Cancun, Mexico

Nestled in the heart of the Mexican Caribbean, this natural paradise is referred to by many as a Garden of Eden. No doubt, the first explorers to arrive found a splendid and beautiful land of promise that included fine powdered sand and sapphire waters and emerald-green vegetation all bathed by a brilliant sun in the celestial sky.

Today's Cancún was born in the 1970s as a popular tourist destination, boosted by massive foreign investment in the hotel industry. The city has continued to grow into a perfect combination of natural beauty and man-made facilities. It is an ideal place for visitors to come, year after year, later returning home with unforgettable memories and experiences. Cancún exists today as a mixture of its a pre-Hispanic past, a vanguard culture, unlimited entertainment, and enclaves of unspoiled nature.

For fun and satisfaction, there is an unlimited variety of bars and restaurants in the city catering to a visitor's every whim. It is impossible to leave here without visiting at least one of the popular spots that the island's nightlife has to offer.

Hotel Zone

For a healthy and natural option, vegetarian meals can be savored at the restaurant 100% Natural . Italian cuisine can also be enjoyed on the island at Gustino Italian Grill , Casa Rolandi , Aioli , La Dolce Vita which has been in Cancún for years, and the moderately-priced Fantino among many others.

For children and adolescents, there is nothing more entertaining than the theme restaurants Planet Hollywood Cancún , Rainforest Cafe , and Hard Rock Cafe Cancún .

Among other popular eateries is the restaurant El Cambalache , which specializes in Argentinean cuisine. Seafood lovers should go to Lorenzillo's , Sushi Itto and the Crab House . For those seeking a cut of prime rib can turn to Ruth's Chris Steak House Cancún and La Capilla Argentina Steakhouse . There are also many restaurants offering a wide range of international dishes such as Señor Frog's and Harry's .

When the daytime fun has ended, it is time to venture out into the nightlife, in this city that never sleeps. The "in" crowd gathers at Bulldog , Daddy'O and Daddy Rock . For a real crazy time, you can go to one of the most popular clubs in South America called Coco Bongo . For Latin music, go to Azucar .

Spots that definitely should be included in any after-hour itinerary include, Señor Frog's , where the atmosphere gets hotter as the night transpires, and Carlos & Charlie's in addition to Pat O' Brien's Cancún , where people party until dawn. Bar Roots is a famous place where you can listen to all types of music and has a sports bar feel. Some places have open-air dance floors overlooking the ocean, all of which have a bilingual staff.

Downtown

Outside of the hotel zone there are other establishments that have the same excitement and interest as the hotel zone, although there are less of them. Japanese food can be splendid at Yamamoto . For a little bit of international cuisine, there is Casa Rolandi , which serves up moderately-priced Italian food. Tacolote is a popular Mexican restaurant where the dishes combine homemade goodness and great flavor. Romantic dining can be found at Habichuela , where romance takes center stage upon the cozy, delightful patio. For a more enlivened scene, check out Roots Jazz Club to hear music until dawn and enjoy a light meal or strong drinks. This splendid island city not only preserves its natural beauty, but also offers an array of activities to enhance a visitor's stay. Don't forget to bag up a slice of the Mexican Caribbean to take back home.