Mexican Riviera Vacation Trip

San Jose is a large city in the southern San Francisco Bay Area, and is part of the Silicon Valley—the birthplace of the high-tech industry. Downtown San Jose is home to San Jose State University and also includes a financial district, several fine restaurants and hotels like the historic Hotel Montgomery, as well as a number of museums, including the Tech Museum of Innovation and the Children’s Discovery Museum of San Jose. Other art venues in the downtown area include the San Jose Repertory Theatre and the San Jose Center for the Performing Arts. Don’t miss a chance to watch San Jose’s beloved professional hockey team, the San Jose Sharks, tear up the ice at the Hewlett-Packard Pavilion.

Much of the experience of Acapulco, Mexico revolves around water. The city serves as a port of call for ships and cruises along the West Coast and to Panama, and its tropical climate attracts tourists year-round.

When the Spanish arrived in Acapulco, they immediately used this bay city as a point from which to explore the rest of the Pacific. Acapulco developed as an important destination for tourists as resorts sprang up in the 20th century.

Easily catch sailfish in the warm waters of Acapulco Bay; take a scuba diving adventure; visit the island of Roqueta on a glass-bottomed boat that provides a clear view of the sea and its inhabitants.

The Grand Hotel Acapulco is located on the Bay of Acapulco, overlooking the Pacific Ocean, and approximately 12 miles from Acapulco Airport. Hotel amenities include the sunset views over Acapulco Bay, two outdoor pools set in landscaped gardens, seasonal children's program, and the Alory Spa with massage rooms, sauna, steam bath, and Jacuzzi. Tennis and golf are only five minutes from the hotel. Each of the hotel restaurants and bars provide a unique atmosphere and distinct cuisine that includes Mexican specialties, seafood, bistro fare, and snacks. All rooms have marble bathrooms with bathtubs and showers, hairdryers, closets, digital telephones with voicemail, individual air-conditioning controls, and satellite TV.

Of all the Mexican food restaurants, this would be the least recommended, however on Thursdays, it is very nice to go and eat the traditional green pozole, accompanied by delicious pork rinds, fresh cheese, fried tacos and avocado, in a great atmosphere including a Mariachi band. The view offered from the terrace of its dining room is attractive, for it looks out onto most of Acapulco bay, and you can feel a fresh breeze. After enjoying the food, it is nice to have a drink in their piano bar.

This fast-food restaurant is a national franchise, serving large-sized submarine sandwiches made with exotic combinations. The Hawaiian, made with ham, Oaxaca cheese, pineapple, avocado, mayonnaise, onion, tomato and lettuce, is a favorite. Hipocampo also serves Quesadillotas with different fillings, made on the spot with hand-made tortillas. The place is very simple, with wooden tables and chairs, on a terrace on the Costera, the golden zone of Acapulco.

Acapulco Divers is a Diving School and Club, actively involved in the ecological recovery of Acapulco's marine natural beauty. They provide assistance and all the necessary equipment for the professional and amateur diver. Acapulco Divers, in conjunction with the Protección Ecológica Subacuática organisation, are dedicated to researching, recovering, protecting and preserving Acapulco's bay marine natural resources. Members can take part in many different activities. For certified divers, the options are deep scuba diving, marine excursions to sites such as the sunken ship Rio de la plata, the caves in Roqueta El Bajo de la Quebrada, Piedra Blanca in Isla Roqueta, Piedra del Gallo and Quita Sueños. All these dives take place at 9am. Shallow diving for amateurs takes place at 11.30am and 14.30pm and consists of visits to the statue of the Virgin; Ripial Las Palmitas, Yerbabuena, shallows of Morro in the Roqueta and more. Ecological diving takes place only on weekends and consists of cleaning of the sea bed, recovery of coral reef, building marine habitats and more.

This family owned restaurant is one of the most traditional restaurants in Acapulco, and has been open since the city began as a tourist port. With a taste of home cooking, warm and friendly service, and an all seafood menu, this two-story restaurant is sure to please your palate. Amigo Miguel is a very cool place (literally and figuratively) and perfect to savor Acapulcan seasoning. The restaurant's service and quality has allowed them to expand to include another branch downtown and yet another on the beach. Choose the most convenient branch and enjoy a meal with friends and family.

Of all the Mexican food restaurants, this would be the least recommended, however on Thursdays, it is very nice to go and eat the traditional green pozole, accompanied by delicious pork rinds, fresh cheese, fried tacos and avocado, in a great atmosphere including a Mariachi band. The view offered from the terrace of its dining room is attractive, for it looks out onto most of Acapulco bay, and you can feel a fresh breeze. After enjoying the food, it is nice to have a drink in their piano bar.

San Jose is a large city in the southern San Francisco Bay Area, and is part of the Silicon Valley—the birthplace of the high-tech industry. Downtown San Jose is home to San Jose State University and also includes a financial district, several fine restaurants and hotels like the historic Hotel Montgomery, as well as a number of museums, including the Tech Museum of Innovation and the Children’s Discovery Museum of San Jose. Other art venues in the downtown area include the San Jose Repertory Theatre and the San Jose Center for the Performing Arts. Don’t miss a chance to watch San Jose’s beloved professional hockey team, the San Jose Sharks, tear up the ice at the Hewlett-Packard Pavilion.