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Cozumel - About Cozumel Reefs, Cozumel Island History & Helpful Information about the Island of Cozumel   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-18) Cozumel measures 28 miles long & 10 miles wide,and is world renown for it's dazzling white sandy beaches and the remarkable clarity of the multi-hued azure Caribbean ocean in which it rests. Cozumel itself was a sleepy little fishing community until 1961, when a Frenchman by the name of Jacques Cousteau declared us one of the most beautiful scuba diving areas of the world. In addition to the spectacular open water diving, the region of Cozumel and Akumal are well-known for the underground rivers that honycomb the porous limestone of the Yucatan which provide some of the most beautiful cave and cavern or "cenote" diving in the world. www.cozumel.net /about   (761 words)

Cozumel - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia Cozumel (Mayan: Island of the Swallows) is an island in the Caribbean Sea off the eastern coast of Mexico's Yucatán Peninsula, opposite Playa del Carmen. Diving is still a primary draw, but Cozumel built a deepwater pier in the 1990s (causing some damage to the reefs) so that cruise ships could easily dock there, and it is now a regular stop on cruises in the Caribbean. Cozumel is different like other places for example, cozumel have a lot of reefs that other places not have, the ruins, the cenotes, rustic places like “el cedral” that is located in the south part of the island, the island “isla de la pasion “, and ”punta sur” that is a beatiful place. en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Cozumel   (1057 words)

Cozumel, Cozumel Mexico - www.cancun.com Cozumel is an island of countless attractions in the middle of the sea of excitement. Cozumel vacations are ideal to put your feet up and unwind, since its waters are tranquil and transparent, perfect to practice any water sport; you will find the second largest coral reef in the world underneath and you'll feel compelled to SCUBA dive and snorkel. Cozumel 's east coast has long virgin white sanded beaches and strong surf where, when swimming is not recommended, the views are dramatic. www.cancun.com /Cozumel   (508 words)

Cozumel Cozumel hotels are all on the island's west side. Tours to Cozumel, departing from Cancun and the Riviera Maya, and tours to area attractions departing from Playa if you are staying on Cozumel. The island of Cozumel is legendry among divers and snorkelers. www.docancun.com /cozumel.htm   (1715 words)

Cozumel Mexico Travel Info : TravelYucatan.com Cozumel is situated near the eastern tip of the Yucatan Peninsula in the State of Quintana Roo. In Mayan, Cuzamil [Cozumel] translates to "land of the swallows," a reflection of the indigenous birds that inhabit the island. Cozumel was a port-of-call on the gum and coconut export route from Central America. www.travelyucatan.com /cozumel_mexico.php   (1849 words)

Cozumel travel guide - Wikitravel Cozumel is also a favorite cruise ship stop, and can at times have as many as 5 cruise ships docked (which have consequently damaged some of the reefs). SCUBA diving — Cozumel is one of the premiere scuba diving destinations in the Western Hemisphere. Cozumel, being in Mexico, is rife with alcohol. wikitravel.org /en/Cozumel   (677 words)

Cozumel: About Our Island The Mayans believed that Cozumel was the spiritual home of Ixchel, the Mayan Goddess of fertility and love, and Mayan women are said to have journeyed from all parts of the vast Mayan empire to worship at her shrines on the island. In fact, the name Cozumel comes from the Mayan word "Cuzamil-Pectin" or "Land of the Swallows" because, as legend has it, she thanked the women for dedicating temples here to her by sending her favorite bird as a sign of gratitude. In 1848 Cozumel's population began to grow again as it was reinhabited by Mayan and white Spanish refugees from the long and bloody Caste War on the mainland. www.cozumelmycozumel.com /Pages/AboutCozumel.htm   (801 words)

Cozumel, Mexico Eighteenth century Mayan scribes, in the Book of Chilam Balam of Chumayel, describe Cozumel as the center from which the Earth children multiplied 'like bees from a hive of honey.' Women crossed the 12 mile, 3000 ft. deep channel from the Yucatan to pay homage to Ixchel for whom at least thirty shrines were built. The majority of Cozumel's visitors make their way to these waters resulting in substantial coral degradation at Chankanaab, Corona and Yucab reefs while Paraiso was practically destroyed by the construction of the new cruise ship terminal. Cozumel Dive Map by Franko's Maps is one of the most detailed dive maps of Cozumel that we have seen. www.great-adventures.com /destinations/mexico/cozumel.html   (3726 words)

Cozumel, interesting History of the Island Grijalva's ships were driven south by the currents to Cozumel but contrary to Valdivia's experience, the local people deserted their coastal villages to hide in the inland forests. It was here, on the island of Cozumel, the easternmost outpost of the Maya world, that her sanctuary was established around 800 AD. In 1511, when eighteen shipwrecked survivors drifted in a small boat to the eastern shore of Cozumel, islanders gave thanks for their bounty and Captain Valdivia and seven other Spaniards were promptly sacrificed at her altar and eaten. www.cozumel-mx.com /Cozumel.html   (951 words)

HighBeam Encyclopedia - Cozumel   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-18) COZUMEL [Cozumel], resort island, c.190 sq mi (490 sq km), Quintana Roo state, Mexico, in the Caribbean Sea off the E coast of the Yucatán peninsula. Cozumel's new strategy does away with ad men, marketing pros. With added airlift, Cozumel expects rise in occupancy levels; but hotel association chief claims rates are still bargains. www.encyclopedia.com /html/C/Cozumel.asp   (249 words)

Isla Cozumel, Cozumel mexico official destination website With a Mexican heart and a Caribbean soul, Cozumel is a paradise where tradition, flavor and joy come together. Cozumel's mostly undeveloped territory at the center of the island is covered by jungle and swampy lagoons, which are home to tiny mammals and endemic birds that have never left the island. This huge protected area at the southern tip of the island includes Punta Celarain and its historical lighthouse, as well as the Colombia Lagoon, a shelter for many of the island's endemic species, as well as other endangered forms of life, such as marine turtles and their nesting areas. www.islacozumel.com.mx   (205 words)

Cozumel Hotels - Hotel and Resort Reservations and Information on Cozumel Cozumel Palace Cozumel Palace is an all inclusive resort that exhibits a beautiful combination of spacious colonial design with touches of contemporary Mexican décor. Cozumel is one of the greatest destinations in the Caribbean and we will feel proud to be the ones to lodge you when you visit this heavenly island. Melia Cozumel Cozumel is one of the jewels of the Caribbean where you will discover some of the worlds most spectacular coral reefs. www.virtualmex.com /cozumel.htm   (2811 words)

Travel Guide For Cozumel and The Mayan Riviera Cozumel, gem of the Mexican Caribbean, is located twelve miles off the southern coast of the Yucatan, just across from Playa del Carmen and nearby Akumal. Cozumel is a destination for people seeking a relaxing, laid back vacation that includes the island's world renowned diving or snorkeling its fabled coral reefs. Cozumel's west coast is where you'll find the majority of the island's development. www.virtual-showcase.com /llc/isla/cozumel.html   (195 words)

Islands.com | Cozumel Four decades ago, Cozumel, Mexico's largest island, was a quiet fishing hamlet that received only a handful of visitors each year. Cozumel's most secluded beaches are on the largely deserted east side. DIVING Much of Cozumel's 20 miles of reef –; including the deep walls and canyons of Columbia Pinnacles – are best left to the experts. www.islands.com /cozumel   (784 words)

Cozumel Travel and Scuba Diving We use a variety of well established dive operators in Cozumel, but prefer Dive Paradise for their consistent quality, variety of boats, variety of locations and just plain friendliness. Cozumel is located 550 miles southwest of Miami. Cozumel is Mexico’s largest island measure 33 miles long by 9 miles wide. www.aquadreams.com /cozumel.htm   (422 words)

Cozumel Beachfront Properties: FAQ   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-18) The Cozumel beachfront land we are selling is owned by private parties whom have owned the properties for long periods of time. Cozumel Beachfront Property Company is a Mexican corporation with a variety of stockholders. Cozumel Beachfront Property Company does not finance the property because we do not own it. www.cozumel-properties.com /faq.html   (1976 words)

Cozumel vacation rentals, villas and homes, Cozumel Mexico-frequently asked questions Cozumel Vacation Rentals is proud to be a member of the Better Business Bureau and the BBB OnLine. At Cozumel Vacation Rentals, our normal office hours are 9am-3pm, CST, Monday through Saturday but we are on-call 24 hours a day/7 days a week for emergencies via our radio telephones and all guests are given that number. Due to the scheduling of flights in and out of Cozumel, it is possible to have one group arrive and another group depart on the same plane. www.cozumel-vacation-rentals.com /questions.htm   (1799 words)

Cozumel Vacation Villas full service property management agency Other options are major carrier to Cancun with connections to Cozumel via a 15 minute puddle jumper flight (call Mexicana Airlines for these flights) or the ferry service from Playa del Carmen (a city 40 miles south of Cancun). If you are not aware of any charters flying from your home area, please contact a local travel agent and specifically ask for a charter flight to Cancun or Cozumel. Cozumel is inhabited only on the inland side. www.cozumel-villas.com /faq.html   (1136 words)

Travel Guide For Cozumel and The Mayan Riviera Cozumel, gem of the Mexican Caribbean, is located twelve miles off the southern coast of the Yucatan, just across from Playa del Carmen and nearby Akumal. Cozumel is a destination for people seeking a relaxing, laid back vacation that includes the island's world renowned diving or snorkeling its fabled coral reefs. Cozumel's limestone shore is surrounded by temperate, crystal clear waters which range from stunning turquoise to deep indigo. www.cozguide.net   (195 words)

The Seattle Times: Travel: Cozumel is back in cruise-ship mode Beautiful Cozumel is welcoming back the cruise ships, which were left without docking space after Hurricane Wilma. Two of the three cruise piers are open again, and 16 cruise ships now dock each week, a number that's expected to reach 40 during the winter season. Cozumel was probably hit the hardest of any place in Yucatan, Mexico, its mangrove trees stripped of leaves, the cruise piers pummeled. seattletimes.nwsource.com /html/travel/2003443226_cozumel26.html   (260 words)

Travel Impressions: Hotel and Resorts in Cozumel Come to Cozumel, where the past meets the future and where the beauty of the beaches meets the mystery of the Mayan Culture. Rich in history and in natural wonders, tourists are invited to explore ancient Mayan ruins on the north side of the island and to visit the sanctuary of the fertility goddess Ixchel at San Gervasio. Known as “the Land of the Swallows”;, Cozumel is the largest island in Mexico with one existing town called San Miguel. www.travelimpressions.com /destinations/mexico/czm/czm.html   (290 words)

Cozumel Travel Guide | Fodor's Online Aside from the 3% of the island that has been developed, Cozumel is made up of expanses of sandy or rocky beaches, quiet little coves, palm groves, scrubby jungle, lagoons and swamps, and a few low hills (the maximum elevation is 45 ft). A mainstay of Cozumel's mood is the isleños, descendents of the Maya who have inhabited the island for centuries. The minute you step off the boat, you'll get a sense of how small Isla is. The sights and properties on the island are strung along the coasts; there's not much to the interior except the two saltwater marshes, Salina Chica and Salina Grande, where Maya inhabitants harvested salt centuries ago. www.fodors.com /miniguides/mgresults.cfm?destination=cozumel@54   (387 words)

Cozumel Mexico Vacations - Cozumel Hotels and Resort Packages Cozumel is just as beloved for its tantalizing blend of the best of Mexico and undeniable Caribbean charm. Visitors to Cozumel enjoy the diverse pleasures of San Miguel’s cafés, restaurants and boutiques; plus a lush jungle interior, white sandy beaches and sparkling blue waters that wash over Palancar, the second longest reef in the world. Cozumel Travel Specialists ensure you experience the vacation you are looking for — allowing you the peace of mind you deserve while enjoying your travels throughout Cozumel, Cancun, Mayan Riviera and Yucatan peninsula. www.mexicotravelnet.com /cozumel.htm   (508 words)

Cozumel Vacation Villas - Vacation rentals, homes, condos and property management - Cozumel, Mexico Cozumel Vacation Villas offers you private vacation rentals in several locations throughout the island, ranging from private luxurious homes to convenient condos. Flight options to Cozumel have improved in the last year. For those unable to fly to Cozumel you can still fly into Cancun and make a short trip to the island via taxi and ferry. www.cozumel-villas.com   (181 words)

Cozumel Dive Shops, Cozumel Hotels, Vacation Home Rentals, Live! Web Cam, Cozumel Restaurants, Services, Etc. Main ...   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-18) And for all of you who want to have a stay in Cancun, we have a Cancun Hotels Directory of select hotels for your choosing. Be sure to join our Cozumel Bulletin Board and stay informed about all things Cozumel. You can check our Cozumel News Section from time to time just to see what might be going on here on the island. www.cozumel.net   (889 words)

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