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Cozumel: The Island Escape You’ve Been Dreaming Of
There is something about feeling heat from the sun on my shoulders that instantly makes me feel fabulous. When it’s cold and grey outside, I begin to dream of my next trip to Cozumel.
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Cozumel: The Island Escape You’ve Been Dreaming Of
When it’s cold and grey outside, that means it’s time to plan the next beach vacation. Where else could we go but Cozumel? Today, we’ll share our favorite beach so you can meet us there!
But first - we’ve been thinking about free vacations. Let us know where you would go if it was free.
- Cris
If you won an all expenses paid trip for 2025, where would you go? |
Punta Sur Eco Beach Park
Located at the southern tip of Mexico, near Belize and Cuba, lies the most perfect island of Cozumel. This is where I imagine ‘La Isla Bonita’ (Madonna) was written and I have never met anyone who regretted their time in the Mexican sun on this island.
Cozumel is an island and so has lots of beaches. Many can become quite crowded and several are “owned” by resorts along the coast. We prefer a beach that has fewer people and no attitude. Who wants to deal with attitude on vacation?
Punta Sur is a slice of paradise on the southern tip of Cozumel. Imagine endless white sand, calm turquoise waters, and a vibe so peaceful it feels like time slows down. It’s part of an ecological reserve, so nature here takes center stage. You’ll likely see colorful fish, birds, and maybe even a crocodile in the lagoon!
image courtesy of Cozumel Parks
It's not a place swarming with tourists, which is why I love it. We really enjoyed snorkeling to see turtles, starfish, and reefs (no touching). The best part? You can climb the historic Celarain Lighthouse for a panoramic view that will leave you speechless. There’s an entrance fee, but it’s worth every peso. Bring sunscreen, snacks, and a snorkel—you won’t want to leave!
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Nacho
Let me tell you about the time I almost met a crocodile at Punta Sur Eco Beach Park! Don’t worry—it wasn’t scary, but it was definitely exciting. Punta Sur isn’t just a beach; it’s a nature reserve. One sunny morning, I went there with a few friends. We decided to explore the lagoon because we heard it was home to all sorts of cool animals.
As we walked along the wooden bridge over the water, something caught my eye—a pair of eyes poking out just above the surface. It was a crocodile! It wasn’t very big, maybe the size of a large dog, and it wasn’t moving. We whispered to each other, trying not to scare it (or ourselves).
Then a guide walked by and said, “Don’t worry, that’s Nacho! He’s been living here for years and is pretty lazy. He’s more interested in sunbathing than anything else.” Sure enough, Nacho slowly floated closer to the bank and plopped himself on a patch of grass to soak up the sun.
We went back to the hotel to celebrate not being eaten. In hindsight, we should have stayed longer but the instinct to survive was just too strong.
See you next Wednesday.
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