Mexico Vacations - Ixtapa, Mexico

Ixtapa, is the most modern resort on Mexico 's west coast. Hotel offerings include a fine collection of deluxe properties. Besides being one of the best places to relax, Ixtapa keeps active guests on the go with its world-class golf, excellent tennis facilities, some of Mexico's best Pacific Coast diving, fishing and ocean swimming. Marina Ixtapa is a new set of nautical facilities on the oposite end of the boach from the hotels. The marina has over 600 yacht slips, private villas, restaurants, shops, a beach club, and tennis center. Recreational canals crisscross an 18-hole golf course, designed by Robert Von Haggue. Nearby Zihuatanejo, is a pleasant contrast to the glitz of Ixtapa. Zihuatanejo has comfortable, family- run inns, modestly priced hotels and bungalows, and three very special deluxe properties. With its seaside cafes, intriguing native markets, a pleasant seaside promenade, and centuries of tradition, the city is one of Mexico 's most fun to explore.

Getting around

You can walk to almost all spots around Ixtapa. If you are staying at any of the major hotels in Ixtapa, your are definitely walking distance for the nightlife in Ixtapa and a short cab ride from the more local attractions in Zihuatanejo. There are plenty of taxis, which for a fixed fee, will take you where they want to go. The fare for Ixtapa to Zihuatanejo is about $4.

Flights

International flights go to Zihuatanejo (ZIH). Many US airlines have added direct flight from the us, including American Airline, Continental and Alaska Air. Air Canada also offers direct flight from Canada . Otherwise, everything goes through Mexico City . From there it is a 20 minute cab ride into Ixtapa. You should take a taxi or a shared van from the yellow booth at the airport, so you don't get ripped off. The prices are posted.