Details About Huatulco

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A thriving port in the days of Sir Francis Drake, Huatulco has been reborn as an ultra-modern beach resort with world-class shopping and recreational opportunities. City planners have taken great care to blend the "new" Huatulco into its natural setting, and in fact most of the surrounding area has been set aside as a nature reserve.
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Attractions

Visit one of the Bays of Huatulco. There are nine individual bays along the coast, some of which are accessible only by boat. A local guide can show you the best spots for snorkeling and fishing, or if you'd like to see more than one bay, take a guided tour by motorized catamaran.

Activities

Go on a Bird-Watching Eco Tour along the Copalita River. The forest is filled with an incredible array of wildlife including iguanas and deer, spectacular flora and fauna, and even precious mahogany trees. Take a scenic drive through the bays of Chahue and Conejos, along the Copalita River and to the small town of La Crucecita. Explore the area on an off-road SUV adventure or comb the beaches on horseback.

Adventures

You'll find underwater adventures everywhere in Huatulco. For some of the area's best snorkeling head to either La Entrega Beach or Calcuta Bay, which earned the nickname Kings Beach because it was a favorite of King Juan Carlos I of Spain

Shopping

The main destination for shopping is La Crucecita. Here you'll find a traditional open-air market with everything from beautifully embroidered clothes to alebrijes, animals carved in wood. You may also want to visit the Handicraft Museum where you can purchase the works of local artisans that are displayed.

Currency

Mexico's currency is the peso (MXN). The $ sign is used to refer to pesos, so don't be shocked at the price tags. Any prices in U.S. dollars are listed as US$ or USD. Many hotels, restaurants and shops also accept major credit cards, which usually offer you a good exchange rate.

 
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