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Isla Mujeres, Mexico - Isla Mujeres is a privileged place with a unique natural and cultural wealth in Mexico. Located just a few miles from the shore of Cancun, in the Quintana Roo State. This beautiful island combines the beauty of the Caribbean, the dense tropical jungle and the wonderful heritage of the Mayan civilization. It stands out as one of Mexico's natural treasures, a truly delightful paradise.
The island is 5 miles long by 2.5 miles wide, it's a perfect relaxation spot. Isla Mujeres is inexpensive to lodge but, with Cancun features and a slow pace and relaxing environment. Cancun is fast paced, but Isla Mujeres offers nature, bird sanctuary, diving, snorkeling and fishing.
The El Garrafón Submarine National Park is located on the southern tip of Isla Mujeres. You can dive freely at this beautiful coral reef rich in marine fauna and multicolored tropical fish. Isla Mujeres is famous for its extraordinary diving sites, especially El Garrafón, Farito and Manchones. Thanks to its crystal-clear waters, it is possible to admire the marine fauna and corals that range from three to five meters high. Around the island, there are several attractive sites for diving, such as The Cross of the Bay, Los Cuevones, Lavandera Reef and the Cave of the Sleeping Sharks. These reefs are excellent both for beginner and advanced divers, since the sea is calm and the water very clear.
Ecotourism in Isla Mujeres - On Isla Mujeres, ecotourism is an active part of the tourist industry, where you can find places for nature and adventure lovers. You can visit protected areas such as Contoy Island or the Birds' Island, where you will learn how to respect the environment, since it is a natural reserve that has become the most important home to marine birds on the Mexican Caribbean. You can enjoy the adventure of ecotourism by visiting diving sites such as the Cave of the Sleeping Sharks, Cuevones, Half Moon and Barracuda Valley, which will provide an unforgettable experience and your best adventure ever.
Beaches of Isla Mujeres - From dawn to dusk, the beaches offer the tourists a wonderful view of white sands and crystal-clear turquoise waters. Playa Norte. A white-sand beach that invites you to swim, practice water sports, get a tan, sleep in hammocks under a coconut tree and enjoy the fresh seafood sold here. The most spectacular and splendid sunsets can be seen from this beautiful beach.
Night life - After admiring the unique beauty of the sunset on Isla Mujeres and practiced all your favorite sports and activities, it is time to enjoy exciting nightlife, in places with a Caribbean and magic touch that make them unforgettable. Some of the great places to find a great night party are: Nitrox, The great place to dance all night at Vicente Guerrero Avenue, Kokonuts, A very popular place among tourists and locals, located at Hidalgo Ave. in Plaza Isla Mujeres, La Adelita, A very Mexican place, tequila and mariachis at Hidalgo Ave., downtown, Buho´s, located on Playa Norte, a great place for Happy Hour, Jax Bar & Grill, A great place to watch the sunset lunch and dinner at Rueda Medina Ave., Faynes, A very popular place for tourists and locals alike, at Hidalgo Ave., Playa Sol, One of the best places on the beach.
 Calling Isla Mujeres: Recently the area codes for Isla Mujeres and Cancun changed. The new area code is 998 and all phone numbers on Isla and Cancun are 7 digits. So, if you are calling from the United States you would dial: 011 (International code) 52 (country code) 998 (area code) and the 7 digit phone number.
Isla Mujeres Golf - A new golf resort is planned for Isla Mujeres, the Playa Mujeres Resort is located just north of Cancun. Isla Mujeres will feature 36 holes of ecologically-friendly championship golf - designed by Greg Norman, with carefully crafted water holes, hills, jungles, roughs, bunkers, greens and other elements of the courses utilizing a re-arrangement of the site's native plants, trees and other indigenous foliage. Construction of the first 20 holes, the practice range, and the clubhouse is in progress and scheduled for opening in fall 2005.
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