MazatlanAuthentic culture. Unspoiled natural beauty. A world-renowned Carnaval. Here, every day is a cause for celebration.Directly across from the tip of the Baja peninsula sits an island immersed in Mexican culture and history. It is called Mazatlán and is considered the Pearl of the Pacific. Even before the Spanish conquered Mexico, indigenous people known as the Totorames inhabited the surrounding areas of Mazatlán. Remnants of their civilization, including their highly stylized pottery and sculptures, are still on display at the famous Museo Arqueologico. While in Mazatlán, make time to watch a game of ulama. This ancient form of handball has been played for thousands of years and still has a fierce following in this little corner of Mexico. The hill-screened harbor of Mazatlán served as a perfect hiding place from pirates looking to surprise the rich galleons that plied the coast. Today, these same hills invite travelers to explore hiking trails and limestone caves. Tourism is now booming here, as evidenced by the Golden Zone, a stretch of high-rise hotels and pristine beaches. The city's downtown is filled with restaurants, theaters, boutique stores and open-air markets. One of the most impressive is the Teatro Angela Peralta, a magnificent, neoclassical building that routinely hosts state cultural festivals. And if it's festivals you're after, the Carnaval here is considered by many to be the third-biggest celebration of its kind in the world. It may have you dancing in the streets until the wee hours of the morning, celebrating your trip to Mazatlán.
American Express Travel OfficeNicknamed the " Pearl of the Pacific," Mazatlan offers everything from full-service all-inclusive resort life to intimate villas, hotels and private residences available for short- or long-term rental. When romance is in the air and you're in the market for a fantastic Wedding destination, you find that Mazatlan is just the perfect spot. Besides the great resorts, and the beautiful colonial sights, you will also find a great variety of activities to do in this beloved destination, if you are a nature lover, you can’t miss the Ecological Tour to the Teacapan Reserve or the Tour to The Three Islands, if you are more into historical events, you will find the Colonial Tour very amusing and if you enjoy excitement and being in touch with nature, Sport Fishing will be your deal. Don’t forget to get full American Express coverage and book your Ground Transportation with us. You will be greeted by our staff at the airport, receive full assistance from our representative at the hospitality desk and have access to our 24/7-customer service phone number. Get savings for Excursions. Call at 913 0600 and an American Express representative will deliver tickets/vouchers to your hotel at no charge, or simply visit our web page at www.americanexpressdsmmexico.com You can exchange your currency at the American Express Travel Service and Foreign Exchange Offices in Mazatlán, where you will find: ![]() |
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