The Pleasant Beaches of Acapulco
The best travel experience I have ever had is the time that I traveled to Acapulco, Mexico for the first time. My family always mentioned it as a dreamy destination to visit, and I would see images and commercials about it. Finally we decided to take the trip! It was the best experience.
We arrived there late at night so the first thing we did was rent a hotel room close to the beach. In the morning, we actually took a swim in the very large pool complimentary of the hotel. Then we got ready to grab some lunch. The streets were crowded. There were many people shopping around or selling items. We ate at a small restaurant a walking distance from the sea. We sat outside and watched the ocean. Of course, I couldn’t resist but to order a seafood cocktail to enjoy as I watched the people splash around in the water and people relaxing on the sand. After we finished eating, it was our turn to go to the beach. The sand was bright and warm. I took off my sandals and dug my feet into the sand. My younger brothers went directly into the water head first and stayed there for a while, splashing each other and seeing who could swim out the farthest before my father told them to come back. The water was pleasant and not very cold. It complimented the warm weather well. We spent the evening there, either in the water, looking for shells on the shore, or taking pictures of each other.
It was the most fun I had ever had on any family vacation to Mexico.
(Story by Desi. Photo credit: prayitno)
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Thank you so much for sharing your story. My fiance Paul and I are getting married in May and we are going to Acapulco for our honeymoon. I’m glad to hear that you had such great time. I can’t wait to go.
Cooper, congrats on your upcoming marriage! That is so exciting, and that you are going to spend your honeymoon in a beautiful place like Acapulco is great. Best of luck for the future to you and Paul!
Mexico was always my dream location I always loved the people and culture there, I already have been twice there but never went to Acapulco, this Place I would like to visit seems to be a fantastic place.
Loved Acapulco! I could not believe how exotic and beautiful it was. It’s nice to hear someone else enjoyed their time there as much as I did!
I was going to go to Mexico in 2009 but I decided against it because of the Swine Flu. I think I’m ready to go to Acapulco now!
I loved Mexico when I visited a few years ago. It’s really one of the most elegant places on earth!
Sounds like a beautiful, fun and relaxing trip! I’d love to go there someday! I’m glad you enjoyed your time in Acapulco!
What a lovely story! Mexico really is gorgeous, and a perfect idyllic vacation. I’ve never been to Acapulco, but after reading this, I may have to book a trip!
Now this sounds like the type of vacation I would love. I’ve always enjoyed going somewhere tropical and relaxing to make up for my busy city life.
I went to Acapulco a few years ago with my boyfriend and we had the best time. It is hands down the most beautiful place in the world.
I have never been to Mexico, but would love to go! As I read this I could imagine seeing myself on a beachfront hotel enjoying all of the beauty around me! Ahh, daydreams!
I spent a lot of time in Acapulco many years ago. The photo you posted brings back memories of fun times there. I think my favorite thing is the fact that you have the mountains and the sea. The drive on the Costera from the airport to Acapulco is breathtaking. I would recommend visiting the small town of Puerto Marques while you are there. It has a beautiful bay with a very tranquil beach.
Great encouragement to go to the Beaches of Acapulco. Looking forward to seeing them in person some day. Thank you
The part of mexico that acupalo is in is actually quite developed. It is a part of mexico thta is not very poor or viollent.
It sounds like you had a lot of fun in Acapulco. In 2000, me and my then fiance went to Cancun, Mexico we enjoyed the restaurants, the drinks, and the food. The people were extraordinary and the beaches were sublime. It was (and still is) one of the happiest moments in my life.
Reading this article makes me think about my very first trip to Mexico. I went there with some friends from college, and we basically had the time of our lives. After reading this I talk to my husband and I think that we might actually try to take a trip back to Mexico to see if we can have a little fun. Thanks for sharing your experience with us.
Wow, Acapulco sounds wonderful! I’ve been to a couple of places in Mexico and now would love to go there! It sounds like you had a great vacation, thanks for sharing!!!
How amazing! How could one not want to rush to Acapulco? I am planning my first trip to the area in another two weeks, and this article makes me ready even more than I am. I am certain this is going to be an absolutely amazing time to come!
I love to travel, and I love Mexico. Acapulco is known for being a great vacation for tourists. But, it is also a great place to enjoy when you can get a taste of how the locals live. Home cooked food, there’s nothing like it!
ounds like a beautiful, fun and relaxing trip! I’d love to go there someday! I’m glad you enjoyed your time in Acapulco!
The view looks absolutely amazing.This vacation looks just like paradise and seems like you really enjoyed yourself. I love beaches and hope to see everyone before I die. I am visiting Mexico this summer, I am so excited!!
Last summer I went with one of my best friends to Acapulco and it was hands down the best time either of us had ever had. I would love to go back again.
Sounds like a wonderful time! I haven’t been to mexico in years (not since the little ones started coming) I have been thinking about an anniversary trip for my wife and I may have to give some thought to Acapulco. Sounds like a wonderful place!
I’ve been on a cruise to Mexico, but I haven’t ever been to Acapulco. I’m more of a cold weather person myself, but maybe I’ll visit there someday.
The beaches of Acapulco are really an amazing sight. I’ve been there once before, as well as other part of the area. The weather is kind of annoying sometimes but the area is well built and all the amenities are available.
One of the most beautiful and relaxing places on earth, hands down, is Alcapulco. My family and I went there a few times when I was a baby. I have tons of pictures of my father hang gliding over the ocean and me looking up at him. The culture is fascinating and the food is fantastic! If you’re going on vacation here, be sure to check out all the extra fun activities they have awaiting for tourists.
This is a great look into Acapulco, Mexico I remember as a kid the show the Love Boat always used say; They were docking in Acapulco. So, it’s always felt like a fantasy destination. Sounds like a wonderful place to visit and I will be adding it to my list of possible vacation spots. Thanks for the great article!
Acapulco always seemed like such a lovely destination. I’m not sure I’d want to spend all my time right in the city like that though. I hope you spent at least one day exploring a little further away from the city.
Wow, I have always wanted to wisit the beaches of Acapulco, They are wonderfull, I really like them, I hope I will go, my friends were..