Moon Handbooks Pacific Mexico: Including Acapulco, Puerto Vallarta, Oaxaca, Guadalajara, & Mazatlan (Pacific Mexico Handbook, 4th ed)

Covering everything from the perpetual summer of palmy Mazatlan to the south-facing beaches of Costa Chica, the fourth edition of Pacific Mexico Handbook provides the thorough detail that independent travelers need to plan a memorable trip. Bruce Whipperman not only details the renowned shopping and strolling in Guadalajara and the markets and merrymaking in Acapulco, but also recommends dining from seaside palapas to sunset-bathed clifftops, and well-maintained accommodations from beachside hostels to polished baroque hotels. This guide also includes comprehensive coverage of the culture and practicalities of lesser-known destinations, from the rich archaeological legacy of the scenic little island town of Mexcaltitan, where an annual regatta celebrates the shrimp season, to the tranquil furniture-making town of Ixcateopan, where the remains of Mexico's last Aztec emperor have been preserved.