Is A Trip To Ixtapa On Your Mind?

The Ixtapa coastal resort lies in the state of Guerrero within the municipality of Jose Azueta. Once the site of a coconut plantation the resort was developed during the 1970's. It offers modern resort facilities in the vicinity of the traditional environment of the nearby town of Zihuatanejo. The main attractions are supported by a protected bay.

Ixtapa area with several modern resort facilities serves as a contrast to its nearest neighbor. No matter your preference or your budget, you will find in Ixtapa a place to settle in for your trip. This venue offers visitors a different pace recharge their spirits with some relaxation or the enjoyable rigors of fishing. For Sports fishing afficianados there are regional fish varieties to test their skills. You may even try fishing with no prior skills as able guides are on hand to support your efforts.

Traveling to Ixtapa

The Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo International Airport is about half an hour by car from the municipality. In the tourist season which stretches from November to April, direct flights to the airport nearby are available from certain locations. You will have to check about this option when you start looking into what mode of transport will be most efficient and preferable for your needs. Otherwise you will need to travel via the Mexico City Aeropuerto Internacional Benito Juarez. From there find out how to go to the bus station to catch a bus to your destination. A bus trip is usually eight hours from Mexico City to Ixtapa. You may want to purchase a ticket for a ride on one of the luxurious coaches which show movies on the way and serve you food and drink. Or, if you prefer to drive, you can travel on the Autopista Del Sol or Autopista Siglo XXI to your destination. Please call your resort for directions.

Food and entertainment available in Ixtapa or places nearby

Tourists will find plenty of food and entertainment choices offered by area resorts, nearby local towns or towns a little distance from them. Do book your tour in advance to make sure you are not booked out entertainment opportunities provided by the resorts for tourists . These include activities related to fishing and other water related programs as well as land based programs. Most of the restaurants and bakeries in Zihuatanejo are by the public market. There is shopping and art galleries in the area and other venues to browse. Nearby Playa Las Gatas may be reached by water taxi from Zihuatanejo for even more food and shopping on offer. On this holiday trip you will find that shopping and other daylight and after hours entertainment abound.

There are also two boating events that take place nearby. One occurs every October in nearby Petatlan. Another takes place in Zihuatanejo in January to benefit a children's school. Please explore on line information and confer with your travel agent to decide what to do for an enjoyable trip to Ixtapa. Online information can also direct you to resorts that are based in this region for further details.