Welcome to Cozumel, a breath-taking island paradise residing in the crystal clear waters of the Caribbean Sea, off the coast of the Yucatan peninsula in Mexico. Although this is primarily a place where visitors come to relax, an immense array of activities can be found here, making this one of Mexico’s top travel destinations.

Its sandy shores along the majestic waters of the Caribbean Sea attract holidaymakers eager for a beach getaway filled with beautiful weather, and comfortable temperatures. The stress from working life will seem like a lifetime away when you spend your days lounging on the beach, and basking in the sun on your luxury Cozumel holiday.

Cozumel is famous around the world as a scuba diving destination, which has been attracting eager visitors for decades. Many beach clubs offer fantastic snorkelling opportunities, while scuba diving trips further off-shore reward visitors with a colourful underwater display, encountered nowhere else in Mexico.

A number of smaller businesses are found across the island, many of them in the main town of San Miguel de Cozumel. Numerous beach bars and restaurants provide you with many opportunities for a romantic, as well as lively, night out on your luxury holiday in Cozumel. While many luxury resorts make sure you are surrounded by a sophisticated crowd who come here to reap the benefits of Mexico’s Caribbean waters in style.

Cozumel’s location, just off the coast of the Yucatan peninsula, makes it an ideal base from which to explore some of Mexico’s lavish history. The great Maya civilisation flourished here hundreds of years ago, leaving behind some well-preserved temples, as well as fascinating architecture which is easily explored on one, or several day trips.

Who visits Cozumel?

Cozumel attracts those who seek refuge from busy and bustling cities, and want to enjoy the sapphire blue waters of the Caribbean Sea in luxury and style. Most visitors hail from the United States, but in recent years more and more European holidaymakers started arriving here too.

Cozumel’s crystal clear waters are home to immense biodiversity of marine life, which has attracted divers from across the globe for decades now. Colourful coral reefs, as well as many endemic and unique fish species are found in the waters surrounding this Caribbean island paradise. Many beach bars offer snorkelling in the islands immediate vicinity, and scuba diving tours further off coast are easy to organise.

Deep sea fishing trips are another popular activity on a luxury holiday in Cozumel. Spend your day out on a fishing boat, and learn about the pleasures and the struggles of going fishing in these beautiful waters. The reward is fresh seafood, which can be barbecued on the beach the very same day it’s been caught.

Much of Cozumel’s landmass is covered in mangrove forest, which harbours many endemic mammal and reptile species. Hikes and walks are easy to plan by yourself. If you prefer, a local guide can also be arranged, who will provide you with fascinating information about the local flora and fauna.

Cozumel was once an outpost of the great Mayan civilisation, which ruled over the Yucatan peninsula hundreds of years ago. The most notable site on the island is San Gervasio, however history lovers keen to see more can organise a one day, or several day trip onto the Mexican mainland. On your luxury holiday in Cozumel, most major hotels will be happy to help you book a day trip.

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