Wednesday, May 30, 2012

Exploring Cozumel


Whether you are deciding where you will go on your next cruise or you’ve already picked a cruise with Cozumel as a port of call, you’ll find useful information about this captivating island in the Mexican Caribbean!

Weather
The weather won’t give you much of a reason to complain no matter when you are headed to Cozumel.  The year-round average for this tropical destination is 85°F!  August is the hottest month with an average temperature of 89°F during the day.  March is generally considered the “coolest” month at 82°F.  June is, on average, the wettest month of the year, closely followed by September.  Rainfall is moderate throughout the year. 

See the Sites
A trip to Cozumel wouldn’t be complete without checking out these great locations!

Tulum Ruins:
Dating back over one thousand years, these ruins were once the site of the Mayan’s most fortified city.  Here you can tour El Castello, a castle-like structure, perched atop 50 foot cliffs overlooking the Caribbean Sea.  You’ll want to take lots of pictures of the eye-catching curved columns with their spiral tails!  You can also see original Mayan artwork, with colors perfectly preserved, in the Temple of Frescoes.

Pristine White Beaches:
Cozumel is known for its pristine beaches and breathtaking azure waters!  You will find plenty of public or private beaches along Cozumel’s coasts.  Whether you want to snorkel, kayak, or simply relax and soak up some sun, these white, sandy beaches provide the perfect setting! 

Diving:
Cozumel is one of the world’s premier diving locations!  Whether you are an avid diver or new to the sport you’ll definitely want to add Cozumel to your dive log.  There are over 100 registered dive sites in the waters surrounding the island.  These include the world’s second largest reef and the popular Palancar Reef.

If scuba diving isn’t quite your style you can still check out the amazing marine life and scenery in an Atlantis submarine.  These submersible trips take you 100 feet below the surface to explore the Chankanaab Reef.  Sharks, sting rays, eels, turtles, and thousands of colorful fish will make their way through the water as you view them through the portholes. 

No matter which way you choose to do it, be sure to venture below the ocean surface!  If you don’t you will be missing out on the most spectacular scenery in all of Cozumel!

Shopping:
Located just minutes from the coast line, the 5th Avenue Pedestrian Mall is the place for shopping in Cozumel!  It offers a 2 ½ mile stretch of shops with everything from authentic Mexican handicrafts to designer goods!

You’ll love the location of this shopping mall!  It is within minutes of the coast line!

No matter what you choose to do while you are in Cozumel you will be certain to enjoy the unique culture and beauty of this Mexican hideaway!

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