore the coastline on horseback at the Rancho Playa Linda. |
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In Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo, you'll find a lot of fresh
fish and seafood on the menu. Restaurants range from gourmet to small local
establishments right on the beach. Of course you can also experience authentic
traditional Mexican food, which you'll notice differs vastly from most of the
Mexican food served in U.S. restaurants. In Mexico, tacos surpass the burger as
the core fast food. Taquerías (taco stands) are plentiful. Check with the locals
to see which ones they recommend.
Note: In Mexico you need to request your check. It is considered inappropriate
for a waiter to present a guest with the bill if it has not been asked for.
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| Stroll through the Mercado de Artesanias, a craft
market with fine goods from all over Mexico. Look for locally crafted Guerrero
masks. These colorful wooden masks depict demons, devils, and animals, and were
traditionally used in ceremonies and dances. Also keep your eye out for fine
Taxco silver. |
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Manzanillo, Mexico |
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| Landscape doesn't get much more enticing than
what you'll find in Manzanillo: tall palm trees, mango trees, superb sandy
beaches, sprawling jungles and mountains covered with palms. The town is named
after the bountiful groves of manzanillo trees that were used extensively in the
early days of shipbuilding. North of the port is the Santiago Peninsula luxury
resort zone. The peninsula separates the town's two golden sand bays. Today,
Manzanillo is Mexico's busiest commercial seaport, a tropical tourist paradise
as well as the "fishing capital of the world". |
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The One Thing You Don't Want
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| Wander the Museum of Archaeology and History, where
you can admire contemporary Mexican art and learn about this region's past. The
museum hosts free cultural events on Friday evenings that are definitely worth
attending. |
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Play a round of golf amid banana trees, coconut palms and bougainvillea at
La Mantarraya Golf Course, one of Mexico's top ten courses. |
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Cast out your line! Manzanillo is renowned for its fishing - wahoo,
sailfish, swordfish, giant tuna, marlin, and mahimahi. |
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Dive in and enter the underwater world with Underworld SCUBA. |
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| Carnitas is a famous Mexican dish made with braised
pork. It can be eaten by itself with tortillas and chili sauce or as the filling
in tamales, burritos or tacos. Traditional Mexican food is not served spicy. Hot
sauces are typically available to add as much zing as each diner desires.
Another authentic dish you should try is Birria, a mutton soup, usually made
with a whole goat or lamb. The meat is seasoned with a paste of ground spices
and chilies and cooked in a barbecue pit. |
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Downtown near the central plaza are shops selling
Mexican clothing and crafts, mostly from Guadalajara. You'll find a traditional
tianguis, outdoor market, in front of the entrance to Club Maeva, with
souvenir items from around Mexico. In San Pedrito there are numerous shops and
restaurants to explore that are right on the beach.
Note: You can bargain for better prices with beach vendors and vendors at the
tianguis markets. |
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Mazatlan,
Mexico |
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| An exciting mixture of old and new Mexico,
Mazatlán has been blessed with a harbor of natural beauty. The neighboring
mountain range rises as a majestic backdrop for this scenic city. As Mexico's
first major resort community, Mazatlán owes its continued popularity to vast
unspoiled beaches, first-class resorts and friendly people. |
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The One Thing You Don't Want
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| Take in the charming and historic sights on a tour
of the city. Stop to do some shopping at Mazatlán's Golden Zone, home to Mexican
and Indian handicrafts. It's a great way to celebrate the colors, songs and
dances of ancient and colonial Mexico. |
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Take a fascinating tour of the legendary Sierra Madre mountain range. Visit
once-thriving colonial towns, which hosted missionaries and gold prospectors
alike. |
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Spend the afternoon exploring Mazatlán's long white-sand beaches, lined with
open-air bistros and fun-loving bars. |
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| Sporting Adventures
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| Tee up at the Estrella del Mar Golf Club, designed
by world-renowned Robert Trent Jones, Jr. This course is recognized as one of
Mexico's premier golf courses for its superior beauty and playability. |
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| The Mexican Riviera is the ideal place to shop for
beautiful jewelry. All of the colored stones in the world can be found here, as
well as the rare Mexican fire opal and Mexico's renowned sterling silver.
Mazatlán has fabulous bargains on diamonds, precious & semi-precious stones, 14K
& 18K gold, handmade jewelry, seashell handicrafts, Huilchol Indian beadwork,
D'Argenta silver sculptures and sterling silver jewelry. |
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Puerto
Vallarta, Mexico |
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| This once-sleepy fishing village became a
popular resort after The Night of the Iguana was filmed here in 1964. Nestled on
the 28-mile curve of Banderas Bay, Puerto Vallarta has steadfastly held on to
its character. Red tile roofs and rows of balconies, spilling over with colorful
bougainvillea, still line its cobblestone streets. A pleasure for both the eye
and the camera. |
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The One Thing You Don't Want
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| Take advantage of a rare opportunity to get up
close and personal with our intelligent finned friends at the Dolphin Adventure
Center. You'll be given an introduction to these friendly mammals. Then you'll
actually have the chance to swim with them in a specially designed pool. |
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Explore the Mexican countryside with its tropical vegetation, farmland,
mangos, bananas and other tropical fruits. |
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Soak up the sun at one of Puerto Vallarta's beautiful beach resorts. |
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Explore El Eden Jungle, take a swim in the natural pools and try the
waterslide where the water has worn a path in the stones. |
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Play the exclusive par-71 golf course at Marina Vallarta Club de Golf.
Experience this visual wonder located a short distance from the city and marvel
at how the designer has combined the area's natural landscape with a layout
designed to test a golfer's skills. |
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Bike past fruit plantations and rustic towns on a 21-speed mountain bike. |
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| Mexican arts and crafts are among the finest in the
world, and Puerto Vallarta shops are well stocked with them. While in this
exciting port, load up on papier mâché decorations, leather goods and rare
skins, embroidered cotton blouses, original ceramics, local art and
pre-Columbian replicas, and be sure to take home a bottle of Kahlua, the Mexican
coffee liqueur. The bay was originally developed as a port to transport silver
from nearby mines, and fine sterling silver jewelry still abounds at bargain
prices in Puerto Vallarta. You will also find great prices on gold and jade
jewelry. |
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