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Mexico’s Western Pacific region includes the states of Nayarit, Jalisco, Colima and Michoacán. It is known for a generally mild climate (except for the coast) and some very nice beaches.
Jalisco is known for its bustling capital of Guadalajara, the city which gave Mexico not only Mariachi music but Tequila as well. It features some marvelous colonial architecture, including some particularly interesting government buildings, theaters and religious buildings. ?It also offers some of the best golf courses in Mexico. The beach resort town of Puerto Vallarta is also in Jalisco state. Mismaloya Beach is known for celebrity sightings, and the malecón (boardwalk) is a great place for a stroll. Puerto Vallarta is a well-known stop on the cruise ship circuit.
The state of Nayarit is an often-overlooked visitor destination. Some of the highlights include Mexcaltitán Island, a popular spot home to wildlife and interesting flora, and Vallarta-Nayarit, a long stretch of gorgeous beaches. The small towns along the Nayarit coast are home to world-class fishing and many annual tournaments are held there. The historic city of San Blas is a dreamy visitor destination you won’t want to leave.
Colima is a tiny state—one of Mexico’s smallest—but it nevertheless has much to see and do. El Nevado de Colima is a picturesque mountain popular with hikers and photographers, and active El Volcán de Fuego (Fire Volcano) as also a popular attraction. On the coast, Manzanillo is a posh resort known as “The Sailfish Capital of the World.” Manzanillo boasts many fine hotels, restaurants and beaches.
Michoacán is a beautiful region of the country. The capital, Morelia, is a stunning city with colonial architecture and pleasant places to stroll. Nearby, the El Rosario Monarch Reserve is an unforgettable trip: millions of butterflies covering everything…even visitors! There are several important national parks in this state as well. The Day of the dead celebration in Pátzcuaro draws visitors from around the world.
The Best Beaches of the Western Pacific
Playa Linda
This beach in Ixtapa is frequented by the locals. Busses go back and forth all day for about sixty cents. Patio chairs, tables, and beach umbrellas can be rented for about $5 to $10 for the ...Ixtapa, Mexico
Isla Ixtapa
The beach at Isla Ixtapa is Ixapa’s version of Playa Las Gatas in Zihuatanejo. It is very popular and filled with restaurants, beach chairs, umbrellas and families having a good time. Because it ...Ixtapa, Mexico
Playa Del Palmar
This beautiful white sand beach is lined with all of the area’s big resorts. Resort-goers are plentiful, and the chairs set up along the beach are for them. There are public entrances to the beach, ...Ixtapa, Mexico
Top Restaurants in Western Pacific Mexico
Tokai
Looking for quality sushi at a good price? Tokai is your answer. They offer a variety of sushi, sashimi, and rolls, as well as tempura, and other Japanese treats. The bestidita roll ...Guadalajara, Mexico
El Sacramonte
It’s hard to go wrong when deciding what to order at El Sacromonte. A variety of rich appetizers such as the quesadillas las cibeles, are highly recommended along with entrees such as the ...Guadalajara, Mexico
El Sacramonte
It’s hard to go wrong when deciding what to order at El Sacromonte. A variety of rich appetizers such as the quesadillas las cibeles, are highly recommended along with entrees such as the ...Guadalajara, Mexico
La Bodega de la Vaca
As do most Argentinean restaurants, La Bodega boasts meat. They offer many different cuts and styles of meat all cooked in the style of Buenos Aires. The décor is all wooden, so it offers ...Guadalajara, Mexico
La Bodega de la Vaca
As do most Argentinean restaurants, La Bodega boasts meat. They offer many different cuts and styles of meat all cooked in the style of Buenos Aires. The décor is all wooden, so it offers ...Guadalajara, Mexico
La Chata
This is one of the best places in the city for traditional Mexican dishes from all over Mexico. Enjoy chicken with mole (pronounced mo-lay) sauce which a delightful mixture of chilies and ...Guadalajara, Mexico
La Chata
This is one of the best places in the city for traditional Mexican dishes from all over Mexico. Enjoy chicken with mole (pronounced mo-lay) sauce which a delightful mixture of chilies and ...Guadalajara, Mexico
Scratch Do Ouro
Make sure to be very, very hungry before deciding to dine at this Brazilian restaurant. As long as the hourglass shaped block on your table is turned to green, they will continue to serve a ...Guadalajara, Mexico
Scratch Do Ouro
Make sure to be very, very hungry before deciding to dine at this Brazilian restaurant. As long as the hourglass shaped block on your table is turned to green, they will continue to serve a ...Guadalajara, Mexico
Mariscos Terranova
Seafood in Mexico is a lunch option, and these restaurants are generally not open for supper. This popular place is crowded on Sundays, so make sure to get there in plenty of time to wait for ...Guadalajara, Mexico
Tres Cuartos
One of Guadalajara’s best steak restaurants, this place won’t let you down. During the week it is not very crowded, but on weekends there are a lot more people there. The quality ...Guadalajara, Mexico
Hotels of the Western Pacific
Las Brisas
Ixtapa's Las Brisas Hotel sits a top a hill overlooking the crystal blue waves of the Pacific Ocean. A large, stone, circle drive prefaces the entrance to the hotel which has no doors. In fact, save ...Ixtapa, Mexico
Casa VilaSanta
Located downton, Casa VilaSanta is a place to stay for a few nights or a few months. Share a room and bathrooms or get your own. Each of the rooms is very clean, comfortable and beautifully ...Centro, Guadalajara, Mexico
Hotel Hamilton
If you want a clean, cheap hotel, this place is good. You get a bed, a sink, a shower, a toilet and a closet. It is in a great area to walk around and experience the city. The people who work ...Centro, Guadalajara, Mexico
Hotel Presedente Intercontinental
As one of Ixtapa’s all-inclusive resorts, it holds the guest in the lap of luxury. The beds are luxuriously comfortable and the views of the ocean and pools are peaceful. It is a large resort so ...Ixtapa, Mexico
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