DECEMBER 2008
Acapulco (Guerrero)

As the most popular tourism destination in Mexico, Acapulco has both the high quality installations and the experience to make your visit memorable. From the incredible water-sports to the world-famous nightlife, and from the family resorts to the luxury condominiums, Acapulco has everything it needs to remain the leading resort destination on the Pacific coast.

The state of Guerrero also offers plenty of destinations for daytrips or weekend excursions. Taxco, about 4 hours inland, is the renowned silverwork capital of Mexico, and the definitive destination for silver-shopping. Other attractions include the underground labyrinth grotto known as Grutas de Cacahuamilpa, as well as Chilpancingo. If travelling with the kids, you will not want to miss on the excitement of Magic World Aquatic Park or Delfiniti, an open dolphin aquarium where visitors can observe and learn all about this fascinating sea mammal.
Recent years have seen the growth of Acapulco Diamante, a new high-end development complete with modern and luxury hotels, condos and golf courses. Yet the biggest and best news of the year for this part of Acapulco came with the opening of the spectacular Mundo Imperial. This development unveiled in May 2008 will feature posh installations offering the best conditions for exclusive services. Apart from the convention and exhibition center Expo Imperial, the complex will also boasts Casa Imperial, a 800-room resort with 5 international cuisine restaurants. The complex will also offer a full range of sophisticated massages and therapies at the Sol Imperial Spa, as well as an Asian-style garden carefully designed to practice rejuvenating exercises such as yoga or tai-chi.
http://www.mundoimperial.com.mx/

The food scene in Acapulco is not to be missed either. Here is a list of some of the best restaurants in town:

Baikal Restaurant Classic French techniques, served with an Asian touch. 5 Star Diamond Award for four years in a row from the American Academy of Hospitality Sciences. Reservations: 011+52(744) 446-6867 or visit www.baikal.com.mx

Zuntra Mediterranean, Mexican and Asian dishes, in a unique boardwalk location. Reservations: 011+52 (744) 446-5601 or visit www.zuntra.com.mx

El Olvido On Plaza Marbella, the best in Mexican fare in a contemporary ambience. Reservations: 011+52 (744) 481-0203 or visit www.elolvido.com.mx

Zibu Restaurant Mixing East Asian and Mexican cuisines, Zibu is a Mextai seafood grill and bar overlooking the Acapulco Bay. Reservations: 011+52 (744) 433-3058 or visit www.zibu.com.mx

Crowne Plaza Acapulco Executive Chef Manuel Martinez was named IHG "Best of the Best Head Chef" in 2005 and the property has been classified as a AAA Diamond property in 2006 and 2007. Reservations: 011+52 (744) 440-5555 or visit www.cpacapulco.com.

For a comprehensive list of accommodation in the Acapulco area, visit:
www.visitacapulco.com.mx/english/hoteles.php

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