Isla Mujeres Travel Guide
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Photo: BRUCE HERMAN/Mexico Tourism Board
Once a small fishing village, this colorful destination has become a favorite for travelers seeking natural beauty, island serenity, and a slower pace of life. Without compromising its cultural traditions, Isla Mujeres is one of the most relaxing and affordable places to vacation. Winter months offer excellent sportfishing and the calm waters are great for snorkeling and swimming year-round.
Isla Mujeres Hotels
Many of the smaller hotels on the island don't accept credit cards, and some add a 10% surcharge if you use one. Isla has also been tightening up its cancellation...read more
Isla Mujeres Restaurants
Dining on Isla is a casual affair. Restaurants tend to serve simple meals: seafood, pizza, salads, and Mexican dishes, mostly prepared by local cooks. Fresh...read more
Things To Do in Isla Mujeres
To get your bearings, try thinking of the island as...read more
Travel Deals in Isla Mujeres
- $156 & up -- Flights from Raleigh on Sale (R/T incl. Tax) Major Airlines on Fly.com
- $72-$86 -- Mazatlan All-Incl. Resort incl. Kids Stay Free BookIt.com
- $109 -- 4-Star All-Incl. Puerto Vallarta Resort, 65% Off BookIt.com
- $609 & up -- All-Inclusive Cancun Trip w/Air; Kids Stay Free Delta Vacations
Isla Mujeres Experiences
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Getting away from the crowd: Although Isla Mujeres is just across the bay from Cancún, the peace and quiet make it seem like another universe... Read more
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Ixchel (ee-shell) is a principal figure in the pantheon of Mayan gods. Originally married to the earth god Voltan, Ixchel fell in love with the... Read more
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The name Isla Mujeres means "Island of Women," although no one knows who dubbed it that. Many believe it was the ancient Maya, who were said... Read more
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The ancient salt mines, remains of which still exist in Isla's interior, were constructed during the postclassic period of Mayan history, which... Read more
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El Día de los Muertos (the Day of the Dead) is often billed as "Mexican Halloween," but it's much more than that. The festival, which... Read more
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The underwater caverns off Isla Mujeres attract a dangerous species of shark—though nobody knows exactly why. Stranger still, once the... Read more
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Practical Travel Tips, Deals & Discoveries
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Arriving:· Forums Trip Reports
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This part of our family trip follows on from 20 days in the USA - if anyone is interested there is a separate Trip report in the US Forum. Read more
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We (couple in 56 and 63) went to Mexico from April 20-27. Read more
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I'm planning a family Christmas vacation, 4 adults, 2-1-1 for rooms, and looking for excellent food and beach for swimming, kayaking, and snorkeling. Read more
