Get the most for your sun vacation dollar by including two unique destinations in one holiday. Modern Ixtapa and traditional Zihuatanejo are nestled side by side on the southwest coast of Mexico and are a refreshing combination of old and new.
Ixtapa has the best beaches, dining and nightlife and is the heart of heart of the resort area. Zihua is an old fishing town that still retains much of its unpretentious simplicity and charm. Not surprisingly, deep-sea fishing is very good here, or you can simply head to the morning fish market to meet the boats as they come in. Ixtapa is a favourite golf destination and has some challenging fairways on its top-notch courses.
An all-inclusive package with flights, accommodation, meals and drinks is the most affordable option. Zihuatanejo has handful of boutique properties and smaller, moderate hotels, but most of Sears Travel packages use the major resorts in Ixtapa. But be sure to sample some of the excellent restaurants in Ixtapa or some traditional Mexican fare in Zihua.