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Ixtapa is a beach resort in the municipality of Zihuatanejo de Azueta in the state of Guerrero, Mexico on the Pacific Coast. It is a major cruise stop and beach destination. Ixtapa and the neighbouring fishing village are marketed together as a single resort destination, and although both areas feature gorgeous beaches and bays, they could not be more different from each other. Ixtapa features a long line of beachfront resorts with the Zona Hotelera running along a 3 km stretch of sandy beach, the Playa del Palmar; while Zihuatenajo is an old world Mexican fishing village that exudes charm and provides heart, soul, and authentic character. It is considered the friendliest of the Pacific Coast major resort areas. ...
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The Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo area is referred to as the Mexican Riviera and runs along 26 km of hilly tropical coastline. It features dozens of golden sand beaches spotted with enticing coves. The area experiences 340 days of sunshine per year and has a year round average temperature of 26°C with gentle, cooling breezes. Featuring stunning views and a full range of activities and excursions, it is a delightful vacation destination characterized by a laid back ambiance.
There is plenty to see and do in this Mexican oasis. For those seeking activity, the area features two world class 18 hole golf courses, tennis courts, kayak tours, offshore tropical island tours, surfing, top ten ranked sports fishing, and some of the best Pacific scuba diving with an abundance of marine life. The Parque Aventura in Ixtapa features hanging bridges, lianas, foot bridges, and zip lines. Magic World Aquatic Park is located in front of the Ixtapa hotel zone and provides swimming pools, waterslides, and a pirate ship, providing lots of family fun. At Delfiniti Ixtapa the opportunity to interact and swim with dolphins provides a wonderfully magical experience. For those seeking less adventurous activities, there are plenty of gourmet restaurants and quaint eateries, a huge selection of shopping, two cinemas, as well as discos and bars for nighttime entertainment.
Daytrips are also an option with plenty of enticing locations nearby. Patzcuaro is a historic mountain town that is a cultural and artisan center. Morelia features beautiful colonial and civil architecture, the Cointzio Spa, museums, as well as a zoo, planetarium, and wild orchid greenhouse. Ixtapa is the original Mexican resort site and features unspoiled beaches and plenty of activities. Taxco is famed for its magnificent colonial architecture featuring gorgeous castles, chapels, museums, and inviting shops. A trip to Ixtapa, and its sister town, Zihuatanejo, provides an unparalleled travel destination experience. Contact SellOffVacations.com today and begin your journey to this delightful location.
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The currency used in Ixtapa, Mexico is the Mexican Peso and the United States Dollar is also widely accepted.
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The temperatures in Ixtapa range from a low of 24°C in the winter to a high of 28°C in the summer.
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The voltage used is 127V.
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The language used in Ixtapa is Spanish but English is also used throughout Mexico.
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The time zone in Ixtapa is GMT (UTC) -6.
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Documents required to visit Ixtapa
Canadian Citizens please click here
Non-Canadian citizens please contact the consulate or embassy for information.
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