The main water sports that Loreto offers are sailing, water skiing, kayaking, fly and sport fishing. Sailing trips can be taken to either Coronado Island and Carmen Island. Coronado Island offers a more scenic view, while Carmen Island is a
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Must-see family-friendly sights near the Port of Loreto are the towns of San Javier and Mulege. San Javier is about a 70- to 90-minute drive west from the port, where you will find a mission town that dates back to
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Located in the center region of the Mexican state of Baja California, the Port of Loreto is in a relatively safe zone. However, you should be aware of your surroundings at all times. Avoid bringing unnecessary attention to yourself by
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There are two main opportunities for sailing from the Port of Loreto. The first is to Coronado Island, which is a small islet north of Loreto. From the port is about a 1 hour to 1.5 hours by sailboat each
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There are several sport and fly fishing opportunities in Loreto. Keep in mind that a typical fishing expedition starts at about 4 a.m. and ends about 1 p.m. Most charter companies will supply the equipment and the fishing licenses. However,
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Most beaches are within walking distance from the Cabo San Lucas Cruise Port. The main beach of Cabo is right next to the port on the bay. From that beach, you will be able to look Land's End Beach across
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Depending on your age, there are 2 main options for party restaurants near the Cabo San Lucas Cruise Port. If you're in your early 20s, then head to the Mango Deck Beach Club, which has one of the craziest party
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While there are many residents and visitors from English-speaking countries, Cabo San Lucas Cruise Port offers a limited number of English-speaking staff. Most English-speaking workers are recruited to work for the many private companies around the cruise port. As a
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At the Cabo San Lucas Cruise Port you can use Mexican Pesos and US dollars at all times. Keep in mind that if you use US dollars, most retailers and businesses will not use the official exchange rate but often
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In Cabo San Lucas, a better question would be what bars are not near the port? The must-try bar near the port is Happy Ending Cantina, located within walking distance from the port at Marina Boulevard 22 (between Sammy Haggar's
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If you're looking for a rowdy crowd and great drink specials throughout the day, it is a good idea to avoid Senor Frog's bar and restaurant, which is just a 6-minute taxi drive north from the Mazatlan Port on the
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There is only one main flea market in Mazatlan. From the Mazatlan Port you can get to the Centro Historico (Historic Center) in just about 5 to 8 minutes by taxi, depending on the traffic. Around the Centro Historico, you
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It is a good idea to visit the Centro Historico (Historic Center), which is just a 5-minute taxi drive south from the port. A useful landmark for your taxi driver is the Machado Square, from where you can start visiting
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If you are looking for a great souvenir to please even the most picky friend, then it is a good idea to buy a souvenir made out of silver. When buying silver around the Mazatlan Port, it pays to buy
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It is easy to get around the Mazatlan Port. The port has modern facilities to accommodate the great number of cruise ships that visit this port every year. The port is just a short 5-minute cab ride from most hotels
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Rio Cuale is well known in Puerto Vallarta for both its popular flea market and its great variety of restaurants. From the cruise ship port, you will need to jump on the MEX 200 highway (Puerto Vallarta - Xalisco) and
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Mismaloya Beach was made famous by being the setting of several scenes of the film "The Night of the Iguana." You can get there 2 ways. First, you could hire a taxi cab from anywhere in Puerto Vallarta and, for
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The closest beaches to the Puerto Vallarta cruise port are all the ones available along Bahia de Banderas (Banderas Bay). Keep in mind at what stop you land. There is one by the Paradise Village Beach and Resort and another
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The biggest and best place for shopping in Cabo San Lucas is the Puerto Paraiso Mall on El Medano Ejidal street. This shopping mall is right next to the port (known as the "marina" by locals). There you will find
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One of the greatest things about the Cabo San Lucas port (known as the "marina" by locals) is that some of the best bars are within walking distance from the port. Solomon's Landing Restaurant (Blvd. Marina # 9) is a
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The port of Acapulco is located on the west coast of Mexico, about 300 miles south of Mexico City. This beautiful harbor contains a four mile stretch of breathtaking beaches and mountains. Acapulco is a popular port for cruise
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The Acapulco Port, a major seaport in Mexico, sits on a deep, semi-circular bay which serves as a popular port of call for cruise lines. Acapulco is a tourist resort, catering to sun and fun for cruisers and other
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More and more people are getting on an exciting ride on one of the many exciting Mexico cruises. Instead of an all-inclusive resort or hotel, the best way to experience the vibrant Mexican culture is through an exciting Mexico
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Travelers will enjoy the spectacular seaside cities and experience the vibrant Mexican culture with a Mexican Riviera cruise. Located in the western coast of Mesico, the Mexican Riviera is a group of several cities which includes Ensenada, California Sur,
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In the Mexican state of Colima on the Pacific coast is the semi-modern Manzanillo port of call, Mexico's busiest port. The city, which has a population of approximately 115,000 is known as cruise and resort destination as well as
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Many travelers that make a stop at the Topolobampo Port soon realize that there are plenty of stunning landscapes in this part of Mexico. Found in the state of Sinaloa, this town is 20 kilometers from other small towns,
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When taking a cruise vacation to Mexico, many travelers love their stop at the popular Mazatlan Port. This ideal beach resort area offers plenty of historical attractions, exciting outdoor fun, and local entertainment for couples, families and individual tourists
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The port of Zihuatanejo is the fourth largest city in Mexico's state of Guerrero. The name Zihuatanejo means "place of women" because long ago it was a matriarchal society. Zihuatanejo was mentioned in the prison movie The Shawshank Redemption
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The Puerto Vallarta Port in Mexico is a quaint fishing village with a rich heritage, and culture. Whether you like to go horseback riding in the waves, or whether you prefer to just sit on one of the many
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Puerto Chiapas is a relatively new port of call. The culturally diverse Chiapas port of call is located near the border of Guatemala and has one of the highest gross domestic products per capita in all of Mexico. Puerto
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After docking in Loreto Port, cruise ship guests are welcomed to shore for fun adventures with horseback riding, golf, sport fishing and sailing the tranquil Sea of Cortez. Unlike many other travel destinations, Loreto, Mexico offers a warm climate
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Docking at the Huatulco Port is one way to enjoy clear blue waters, beautiful beach spots, and ideal weather. This Mexican hot spot offers nine different bays, phenomenal scenery and plenty of fun activities for couples and families alike.
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Here's a port guide for Guaymas, Mexico. In the Mexican state of Sonora on a small bay in the Gulf of California lies the Guaymas port of call. This relatively new port is the second largest on Mexico's Pacific
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Known for its stellar beaches and sunny weather, the La Paz Port is an ideal docking point for many cruise ship travelers. While this part of Mexico is not specifically known as a resort, there are plenty of beautiful
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Although you may not have heard the name Ensenada before it doesn't mean that this port has nothing to offer tourists. There are plenty of shopping, dining, and sightseeing opportunities here. Ensensada is known as the "Cinderella of the Pacific"
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For a variety of fun ways to spend a day, Cabo San Lucas Port is an excellent choice. Cabo San Lucas, more aptly named simply "Cabo," is located at the tip of the Baja Peninsula. This seaside cruise port
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The bay of Acapulco and its ports of call sit on the Pacific coast of Mexico. Acapulco has been steadily gaining in popularity as a tourist destination in the past years as the government has invested a large sum
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