Colonial ruins and spectacular diving await you with
Mexico cruise travel. The combination of leisure and culture
make this a top destination for a cruise to Mexico. More
and more travelers discover the bounties of this amazing
country.
Western Mexico is the place where three cultures meet in a captivating display of richness. Sun-dappled Colonial Spanish towns lie minutes from impressive ancient ruins, and on top of modern Mexican culture, with its vibrant ceremonies and festivals.
You might depart from a city such as San
Diego on your cruise to Mexico
and head south to Baja California. The Baja Peninsula
(Baja means below in Spanish) is an 1100 miles long fringe
of paradise.
You first Mexico cruise travel stop might be in the northern
coastal town of La
Paz, (the peace is Spanish) a relaxed alternative
from the bustle of Cabo
San Lucas. Here the beach is tantalizingly free of
vendors and stalls, but you can find a jet ski to rent
if you are so inclined. If you are looking for silver
there is tons of it here and it is easy to find really
nice jewelry at reasonable prices.
If you want to see something different besides the beaches
and the city, you go to Bahîa Magdalena for a whale-watching
excursion during the annual migration, of a private party
at La Paz in the Governors Mansion.
Although mostly overlooked by the Spanish, by the 50's and 60's Baja, and Cabo San Lucas specifically, had become a sought after spot for deep sea fishing enthusiasts. The surreal rock formations at Land's End give way to an untouched beach on the other side. And a nature preserve lies only minutes from the harbor.
February's Carnival is the third largest in the entire
world, and should not be missed. Mazatlan,
the largest ocean port city second to Acapulco,
entices tourists with 15 miles of sun drenched beaches
and beautiful weather. This place, while popular, is never
too crowded and is very affordable. Two miles of untainted
beach separate the Zona Dorada, or Golden Zone
from the busy port to the north, which processes tons
of shrimp annually.
The afternoon church bells will bring you out of your reverie as you remember that people live and work here every day. Stop by the market and strike up a conversation. Old and young, the people here have stories to tell and the faces and names will punctuate your visit with a warm human quality.
The oldest missionary church can be found in Loreto. This town is a nice break from the busier pace of other cruise ports. Enjoy a class on how to make ceviche, marinated fish in lime, and then enjoy it for lunch. Go for a few rounds of golf in the afternoon to work off the tortillas and salsa you also enjoyed.
From excellent food to the relaxed pace of beaches, you will never want to leave Mexico because you will wonder where you are going to find a meal and a drink like the one you just had back home. And you'll wish it were within driving distance because you'd likely be here every weekend if you could.
