Places to Visit in Apodaca, Mexico, America

Places to Visit in Apodaca, Mexico, America

Apodaca is a city in Mexican state of Nuevo Leen positioned at the coordinates of 25°47′ N 100°11′ W. It is the 4th largest city of the state after Monterrey, Guadalupe, and San Nicolas de los Garza. Apodaca and its surrounding municipalities come under the Monterrey Metropolitan area. Apodaca municipality is spread over an area of 183.5 sq. km. placed 405 meters above sea level.

Apodaca is home to the country’s two major international airports and the headquarters of two renowned airlines. Apodaca is one of the industrial hubs of the state housing numerous manufacturing industries. Apodaca is also home to famous Las Cruces Golf and Country Club.

 

Etymology of Apodaca:

Apodaca was named in the honor of Bishop of Linares city, Dr. Salvador Apodaca (born in 1769 in Guadalajara city of Jalisco).  Apodaca was founded in 1585.

 

Connectivity to Apodaca:

Apodaca is located 20 km away from the state capital Monterrey and 930 km from Mexico City, the capital of Mexico. It is well served by two prominent airports of Mexico, General Mariano Escobedo International Airport and Del Norte International Airport, located 10 km and 20 km from the centre of the Apodaca city respectively.

Apodaca also has good connectivity with neighboring areas and nearby cities through roadways by regular bus services. Also tourists can hire car or bike for both local travel and to reach Monterrey and Guadalupe cities. Advance booking is offered.

 

Food and shopping in Apodaca:

The shopping centers in and around Apodaca include:

  • Plaza Cumbres
  • Galerias Monterrey
  • Plaza Fiesta Anahuac
  • Plaza Fiesta San Agustin

Famous restaurants in and around Apodaca include:

  • El Rey del Cabrito
  • Casa Oaxaca
  • La Huasteca
  • Taqueria Las Monjitas

 

Things to do in Apodaca:

Sport:

  • Fuerza Regia
  • Autenticos Tigres
  • Borregos Salvajes
  • Rayados

 

Other:

  • La Huasteca
  • El Potrero Chico
  • Parque Plaza Sesamo
  • Rio Santa Catarina
  • Lucha Libre

 

Places of interest in Apodaca:

General Mariano Escobedo International Airport:

General Mariano Escobedo International Airport is a nicely constructed airport situated 10 km away from the city centre. It draws large number of tourists and locals for its beautiful construction in all the days of the week.

 

Cerro del Obispado:

Cerro del Obispado is an ancient site offering great view of entire city and was earlier home of the Bishop de Monterrey. It also houses small regional history museum.

 

Macroplaza:

Macroplaza is the largest zocalo (central plaza) of Mexico located in Monterrey, about 20 km from Apodaca. It is home to different attractions including fountains, monuments, statues, gardens and is surrounded by Mexican History Museum, the Monterrey Contemporary Art Museum and Monterrey Cathedral.

 

Other places of interest in Apodaca include:

  • Del Norte International Airport
  • Cerro de la Silla
  • Cerveceria Cuahtemoc
  • Macroplaza
  • Puente de la Unidad San Pedro
  • Safari Parque Estrella
  • Presa de la Boca
  • Cascadas Cola de Caballo

 

Best time to visit Apodaca:

The months of dry season will be ideal time to travel Apodaca.

 

Accommodation options in Apodaca:

Apodaca is one of the developing cities in Mexico located 20 km away from third largest city of the country, Monterrey. The mid range hotels of Apodaca generally charge 25-30USD per person per night with all the basic facilities. The prominent hotels in Apodaca and Monterrey (20 km) are listed below:

  • Hampton Inn Monterrey Airport
  • BEST WESTERN PREMIER
  • Courtyard Monterrey Airport
  • Crowne Plaza Hotel
  • Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites
  • Fairfield Inn
  • Hotel Ibis Monterrey Airport
  • ONE Monterrey Aeropuerto
  • City Express Monterrey Aeropuerto
  • BEST WESTERN Monterrey Airport
  • Quinta Avenida
  • Hoteles Optima Express Monterrey Aeropuerto
  • ExtendedSuites Monterrey
  • Hotel Fundador
  • NH Monterrey
  • La Casa Del Barrio

Akumal Tourist Places to Visit in Akumal, Mexico, America

Akumal Tourist Places to Visit in Akumal, Mexico, America

Akumal is a small town situated between Playa del Carmen and Tulum towns in Tulum Municipality in Quintana Roo state of Mexico, about 100 km from the state largest city Cancun and 270 km from state capital Chetumal and 1560 km from the national capital Mexico City.

Akumal is famous for its two marvelous beaches that are located in the south and north end of the town with rare Green Sea Turtle habitat. Yal Ku Lagoon in the north of town is great to do snorkeling. Akumal is the location of ONDARTE International Artist Residency.

 

Geography of Akumal:

Akumal is sited at the coordinates of 20°24′00″ N 87°19′16″ W at an elevation of 11 meters.

 

Etymology and History of Akumal:

Mexican businessman, writer and archaeologist, Pablo Bush Romero was the founder of Akumal who founded it officially as a community for scuba divers in 1958. Hotel Club Akumal Caribe is one of the famous hotels in Akumal belonging to Akumal founder, Pablo Bush Romero’s family.

 

Connectivity to Akumal:

Cancun International Airport is the nearest major airport to Akumal placed about 90 km away from Akumal. It has good connectivity with all the major cities of the country and Los Angeles, San Francisco, Washington and Chicago of America. Aeromexico is the major air service provider of Cancun International Airport.

Some shuttle operators from airport to Akumal include:

  • Cancun Limo
  • Discovery Mundo
  • Amstar Airport Transfers
  • Entertainment Plus

Cars and minibuses are ideal for local travel.

Food and Shopping in Akumal:

Shops are limited in Akumal but restaurants are plenty and the major restaurants are listed here below:

  • Cueva del Pescador
  • Lol Ha Restaurant
  • Cocina Economico
  • La Buena Vida
  • Que Onda

 

Things to do Akumal:

  • Snorkeling
  • Scuba diving
  • Cenote
  • Sunbathing

Places of interest in Akumal:

Akumal beaches:

Akumal has two stunning beaches that are in the north and south ends of the town. Both these beaches are home to endangered Green Sea Turtle habitat. Warm blue-green water and great snorkeling activity gives an unforgettable experience to the visitors.

 

Xel-Ha Ecological Center:

Xel-Ha Ecological Center is placed at the edge of Akumal bay. It is an ideal place to learn on ecology, native species and environmental events of Akumal.

 

Riviera Maya Golf Club:

Riviera Maya Golf Club is a stunning site with very green landscape, located few kilometers away from the town centre. Tourists can reach it by bus or rental car.

 

Other places of interest in Akumal are as follows:

  • Dos Ojos Scuba Dive Shop
  • Aktun Chen
  • Cenote Santa Cruz
  • Half Moon Bay
  • Yal-ku Lagoon
  • Hekab Be Biblioteca de Akumal
  • El Pueblito Minisuper
  • Playa Akumal
  • Uxuxubi Al Natural

 

Best time to visit Akumal:

The best months to visit Akumal are May, November, and December.

 

Accommodation options in Akumal:

Akumal is a town with full of resorts and lodges with all the latest amenities and services. Apart from providing top class accommodation, resorts also offer authentic Mexican cuisines and delicacies at reasonable prices. List of major hotels in Akumal include:

  • Grand Bahia Principe
  • Luxury Bahia Principe Sian Kaan Don Pablo Collection
  • Las Casitas Akumal
  • Grand Palladium Kantenah Resort and Spa
  • Grand Bahia Principe Tulum
  • Grand Palladium Colonial Resort & Spa
  • Akumal Beach Resort
  • Oasis Tulum
  • Hotel Akumal Caribe
  • Grand Oasis Tulum
  • Grand Sirenis Riviera Maya Hotel & Spa
  • Grand Palladium White Sand Resort & Spa
  • Vista del Mar Hotel
  • Grand Palladium Riviera Resort & Spa
  • Dreams Tulum Resort & Spa
  • Grand Sirenis Mayan Beach Resort & Spa

Tourist Places to Visit in Acapulco, Mexico, America

Tourist Places to Visit in Acapulco, Mexico, America

Acapulco is a city and seaport located in Guerrero state in Mexico at the physical coordinates of 16°51′49″ N 99°52′57″ W, about 300 km southwest of the national capital Mexico City. It has the largest beach of Mexico and is the largest city in Guerrero state, situated about 105 km from the state capital Chilpancingo.

Acapulco is one of the top tourist centers in the country widely known for its stunning beach and luxurious resorts that accommodate Hollywood stars and millionaires.

 

Geography of Acapulco:

The municipality of Acapulco covers an area of 1,880.60 sq. km. and metro area occupies 85 sq. km. at an altitude of 30 meters.

 

Etymology of Acapulco:

Acapulco got its name from the Nahuatl language word ‘Aca-pol-co’, and its literal meaning is ‘where were destroyed away the reeds’. Acapulco was founded in the year 1520.

 

How to reach Acapulco?

Acapulco is served by General Juan N. Alvarez International Airport (Acapulco International Airport), located around 28 km from the heart of the city. The air services are operated by Aeromar, Aeromexico, Aeromexico Connect, United Express and other airlines. It takes around 45 minutes from Acapulco to Mexico City.

There are frequent VIP bus services provided by Estrella de Oro to Acapulco from Mexico City costing 520 pesos. General buses cost 395 pesos and take 5-5 1/2 hours to reach.

 

Food and shopping in Acapulco:

There are many shopping centers and restaurants in Acapulco with a variety of pizza and burgers and the major food corners include:

  • Casanova
  • La Perla
  • Sanborn’s
  • 100% Natural

 

Things to do in Acapulco:

  • Snorkeling
  • Jumping
  • Diving
  • Biking
  • Golf courses
  • Night clubs

 

Places of interest in Acapulco:

La Quebrada Cliff Divers:

La Quebrada Cliff Divers is a must see in Acapulco. There are cliff divers jump from the big rock to deep water. 1PM, 7:30PM, 8:30PM and 9:30PM are the show times. La Perla restaurant caters viewers and offer a great view of the divers spot.

 

Isla de la Roqueta:

Isla de la Roqueta is one of the magnificent beaches in Acapulco. It can be reachable by water taxi from Caleta Beach, costing around $3.50 USD per way. Isla de la Roqueta is famous for its snorkeling activity.

 

Zocalo:

Zocalo is a town square of Acapulco with cool, shady and peaceful environment. It is home to two fountains, Acapulco’s cathedral and plenty of top class food corners. During the night time it will be very colorful.

 

Other places of interest in Acapulco are as follows:

  • Pie de la Cuesta
  • Puerto Marquez
  • Capilla de la Paz
  • Mural Diego Rivera
  • El Fuerte de San Diego
  • Punta Diamante
  • Barra Vieja Beach
  • Acapulco Historical Museum
  • Costera
  • La Catedral
  • Isla La Roqueta
  • Centro Cultural de Acapulco
  • Club de Yates
  • Laguna de Tres Palos
  • Bahia de Puerto Marques
  • Parque Papagayo
  • Hornos Beach

 

Best time to visit Acapulco:

The months of April, May, October and November will be best time to enjoy holidays in Acapulco.

 

Accommodation options in Acapulco:

Acapulco is a port city famous for its stunning beaches and accommodation centers. Hotels provide all types of comfort and hospitality towards visitors who book rooms in such hotels in Acapulco. The prominent hotels in Acapulco are as follows:

  • Etel Suites
  • Acapulco Malibu
  • Emporio Acapulco Hotel
  • Boca Chica Hotel
  • Holiday Inn Acapulco La Isla
  • Acapulco Diana
  • Hotel Encanto
  • Banyan Tree Cabo Marques
  • The Grand Mayan Acapulco
  • Las Brisas
  • Mayan Palace
  • Fiesta Americana Villas
  • Elcano Hotel
  • Hacienda Vayma
  • One Acapulco Costera
  • Crowne Plaza Acapulco
  • Real Bananas Hotel & Villas
  • Hotel Los Flamingos
  • Las Torres Gemelas Private Suites

Best Tourist Places to Visit in Mexico, America

Best Tourist Places to Visit in Mexico, America

Mexico is a North American country geographically positioned at19°26′ N 99°08′ W, is the 5th largest nation in the America and the 13th largest sovereign country in the globe with an area of around 1,972,550 sq. km. Mexico is the 2nd most populous country in Latin America and the 11th most populous nation in the world. Mexico is made up of 31 states and a Federal District (Mexico City).

Mexico City is the capital and largest city and Mexican Peso is the currency of Mexico. The national language of Mexico is Spanish. The major cites of Mexico are:

  • Mexico City
  • Acapulco
  • Cancun
  • Guadalajara
  • Mazatlan
  • Monterrey
  • San Luis Potosi
  • Taxco

 

Geography of Mexico:                                                       

Mexico is surrounded by United States in the north, Pacific Ocean towards south and west, Gulf of Mexico in the east and Guatemala, Belize, and the Caribbean Sea towards southeast.

 

History of Mexico:

The history of Mexico dates back to 23,000 years ago when the first human settlement was traced. Mexico was conquered by the Spanish in the year 1521 who ruled for almost 300 years. The independence of Mexico was proclaimed on September 16, 1810 from Spain and recognized on September 27, 1821.

 

How to reach Mexico?

Benito Juarez International Airport is one of the most important airports of Mexico located in Mexico City is well connected with almost all of the major cities of the America and selected cities of other continents of the world and is served by Aeromar, Aeromexico, Aeromexico Connect and many other renowned airlines.

The major bus operators between Mexican and USA cities include:

  • Omnibus Mexicanos
  • El Expresso
  • Turimex Internacional
  • Autobus Americanos

Mexico is also connected with surrounding countries by train and boat. Bus, car and train are the main transportation options to move within Mexican cities.

 

Culture, Food and Shopping in Mexico:

The culture of Mexico is the blend of indigenous culture and the culture of Spain. Mexico is ranked the most populous Spanish-speaking nation in the world.

The cuisine of Mexico is famous for diverse flavors, different spices and decoration. Pozole, tamales, carnitas and menudo are some very popular Mexican dishes.

Mexico City is the capital city of the Mexico housing plenty of large and wide malls, restaurants and entertainment centers all around.

 

Places of interest in Mexico:

Chapultepec Park and Zoo:

Chapultepec Park and Zoo is located in the centre of Mexico City featuring museum, zoo and many other class attractions.

 

National Museum of Anthropology:

National Museum of Anthropology is considered as one of the best museums in the world. Pedro Ramirez Vazquez was the designer of the museum, constructed in 1960.

 

San Carlos Museum:

San Carlos Museum is home to the most of the best paintings of Mexico from the 15th and 16th century. It is placed in Centro Historico of Mexico City.

 

Other places of interest in Mexico are as follows:

  • Plaza Garibaldi-Mariachi
  • Viveros de Coyoacan
  • Plaza de las Tres Culturas
  • Museum of Modern Art
  • Dolores Olmedo Museum
  • Plaza Garibaldi-Mariachi
  • Rufino Tamayo Museum
  • Casa Mural Diego Rivera
  • National Art Museum
  • Basílica de Guadalupe
  • Leon Trotsky Museum
  • La Catedral

 

Best time to visit Mexico:

Throughout the year is best, especially from March to May will be ideal to visit Mexico.

 

Accommodation options in Mexico:

Mexico is one of the largest countries in the world well known for its large hospitality industry. Mexico City is the capital city of the country housing plenty of hotels categorizing from budget to top end. The rates for hotel room may differ on the facilities provided by the hotels. Lists of budget, mid range and luxury hotels in Mexico City include:

 

Budget:

  • Hotel Virreyes
  • Hostel Mexico City
  • Hotel Rio de Janeiro
  • Hotel Habana

 

Mid range:

  • Dos Casas B&B
  • Hotel Suites Amberes
  • Casa Conde B&B
  • El patio 77 B&B
  • Holiday Inn Zocalo
  • Hotel Majestic

 

Top end:

  • Four Seasons Mexico City
  • Hotel Rioja
  • Live Aqua Bosques Mexico City
  • Hotel Camino Real Polanco Mexico
  • Presidente Intercontinental Mexico City
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