The name “Cozumel” is derived from “Cuzamil” meaning “Land of the Swallows” in Mayan. Since this was a favorite destination of these migratory birds.

During Pre-Hispanic times, it was an important commercial maritime center and the most important sanctuary dedicated to IXCHEL, the goddess of the fertility.

Today, Cozumel is Mexico's busiest cruise ship port and with over 80,000 inhabitants, it is the country's largest and most populated island.

The island measures approx. 30 miles (48 km.) long, and 9 miles (14 km.) wide and it’s located just 12 miles off the Coast of the Yucatan Peninsula in the state of Quintana Roo.

San Miguel is the Island’s only town, its main waterfront boulevard is a paradise for dedicated shoppers but don't stop there! Be sure to venture inside the town to explore its quaint side streets, cafes, churches and the dizzying array of shops and regional restaurants! Continue on to the “Mercado Municipal” or Municipal Market for a glimpse of the real Mexico. Here you'll find the locals, mostly direct descendents of the legendary Mayans going about their daily lives.

Inland, there is jungle and swamp, lagoons, home to tiny mammals and endemic birds that have never left the island.

Cozumel enjoys 3 unique eco-systems: Jungle, mangroves and reefs. The famous PALANCAR BARRIER REEF is over 19 miles long (2nd largest in the world only after Australia's Great Barrier Reef) runs the length of the Western Coast and it’s lined by tranquil white sands beaches, while the eastern side faces the Open Sea and features strikingly magnificent beaches, although most are unsafe for swimming. There are several beautiful sheltered bays; the loveliest are Chen Rio and Playa Bonita.

Whether you want to explore the fascinating sites and beaches, dive, golf, shop till you drop or visit the nearby Mayan sites like Tulum Chichen Itzá, and the sacred nature paradise of Xcaret or just want to kick back and do nothing more strenuous than listening to the sound of the waves crash against the shores, count on us to make your visit to Cozumel “The Perfect Island Holiday!”