Isla Mujeres Mexico
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Isla Mujeres is a secluded island paradise that offers unmatched beauty and charm. Just 7 kilometers away from Cancun across the turquoise waters of the channel, the perfect spot for a wonderful vacation. Almost 700 meters in the wider part and 7.5 kilometer long, your Isla Mujeres vacation will be synonymous of an unforgettable adventure starting at the main village dock and its colorful motorboats anchored among the harbor.
Easy to locate, easy to get. By car Isla Mujeres is just 50 minutes north of Cancun Airport and by express ferry 20 minutes from Cancun-Puerto Juarez with departures every 30 minutes between 5am and midnight on board modern sun deck & air conditioned fast boats.
Founded as Pueblo de Dolores in August 17, 1850, Isla Mujeres was named by Spanish Conqueror Francisco Hernandez de Cordoba on 1517 after finding several female figures close to a small archeological site which was a temple dedicated to Ixchel, Goddess of love, fertility and the moon. For approximately the next 300 years was a pirate refugee. Another Spaniard, Fermin de Mundaca was the most famous (1858) who built the majestic Hacienda in the heart of the island. Isla Mujeres was abandoned through the following decades and left a few fishermen and their families. All together founded a picturesque village which has been transforming into one of the top kept secrets in the Mexican Caribbean.
Today is a favorite destination for nature lovers and for all those hiding from stress. Locals are very friendly, most if you like deep sea fishing thru the Caribbean Sea, talking about baseball and other popular sports, snorkeling in El Farito reef or El Garrafon park, scuba diving thru the cave of the sleeping sharks or the Manchones and why not, laughing having a beer at sunsets which are perfect over the blues and greens of the water and the mainland site across the sea channel.
Life in Isla Mujeres is more laid-back and relaxed than Cancun, but that doesn't mean there isn't plenty to do, it just means you can do nothing at all or fill your days with exciting activities and variety of all types of restaurants and fondas (Mexican coffee shops) as well. Isla Mujeres is for vacationing in a small island with activities for all ages. Beautiful white sand beaches where you can enjoy nature land activities. Crystal clear sea admiring the diverse marine life, sailing and swimming with Dolphins. Isla Mujeres has something for everyone in a great and serene tropical ambiance. Away from hustle and stress, you need to explore the wonders of the Mexican Caribbean. Mixed culture along local mayan heritage, navigator past & fishermen legacy of more than 150 years ready to be rediscovered exploring the entire island by renting a bike, moped or golf cart. You can visit the Turtle Protection Center and see precious sea turtles, take time to see Hacienda Mundaca, have a delicious coconut ice cream, a spicy shrimp ceviche with a freezing beer, a cheese & wine picnic, a relaxing massage and of course, shop!
Beautiful playa norte (north beach) is full of exciting activities and home of the luxurious and convenient Ixchel Beach Hotel. If you are searching for a north beach Isla Mujeres getaway convenient to all the island has to offer, look no further than this amazing retreat. With lavish accommodations and exceptional service, you will never want to leave. Ideal for families, honeymooners or even for a lavish Isla Mujeres wedding, the Ixchel Beach Hotel experience will make your vacation unforgettable.
So, please stop your activity, close your eyes and take a few minutes to think about what we have for you on an Isla Mujeres vacation… sun, sea, sand, soñar, people, emotions, chuhuk, market, respect, hunkul, food, smiles, drinks, arroz y frijoles, stars, beauty, grill, chiles “rreyenos”, joy, tradition, life, kaan, moon, margaritas, water, chill, seasons, beach, pizza, wind, tabal, fun, romance, paradise, agua de horchata, boats, colors, amtan, privacy, cerveza, peace, balchahal, fantasy, happiness, despertar, community, mariscos, culture, simplicity, unique, fiesta, bakix, freshness, sky, fruit, lima y limon, hammocks, music, koy, tequila, hospitality, friends, disfrutar, world, palms, rain, love, cochinita pibil, flowers, breeze, mañana, wine, souls, hun, pasta, pleasantness, nature, magic, kanay, wellbeing and more!
You found some words in Maya & in Spanish. Come on an Isla Mujeres vacation and look for their meaning. Stop what you are doing, take a break and make a wise decision by visiting our beloved paradise…!!!
