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Acapulco Mexico |
Acapulco (Officially: Acapulco de Juárez) is
a city and major sea port in the state of Guerrero on
the Pacific coast of Mexico, 300 km (190 miles) southwest
from Mexico City. Acapulco is located on a deep, semi-circular
bay. It is a port of call for shipping and cruising
lines running between Panama and San Francisco, California,
United States. As of the 2005 census, the population
of the urbanized area was 616,394, while that of the
administrative municipality was 717,766 people. The
municipality, which has an area of 1,882.6 km²
(726.88 sq mi), includes numerous small localities outside
of the city. The tourist resort city of Acapulco is
the largest city in the state, far larger than the state
capital of Chilpancingo.
Source: Wikipedia
The original Mexican resort town, Acapulco[1] has been
eclipsed by Cancun and other resort towns. Still, it
remains a major destination and a worthwhile trip and
is the number one spring break destination among U.S.
college students.
Many buses go from major cities (e.g. Mexico City)
to Acapulco. Most buses are safe, fast and comfortable
and usually not very expensive. Some bus lines offer
student discounts. The Estrella de Oro bus line offers
nonstop trips from Mexico City with service more like
of First Class on an airline -- roomy seats, ride attendants,
snacks and drinks, and free movies (The Lake House and
Superman Returns on a recent trip.) A regular Estrella
de Oro (double-decker) one-way ride is 320 pesos, while
upgraded VIP bus service is 480 pesos; VIP service includes
a marble lounge inside the regular Acapulco bus terminal
with TVs, drinks, and newspapers. Depending on the bus,
the ride takes 5 - 5 1/2 hours in comfort. Be warned,
they search you and pat you down for weapons before
leaving.
There is a modern four lane highway from Mexico City
to Acapulco (Autopista del Sol). It is somewhat expensive,
but will take you there in 3 and a half hours, approximately,
if you don't stop on the way. The Autopista is not continuous;
there is a break in two sections where the road is rougher,
so a car with good tires is a must. However, before
you decide to drive to Acapulco, remember that traffic
and parking in the city are difficult.
Alvarez International Airport (ACA) is well connected
domestically and internationally. Flights from Mexico
City to Acapulco take approximately 35 minutes and ground
transportation from the airport to the major tourist
area of La Costera takes more or less the same time.
Round trip fares depending on the season and class,
range from USD$23.00 to USD$50.00.
Source: Wikitravel |
