Things to do in Ixtapa - Zihuatanejo

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Marina Ixtapa showing a sunset and a marina

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Beautiful place to have dinner and stay for sunset. There is a small restaurant that serves amazing fresh fish and very good drinks. Family friendly.

Travel tip: bring a small sketch book to capture ideas or inspiration from your travel. Write down food you like, ingredients or even a recipe. Names of people you meet. Ideas that come up. When you get back home, this will help bring back the feeling of connection to other places and cultures.

Playa La Ropa

While visiting Playa La Ropa, you might make a stop by sights like La Ropa Beach and Zihuatanejo Bay.

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Playa Las Gatas

While visiting Playa Las Gatas, you might make a stop by sights like Las Gatas Beach and Zihuatanejo Bay.

Playa Las Gatas
Serene Sunset
The golden glow of the setting sun highlights the many sail boats in Zihuatanejo Bay.  Thus week is Zihua Sailfest, where the boats come once a year and offer sail and music cruises for donations to local schools.  Last night was the Sail Parade to Ixtapa and back, this week Music and Sunset cruises.
All proceeds go to the schools and they hope to beat last years $7,000 donation.

Playa la Madera

The pristine beaches and ample dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Playa la Madera. A stop by La Madera Beach or Zihuatanejo Bay might round out your trip.

Playa la Madera
Ixtapa - Zihuatanejo featuring street scenes and a city

Zihuatanejo Centro

Unique features of Zihuatanejo Centro include the beaches and shopping. Make a stop by La Madera Beach or Zihuatanejo Bay while you're exploring the area.

Zihuatanejo Centro
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Almacen

You'll enjoy the beaches and restaurants in Almacen. You might want to make time for a stop at Zihuatanejo Bay or Playa Contramar.

Almacen
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Villas Alondras

When in Villas Alondras, you can plan a visit to El Palmar Beach and Marina Ixtapa, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Villas Alondras