At the Bay of Banderas you can expect more than two dozen golden beaches. Despite 1 million visitors annually, the atmosphere on both sides of the river cual-lying fishing village (350 000 inhabitants) is still typical mexican: Cobbled downtown streets, red tile roofs and wrought iron balconies dominate the cityscape. On the other hand, there are houses built in the north and along the coast. High Life on the beaches. Besides the traditional sports riding into the jungle is offered. For the hora feliz people meet in the cafes on the Malecon.

food
Le Bistro Café
Under a large umbrella of leaves you sit in the outside, excellent breakfast, good pancakes. Isla Río Cuale 16-A
Café des Artistes
French kitchen with a strong Mexican accent.
Cafe Maximilian
Outdoors under the arcades or in air-conditioned dining room is a mix of American and Mexican kitchen sold. Mon-Sat 18 to 23 clock, Olas Altas 38

where to stay
Cartagena de las Indias
In the old town, great room with ceiling fan, air conditioning for surcharge, 27 rooms. Madero 428
Frankfurt
Superior facilities with a pool. 20 rooms. Basilio Badillo 300.
Posada de Roger
The hotel is located in mexican style in the city, but only one block from the beach. Among the advantages it has a pool and lots of green. 48 rooms. Basilio Badillo 237

Isla del Río Cuale
The 5-acre island attracts visitors because of the numerous outdoor cafes and restaurants as well as arts and crafts shops.

Costa Alegre
The MEX 200 coastal road leads through palm groves and small fishing villages south, past holiday clubs and hotels lying hidden. The 250 km long, between Puerto Vallarta and Manzanillo, the Costa Alegre is the youngest and most exclusive tourist area of the West Coast. Many islands rise from the glittering sea. The moist air tastes of salt, huge coconut palms turn over the beaches. Hidden lagoons provide habitat for aquatic birds and mammals. For decades, the bays of the Costa Carey are a destination of the international jet set. The two villages of San Patricio Melaque and Barra de Navidad, on a sandbank between the ocean and a lagoon (excellent Surfbedingungen) located, are the tip of a young, international Bohemeszene. The life takes in the hotels and restaurants place.

Manzanillo
On a spit of land between two bays 270 km south lies the resort of Las Hadas, marina and golf course, a prime holiday address. Port determines the atmosphere in the near Manzanillo.