On an island with just one road, it's hard to get lost. This fun filled day pass includes a full day car rental for you to enjoy the entire island. Experience Faro Celarain EcoPark, Museums, San Gervasio Archeological Site, Downtown Cozumel and much more Day Pass Includes:
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Car Rental | Faro Celarain Eco Park This ecological reserve is an environmentally friendly park with a variety of attractions including a working lighthouse, coastal dunes, mangroves, reef, lagoon and beautiful beach. Explore and climb the winding stairs to the top for a beautiful view of the island. The base of the lighthouse features a museum with exhibitions of the island's nautical history. The famous Mayan ruin El Caracol, suspected to be an ancient lighthouse, can also be seen at Faro Celarain Eco Park. | |
Punta Morena Restaurant Located on a beautiful beach, Punta Morena Restaurant offers great views and great food such as fried fish, fresh ceviche and a host of Caribbean specialties. Hammocks and beach side service are also available to to let you enjoy the true island flavor. | San Gervasio Ruins The most important historical Mayan site on Cozumel and the largest Maya establishment found on the island to date. San Gervasio was a sacred Maya site. It was also a strategic site for commerce and politics in the area. This historical destination was a sanctuary to Ix Chel, the goddess of fertility. It was an obligatory pilgrimage for Mayas, once during their lifetime, to visit Ix Chel. | |
Shopping With a wide variety of merchandise ranging from beautifully crafted textiles, Mexican handcrafts, designer jewelry to duty-free perfumes and watches you are sure to find the perfect gift at one of the many shops found downtown. | Island Museum: Museo de la Isla The museum offers a look into the history of Cozumel. Interesting and educational information on the island's ecosystems and reefs, the geological evolution of the island, the Mayan legacy and its history. | |
Main Plaza: Parque Benito Juarez The main square was established at the turn of the 20th century and the clock tower (1925-1930) soon became the island's landmark. The town of San Miguel de Cozumel was built around the main square and has always been the traditional meeting place. | El Malecon and Flag Esplanade Cozumel's iconic seawall (El Malecon) was built in 1935. For decades, residents and visitors alike, have enjoyed an afternoon stroll while admiring the waving flag overhead. | |
Iglesia de San Miguel's (town church) Home to the precious statue of St. Michael the Archangel believed to have been deposited in Cozumel in 1518. The ivory statue sits on the alter and can be visited anytime. Written by: Steven Lorenzo http://www.islacozumeldaypass.com QB5RMYU9URT3 | Diver's Monument In 1961 Jacques Cousteau discovered the extent and beauty of the reefs of Cozumel and publicized it as one of the most beautiful scuba diving areas of the world. |
Isla Cozumel is the most popular day trip taken from Playa del Carmen and the Riviera Maya. Read about the activities available on the island and how best to enjoy them with an Isla Cozumel Day Pass. From beaches to national parks, shopping and activities will all be covered. Thank you for reading my blog and see you on the ferry to Isla Cozumel.
Saturday, January 30, 2010
Full Island Day Pass
Tuesday, January 19, 2010
Top 10 Reasons for a Day Trip to Isla Cozumel
1. The Weather:
Because it's an island in the Caribbean, Isla Cozumel receives the cool gentle trade winds. Sunny days and warm water abound with only the occasional passing shower. Heavy rains are rare and usually don't last very long.
2. The Food:
Because of the great diversity in cuisine, Isla Cozumel is a top leader in culinary discovery. One can find a great restaurant highlighting the cuisine from around the world.
3. The Shopping:
Some of the best shopping in all the Riviera Maya is in Isla Cozumel. to be had is in San Francisco. You can find design name brand watches. jewelry and perfumes at duty free prices. Great deals on .925 silver and designer diamonds. You’ll also find some obscure little known boutiques specializing in handcrafts, resort wear and national liquors like tequila and Kaluha.
4. The Walking:
Historic downtown Cozumel is a walking town so bring your walking shoes. On a self-guided walking tour down the famous "Malecon" seawall, can see the various monuments on your way to the main plaza where you'll find the clock tower. Downtown everything is always walking distance but if you need to hire transportation, a taxi fare within the downtown area is only about US$2.00.
5. Getting Here:
Accessible from Playa del Carmen on a 30 minute ferry ride is quick and comfortable. Air shuttles are also available from Playa del Carmen and Cancun.
6. The Culture and the people:
The proud people of Cozumel are always ready with a smile and a kind gesture. Unlike the rest of the Riviera, families have been living in Cozumel since the 1840's.
7. The Beaches:
Among the best in the world for many reasons. The water clarity, temperature, pink sand quality and calm water on the west side of the island contracted with dramatic ocean roar on the east make for spectacular beaches.
8. The National Parks:
There are three distinct national parks in Isla Cozumel. The underwater Reefs of Cozumel National Marine Park feature the world famous reefs. Faro Celarain Eco-Park includes a working lighthouse, beautiful beach, and a ecological reserve. Chankanaab National Park is full of activities in a natural setting. You can swim with dolphins, Snuba, SeaTrek, nature trail and a working Mayan house. All three parks offer excellent snorkeling and Scuba diving.
9. The History:
A colorful history through the millenia. Starting with the Maya, Isla Cozumel was home to the goddess Ixchel. People throughout the Mayan world had to make an obligatory journey to the island at least once in their lifetime. Later in history Hernan Cortez commenced his journey to rule Mexico from here. Shortly afterwards came the famous pirates like Henry Morgan and Jean Lafitte with hidden treasures. Isla Cozumel's current population came about during Mexico's battle of the Castilles. Isla Cozumel also played an important role in aviation. Charles Lindberg established the island as a stepping stone of air routes to Central and South America. The Museo de la Isla exhibit the island rich history.
10. The Isla Cozumel Day Pass
A self guided full day of fun includes round trip ferry, entrances to national parks and museum, dining, all on-island transportation and historic downtown Cozumel. Four different Day Passes to choose from. Day Passes can be purchased on the Internet at http://www.islacozumeldaypass.com or at your hotel in the Riviera Maya through your concierge or front desk.
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Written and posted by Steven Lorenzo, Senior Editor and Publisher
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Monday, January 18, 2010
Chankannab Day Pass
Beach, Dolphins, Snorkeling, Snuba, Scuba Diving, Mayan House and much more. This is why Cozumel is so famous... for the breathtaking turquoise waters, diverse wildlife and underwater adventures. Day Pass Includes:
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Chankanaab National Park
Other activities include beach, a working Mayan house, exotic gardens and prehispanic vestiges.
Chankanaab is the natural choice! | La Laguna Beach Grill
The most prominent restaurant inside prestigious Chankanaab National Park with a breathtaking view of the transparent turquoise Caribbean waters. Its superb lunch menu specializes in the freshest seafood and other tropical delights. Cool off under its beautiful palapa while enjoying the ocean breeze. You can spoil yourself and be pampered with beachside service while you bask in the sun. | |
Sea-Trek
Snuba
| Dolphin Discovery
More than 13 years of experience has gained the Dolphin Discovery Group the advantage of being the world-wide leader in interactive programs with marine animals. Explore Dolphin Discovery with the whole family and create memories that will last a lifetime! | |
Underwater Wonders Inside Chankanaab Park
Visit the 14 ft underwater statue of Christ and the smaller statue of the Virgin Mary. See coral heads and abounding fish-life as soon as you enter the water. Excellent shore snorkeling and Scuba diving. Depth: 20 ft maximum. | ||
Shopping
With a wide variety of merchandise ranging from beautifully crafted textiles, Mexican handcrafts, designer jewelry to duty-free perfumes and watches you are sure to find the perfect gift at one of the many shops found downtown. | Island Museum: Museo de la Isla
The museum offers a look into the history of Cozumel. Interesting and educational information on the island's ecosystems and reefs, the geological evolution of the island, the Mayan legacy and its history. | |
Main Plaza: Parque Benito Juarez
The main square was established at the turn of the 20th century and the clock tower (1925-1930) soon became the island's landmark. The town of San Miguel de Cozumel was built around the main square and has always been the traditional meeting place. | El Malecon and Flag Esplanade
Cozumel's iconic seawall (El Malecon) was built in 1935. For decades, residents and visitors alike, have enjoyed an afternoon stroll while admiring the waving flag overhead. | |
Iglesia de San Miguel's (town church)
Home to the precious statue of St. Michael the Archangel believed to have been deposited in Cozumel in 1518. The ivory statue sits on the alter and can be visited anytime. | Diver's Monument
In 1961 Jacques Cousteau discovered the extent and beauty of the reefs of Cozumel and publicized it as one of the most beautiful scuba diving areas of the world. |
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Monday, January 11, 2010
Historic Downtown Isla Cozumel Day Pass
From Playa del Camen and the Riviera Maya you must take a day trip to the town of San Miguel de Cozumel and enjoy a self-guided walking tour of its romantic and historic waterfront downtown.
Day Pass Includes:
• Round Trip Ferry to Isla Cozumel
• Self guided walking tour of the historic downtown
• Waterfront dining at famous Palmeras Restaurant (US$20.00 Meal Voucher)
• Entrance to the Island Museum
The cost is only $62.00 usd per person at http://www.islacozumeldaypass.com
Get an early start. This is a full day of fun. Bring a hat, sunglasses, camera, sun screen and comfortable walking shoes.
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Written and posted by Steven Lorenzo, Senior Editor and Publisher
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Isla Cozumel is Riviera Maya's Private Island
Only a 30 minute ferry ride from Playa del Carmen, is San Miguel de Cozumel. This is Isla Cozumel's historic downtown, the oldest city on the eastern Yucatan. Here you can find world class shops like Cartier, Mont Blanc, Lacoste, along with designer fragrances, watches and jewelry. The best news is that these items can be purchased here at duty-free prices.
Visitors to the Riviera Maya can go for a day trip and return with the memories of a lifetime. By purchasing a Isla Cozumel Day Pass at http://www.islacozumeldaypass.com, a full day of fun will include rount trip ferry, all on-island transportation, meal voucher, entrances to national parks and museums.
Isla Cozumel is Riviera Maya's private island. Expect fun and beautiful beaches and an historic downtown.
The Isla Cozumel Day Pass is also available through many concierges or front desks of hotels throughout the Riviera Maya and Playa del Carmen.
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Written and posted by Steven Lorenzo, Senior Editor and Publisher
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