IXTAPA-ZIHUATANEJO

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo, one of Mexico’s most beautiful beach destinations and a great place to purchase Mexico property, is located on the Pacific coast, in the state of Guerrero, 245 km (152 mi) northwest of Acapulco.  The climate is hot, with an average year-round temperature of 28º C (82º F).

Nestled between the Sierra Madre mountains and the Pacific ocean, the area consists of the modern tourist resort of Ixtapa, with quality hotels and a marina with more than 600 berths, and the picturesque town of Zihuatanejo, which has the feel of a traditional old-world Mexican fishing village.

In Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo you can enjoy gorgeous protected beaches, which are ideal for windsurfing, scuba diving along coral reefs, and for families due to their smooth waters and lack of waves, such as La Ropa and Playa Linda. Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo is a popular sport fishing destination, especially fishing for the abundant sailfish in the local waters. Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo also hosts the Zihuatanejo Annual International Sailfish Tournament in May.

Also on offer in the area is camping and hiking through the lush vegetation, and at the Club de Golf Palma Real you can observe wildlife where you can spot crocodiles and eagles, and also participate in wildlife conservation programs to help protect endangered species.  Whether for a vacation home or to retire, this is a wonderful place to purchase Mexico property. 

Acapulco is one Mexico’s most important and famous beach resorts, offers some of the most sought after and amazing Mexico property to be found, and also a major port.  Located on the Pacific coast, 395 kilometers (245 miles) from Mexico City, the climate is warm and humid with temperatures ranging from 22º C (72º F) to 33º C (91º F) with a high majority of clear, sunny days all year round.

 Acapulco is popular with tourists for its beautiful deep semi-circular bay, one of the best in the world, its calm beach waters, the high quality established hotel and resort industry, and the city’s unbeatable nightlife, which offers one of the hottest playgrounds among Mexican vacation destinations. It is a major stop for cruise ship liners.  Making this a very popular destination to buy a Mexico property vacation home.

La Isla de la Roqueta (Roqueta Island) is a great place for scuba diving and relaxation, most commonly reached by glass-bottom boats, offering an exciting boat ride. The famous La Quebrada is a stunning cliff face which is popular for daring cliff divers to perform their impressive jumps into the waters below. Also popular in Acauplco are such adventure sports as parasailing, paragliding, and bungee jumping. Due to its location, nestled between the stunning bay and the majestic mountains, the views will not disappoint.

Popular beaches are Pie de la Cuesta, known for its spectacular sunsets, and Puerto Marques, with it beautiful bay and calm waters. And the Barra Vieja is where you can enjoy delicious seafood dishes prepared in traditional Mexican restaurants.

Acapulco certainly still has the 'hollywood' feel to it.  Once a playground for the rich and famous, there are some wonderful examples of stunning Mexico property to be found here.

Originally called Taxco de Alarcon, the silver capital of Mexico is located in Mexico’s southern region, 151 km (93 mi) south of Mexico City.  The climate is warm and humid, with an average year-round temperature of 19º C (66º F).

Considered one of Mexico’s most picturesque towns, this antique silver-mining town is situated on a steep hillside approximately 1800 meters above sea level, and offers charming cobblestone streets lined with whitewashed houses with red tile roofs, and beautiful colonial buildings.  Notably the most stunning attraction within the city is the Catedral de Santa Prisca (Santa Prisca Cathedral), one of the most impressive examples of baroque architecture found in Mexico.  Also of interest is the Humboldt and Borda houses, the Viceregal Art Museum, and the Silver Museum where you will find incredible silver jewelry and other such objects on show.  Silver-mining has long been a vital part of Taxco’s economy, but in more recent times the city is more renowned for its high quality silverwork, which attracts a large number of tourists to the region throughout the year.

Taxco has some wonderful natural settings such as the Grutas de Cacahuamilpa (Cacahuamilpa Caverns), which are ideal for cave diving, and the Alejandro Humboldt National Park, which is popular for hiking.

 Whether looking to purchase Mexico property for a vacation getaway or to live and work, or even to retire, you will find all your Mexico property needs here at Reside Mexico.