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The Island
Cozumel is a beautiful island in the
Mexican Caribbean sea just 12 miles
off the Yucatan Peninsula. The island
is 28 miles long and 10 miles wide.
The Mayan people were the first to
settle on Cozumel over 2,000 years
ago. It derives its name from the
Mayan words Cuzam (swallow) and
Lumil (land of), which form the word
Cuzamil (land of swallows). The
Mayan word changed with time to
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Between 1519 and 1570, the island's

population dropped from 40,000 to
30. By 1700 it was uninhabited.
Several pirates used Cozumel as a
base of operations in the 17th
century,
and including
Jean the notorious
Henry
Lafitte,Morgan
the
island was not
resettled until
1848.
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Cozumel was a
sleepy little fishing
community until the
1960’s when Jacques
Cousteau declared it
one of the most
beautiful scuba
diving areas of the
world, with the
delicate balance of
its dazzling coral
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The underwater life is amazing here,
the clarity of the water offers 100ft
visibility which means you do not
have to be a diver to enjoy it, simply
put on a mask and snorkel and jump
in, you will feel like you have
jumped into a tropical fish tank!!
Cozumel is now one of the most
popular destinations in the world for
scuba diving.
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You can swim
with dolphins
and turtles, go
jet skiing, sport
fishing,
parasailing, or
windsurfing,
sail on a
catamaran, or a
glass bottom
boat.
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The Island
Cozumel is world
renown for its
dazzling white
sandy beaches and
the remarkable
clarity of the multi-
hued azure
The climate is
Caribbean ocean in
subtropical, and
which it rests.
the people native
to Cozumel are of
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In addition to
the spectacular
open water
swimming and
diving,

you’ll enjoy a stroll

along the water
front, watching the
cruise ships
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The downtown
area of
Cozumel, San
Miguel, is a
very clean
city, with a
wonderful
selection of
shops, fast
food,
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Fast Food
On the water front avenue Rafael E.
Melgar, just in front of the Punta
Langosta pier is a shopping mall
with a wide variety of fast food
restaurants like Burger King,
Subway, T.G.I Friday's, Sr. Frog's,
Ernesto's Fajitas Factory, and
Jeanie's Waffle House.
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On the second floor of the Museum,

Del Museo, you'll enjoy a beautiful
view of the water and the breeze is
lovely. It's one of our favorite places
to go for breakfast and the prices
are wonderful. Although they do
serve sandwiches, etc. they serve
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When you’re ready for a break from
the sun and surf, stroll through the
shops in town. Walking the streets
and shopping centers are a
delightful experience.

You'll see a wide array of imported

items, including Duty-Free perfumes
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Leather goods, including shoes,
boots, belts, purses and luggage
reflect Mexico's proud tradition of a
fine craftsmanship and its high
quality, even shoe repair.
Mexican handicrafts are among the
most sought-after items here, and
you'll be able to choose from a large
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Reproductions of ancient native
handicrafts, including jewelry, stone
carvings; wooden masks and
semiprecious-stone sculptures make
wonderful souvenirs.
Interesting objects crafted from
onyx, one of Mexico's major exports,
are widely available. Pottery art
includes everything from unglazed
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Forum Shops offer a new experience
known as the Caribbean Shopping
Style.
This is where the customer will be
able to save 50% from what is
customarily charged in the United
States and Canada for exclusive
items as those found in the fine
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A big attraction is the interactive
jewelry workshop where the tourist
can watch while jewelry is being
crafted into an exquisite piece.
Prices on jewelry fashioned with
Mexican silver and turquoise are
exceptionally good value.
Waterfront jewelries not only have
exotic stones but also the finest
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If you're just looking for a souvenir
T-shirt, you have plenty of shops to
choose from and with such a wide
selection, you are sure to find the
perfect one.
You will also find a number of shops
specializing in resort wear.
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Live music and
dancing alongside
locals in the plaza
on Saturday nights
along with
authentic Yucatan
cuisine straight
The Hotels are always
from Abuela's
packed for Carnival
kitchen. during the week before
Ash Wednesday, when
there's a parade for
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Mayan’s
The Island has so much to offer, the
Mayan culture has very interesting
sites here, San Gervacio, now a park
with a project to study the Mayan
culture, including a once sacred site
where Mayan women journeyed to
worship the goddess Ixchel, the
goddess of fertility. Other
fascinating sites such as Chichen
Itza with its massive pyramids that
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Several golf
courses are
available for the
golfers. The
Cozumel Country
Club offer a
great day at the
tee.
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Other
Activities

There’s also miniature golf, kite

boarding, horseback riding, jeep
tours and rental vehicles. Jet skis,
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AvenidatsRafael Melgar is the most
heavily traveled street in San Miguel,
so naturally the most popular
restaurants are clustered here, many
with waterfront
Visitors can enjoyviews of the sun going
down over the
Fine Dining, ocean as you eat.
Spicy,
Vegetarian, French,
Caribbean, Italian,
American, Spanish,
Lebanese, Chinese,
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Las Palmas - A few blocks from the

seafront, a favorite with locals as
well as visitors.
Acuario - Seafood enthusiasts can be
found here, dining amongst
aquariums filled with tropical fish.
Cafe del Puerto - Prepares gourmet
dishes tableside.
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Cocay

Comida Casera Tonita - Between

Avenida 10 and 15, is another good
place to go; it serves up authentic
regional food, and the lack of
pretentiousness is clear when you
realize it's actually a converted
dining room in the owner's house.
La Cocay - Those who like to get off
the beaten track will enjoy the
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Plaza Leza - and El Turix - are
recommended for the adventuresome
who would like to try Yucatan dishes
like pollo pibil (chicken in banana
leaves) or poc chuc (pork steak
marinated in regional
These a sour orange sauce)
and tikinchic
delicacies are(fish in a sour orange
world-
sauce).
renowned and
shouldn't be passed
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Veranda -
Highly regarded
for Caribbean-
style meals in a
romantic
atmosphere can
be found between
Avenida 5 and 10. Regulars rave
This is a about the jerk
Caribbean-style chicken and
house offering a shrimp curry.
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Restauran
ts del Pescador
La Cabana - A lobster
lover's haven, you select a lobster
tail, and brothers Fernando or
Enrique will weigh it, boil it with a
hint of spices, and vegetables,
of rice, serve it with
and
melted butter,bread
accompanied by sides
and it's done
superbly. Does lobster
require anything more?
This is the only thing on
the menu on Fernando's
side of the restaurant,
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La Cabana del Pescador
shrimp, or fish if you don't feel like
lobster. The setting is quite tropical -
a pair of thatched bungalows
bordering a pond withtraversed
reeds, lily pads by
and
a
……… small footbridge. The
rooms are softly lit
with the glow of
candles and
furnished with rustic
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Coconuts - Located on the windward
side of the island at Playa de San
Martin, (there's always a breeze to
cool you down after fun in the sun),
only 20 minutes from downtown, a
everyone
great place to eat isand
100% fresh,The
drink. so
salsa (andyummy with a
chips) which is kick.
servedThe
to
everyon view is spectacular, set
way up on the only rock
formation on the island -
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French Quarter - Louisiana natives
and father & son team, Mike and
Mike, share their southern hospitality
with you on their outdoor veranda.
The French Quarter's menu offers a
traditional Cajun cuisine prepared
with a Caribbean flare.
All dishes are served with southern
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Frenchts
Quarter
Friday night’s Mike Sr. offers a slow
cooked rack of baby-back ribs that is
heavenly. For dessert, be sure to
leave room for the Margarita
cheesecake.
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Guido's - This family owned and
operated restaurant offers southern
and central Italian cuisine that is
romantically complimented by the
outdoor courtyard and gentle
evening breeze. Guido's famous
lasagna and garlic bread are the way
to anyone's heart. The catch of the
day is not to be missed. Be sure to
share a pitcher of authentic Spanish
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Prima's - If you like
Prima's - If you like northern Italian
handmade pastas, fresh-baked
bread, US Choice Grade A steaks and
rich seafood, then Prima's is the
place for you! It is located on the
corner of the plaza on AR Salas and
5th Ave, upstairs. Dining on the
rooftop in paradise is just what the
doctor ordered! Prima's tends to fill
up fast and there may be a wait. But
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Prima's
The homemade desserts are the first
thing to go, so be sure to get there
early if you want to sample the
peanut butter pie. Juan Carlos, the
general manager, is almost always
on hand to visit with you about the
menu, the island, or your favorite
dive spot. A very nice atmosphere
where quality is all they serve.
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Azul Cobalto Restaurant & Bar - This
little bistro is decorated with wall
murals and paintings by local artists.
Chef Pepe Gonzales has created a
menu combining Chilean and
Mexican flavors that produces some
avant-garde dishes like the Squid Pil
Pil a tender squid concoction in a
rich garlic butter sauce. Be sure to
try the filet mignon with a Roquefort
sauce. A perfect lunch here would be
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Cucina Italiana - Literally
translated as "the Italian Kitchen",
this restaurant is owned and
operated by the Tarroni Family,
migrants from the Old Country. They
have updated their classic Venetian
dishes with a hint of the Caribbean.
In this small thatched roof dining
room, you will be served a variety of
homemade pastas, veal, chicken and
seafood entrees prepared in the
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ts - This local
Casa Denis family prides
itself in this establishment that has
photos of the decades of famous
visitors on its wall including Jackie O
and Fidel Castro. The traditional
Yucatan dishes are sure to please.
Just be careful of the hot sauce! A
friendly place not only for the
stomach, but for the wallet, too. Try
the traditional Arroz con leche for
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La Choza - They serve a delicious
menu! Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner 7
days a week! You are greeted with a
bowl of Salsa Verde and homemade
chips along with La Choza's secret
sauce. It's SPICEY but you have to try
it once! If you want to try REAL
Mexican and Mayan food in a friendly
family atmosphere then this is the
place. La Choza also serves one of
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ts - It's not
El Moro likely you will be
able to find this great eatery on your
own and, once you do, you may think
you have the wrong spot! Fear not! It
is set in a local neighborhood. Just
ask a taxi cab to take you there, it is
one of Cozumel's oldest restaurants.
The menu is very extensive and
covers just about anything you might
crave - from fish and chicken to
Mexican steaks, soups, sandwiches
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Hotel
Dining
Playa Azul Hotel - Just north of San
Miguel, there are several fine
restaurants well worth the 15-
minute drive. The Palma Azul
beachfront restaurant offers a laid-
back atmosphere and casual dining.
It's located in the Playa Azul Hotel.
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Dining
The La Ceiba Hotel
Hotel
- Just south of
downtown San Miguel in Plaza Las
Glorias is the poolside La Palapa,
famous for its daily theme buffets.
Another 10 minutes brings you to
Las Gaviotas, serving seafood and
Mexican cuisine at the Sol Cabanas
del Caribe. The La Ceiba Hotel is
home to La Chopa Loca, where
Mexican cuisine and piña coladas are
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Bars &
Nightlife
As for bars, Carlos 'n Charlie’s is
generally the most popular as it is in
the center of the downtown party
circuit. Margaritas and frozen
daiquiris are the most recommended
beverages at Fat Tuesday, another
open-air bar that has a DJ who keeps
the joint rocking.
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Bars &
The Nightlife
Hard Rock Cafe
is part of the
Cozumel party
tradition, where
having a good time
is priority number
one and T-shirt
buying has become a
routine custom.
Cactus Bar &
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Another great place to go dancing is
Another great place to go dancing is
the Neptuno Dance Club, on two
levels with a state-of-the-art sound
system
If and flat
you want to screens dotted
around.this is the
dance,
place to be. For
those who would
like listen to hot
jazz and smoke
Cuban cigars, the
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Bars &
Nightlife
The zócalo (the
square)
downtown is an
atmos- pheric
place to be with
food stalls and
live music attract
many people in
search of a good
night out. Go just
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Bars &
Nightlife
The area around
the Punta Langosta
shopping center
and Punta
Langosta pier is
Cozumel
where you will find nightlife,
most including La Pura
Vida, a salsa club
with live music and
dance lessons.
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Cozumel has so many
good restaurants and
bars that you'll have to
be truly dedicated to try
them all out. The
restaurants and is
Cozumel cafes
not a late-night
cater to
town, every
since mostbudget
of its visitors are
and bright
up taste. and early to enjoy the
sights or dive the reef. But
downtown party goers can keep
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A beautiful island
in the Caribbean,
with a wildwindwar
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which
shelters
Cozumel
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turtles
and
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Being only 12 miles from Riviera

Maya, by ferry (runs hourly), gives
you access to Playa del Carmen and
Cancún (about 45 minutes), for even
more shopping or night life.
A Cozumel vacation is also a delight
for those who want to enjoy the
warmth and flavor of Mexico in a
safe environment.
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Fly directly into Cozumel
International airport from
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Take a trip
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Island or over
to the
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