Water Park in Ixtapa and Zihuatanejo

At Delfiniti Ixtapa (Blvd. Ixtapa s/n, next to Best Western Posada del Real, 40880. 775/553-2707. www.delfiniti.com) dolphins in a huge pool interact with paying customers—giving "kisses" and "hugs" and short rides (you hang onto their fins as they paddle around on their backs)—in exchange for food treats. Sessions ranging from $50 to $130 are organized and priced by the age of customers (three-adult) and time in the pool (17 minutes-45 minutes). Reservations are highly recommended—you can book online—especially if you have kids under 7, as there are limited time slots available.