Acapulco
Enjoy the playground of the Pacific from the sun-drenched beaches to the scintillating nightlife. Take in the famed La Quebrada Cliff Divers, shop the chic boutiques along the Costera or look for traditional Mexican handicrafts at the Mercado Municipal.
Attractions
When you're in Acapulco, don't miss the famous cliff divers. You can see them up close at La Quebrada, or watch from above at the Plaza Las Glorias Hotel Restaurant and Bar.
Activities
- Learn about the movie-star history of Acapulco and visit the exclusive and luxurious homes in the famous Las Brisas area.
- Step aboard the Shotover jet boat, and embark on a thrilling 30-minute, high-speed ride along the Papagayo River.
- Visit the famous Hotel Flamingo, where many movie stars of the '50s found refuge from the fast-paced life of Hollywood.
- Play a round of golf at the Mayan Palace Golf Course, surrounded by tropical plants and numerous hills and lakes.
Food
Delicious, authentic Mexican food is available everywhere in Acapulco. Seafood is another great bet. It's usually very fresh and fantastic.
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.
Carnival Carnival Pride on 11/09/08 · $569
Carnival Carnival Spirit on 11/28/08 · $699
Carnival Carnival Splendor on 10/05/08 · $1449
Carnival Carnival Freedom on 10/25/08 · $1299
Norwegian Cruise Line Norwegian Sky on 11/03/08 · $363
Norwegian Cruise Line Norwegian Jade on 01/16/09 · $1,268
Norwegian Cruise Line Norwegian Pearl on 12/14/08 · $736
Voyages of Discovery MV Discovery on 12/03/08 · $5195