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Ixtapa-Zihautanejo is one of the most beautiful tourist destinations on the Pacific coast of Mexico. Situated on the northeast coast of Guerrero state, the Ixtapa-Zijuantanejo area is composed of 17 kilometers of golden sand beaches, lagoons and islets. Its exceptional climate guarantees at least 330 sunny days a year with an average temperature of 28 degrees centigrade. With beautiful beaches, a comfortable tropical environment and the stunning backdrop of the Sierra Madre Occidental mountains, it has attracted tourists from all over the world for decades. Our vacation rental villas, homes and condominiums are located on the best beaches, such as Playa La Ropa, a beautiful area with homes distinguished by their amazing architecture, elegance and sophisticated ambiance that perfectly complement and enhance the equally incredible natural surroundings. The majority of the luxery hotels and vacation rental villas can be found in the Hotel Zone on Playa El Palmar. You will find that our vacation rentals are perfect for relaxing in absolute privacy with all the amenities to satisfy even the most sophisticated traveler.
Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo is made up of two towns, both colorful and interesting in their past history and present. Zihautanejo used to be a small fishing village, and dating from the prehispanic era, according to local legend, was the favorite vacation spot of a Tarasco Emperor (purepacha in the ancient nahuatl language). You can see evidence of this at Las Gatas beach, where said Purepacha Monarch had a wall contructed to create a natural pool that is incredibly still intact. The actual city of Zihuatanejo was founded in 1526 by carpinters sent by conquistador Hernan Cortes to construct three ships. Today, Zihautanejo is a city with approximately 40,000 inhabitants who proudly celebrate its rich and varied traditions, past and present. It still conserves the feeling of a small town with its quaint cobblestone streets in the center, colonial style houses and tipical coastal architecture. Whether you would like to meander through its picturesque historical center, delite in its delicious restaurants, visit bars or cafes or go shopping in the various markets and boutiques, you will find many opportunities for fun and action. You will be enchanted by the rich Mexican culture of Zihuatanejo and the hospitality and friendly nature of its people.
Ixtapa, quite exciting and different in many ways from Zihuatanejo, was created in the end of the the 1960’s and early 70’s, at the same time as Cancun. It has modern architecture with big avenues and luxery hotels, urban landscapes with gardens and elegant commercial centers with boutiques that offer the most well known international brand names, in addition to a fine variety of restaurants and galleries. Ixtapa is truly a world class international tourist destination! The Ixtapa marina has the capacity for more than one hundred yachts. It also boasts an amazing golf course and luxurious condominiums and gourmet restaurants that attract tourists from all over the world – it is the perfect place to see and be seen! The Ixtapa-Zihuatanajo area is a veritable paradise for those interested in aquatic sports, and in particular, for surfing. Thanks to its ocean breezes, the waves are incredible, and it becomes more and more poplular each year for both national and international surfers and surfing competitions. The best known surfing spots are Las Escolleras (los epigones) en Playa Palmar, Playa Linda, La Saladita, Loma Bonita, and at the end of Gatas Beach. Also considered by fishermen as one of the premium spots for sport fishing in the world, Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo hosts the International Sailfish (Pez Vela) Fishing Tournament and the Fly Release Challange. Its fabulous marine flora and fauna, including incredible coral reefs, are a delight for snorkelers and scuba divers and attracts many people from all over the world to dive in over 50 different spectacular locations.
For nature enthusiasts, Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo has many outdoor activities available to enjoy its varied flora and fauna, be in on horseback or mountainbike, rappeling down the waterfalls in the Sierra, kayaking in its rivers, or just exploring by foot and observing the regional animals in their natural habitat. In its principal lake and golf course lagoons, you can even see crocodiles! Another impressive attraction for nature lovers are the large quantities of regional birds, more than 320 different migratory and local species, like pelicans, sanates, calandrias, black crows and cranes....among others.Ixtapa-Zihautanejo is home to various impresssive and beautifully designed golf courses with international fame. With 18 holes, the Golf La Marina Course is not just for golfers, but nature lovers as well with its amazing tropical environment that will impact you with its beauty. Surrounded by palm trees and exhuberant tropical vegitation, The Palma Real Golf Course is also considered by golfers as one of the best in the world.
If you are looking for a great place for a family vacation, Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo won’t disappoint. Every summer, sport activities, cultural events and ecological excursions are designed for young people to have unforgettable experiences with their parents. Imagine liberating baby turtles at the beach with your kids....what a great and memorable way to spend time with your family on vacation in paradise! If you are celebrating your honeymoon or it is a romantic vacation you are looking for, Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo is the perfect place for spectacular sunsets, long walks on the beach, succulant dining and romance to enjoy your special time with that special person. Villa Experience Mexico can offer you a variety of beautiful and private beachfront vacation rental villas, residences and condos for an unforgettably romantic vacation. In addition, you will find a fine selection of sophisticated international restaurants and almost endless options for nightlife at bars and clubs in the area. Villa Experience Mexico not only offers the best vacation rental homes, villas, luxury residences and condominiums, but also incredible places for you to rent for any and all of your special occasions such as weddings, birthday parties, family reunions or business events. Let us help you to have the best vacation ever in Ixtapa-Zijuatanejo!
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