Mexico's Gulf Coast

Acapulco

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Forget what you’ve heard about Ibiza or South Beach. The best nightlife in the world is in Acapulco, the Spring Break capital on the shore of the Pacific. Set in beautiful Acapulco Bay, at the point where the mountains come crashing to the sea, Acapulco attracts a diverse crowd to party at some of the world’s best clubs, in a beautiful and inviting environment.

The party is raging in Acapulco 24 hours a day: in the afternoon, join the crowd at one of the classic pool parties, held under the consistently sunny, warm, and clear skies. If you can drag yourself away, you can take advantage of Acapulco’s great attractions: watching cliff divers tempting death by leaping more than 60m into the crasing waves; riding on horseback along beautiful Playa del Oro, or exploring exceptional surf, restaurants, and secluded beaches in surrounding areas like Isla La Roqueta, Barra Vietja, and Puerto Marquez. Be sure to check out world-class clubs like Palladium, where you’ll dance to top DJs in front of 160 ft wide glass windows that provide a view of incomparable Acapulco Bay. With miles of golden beach and some of Mexico’s best shopping, Acapulco is a gorgeous setting for an unforgettable S-Trip! adventure.

Palladium was the sickest club I’ve ever been to.

Featured Excursion

Shotover Jet

This jet boat ride is the best way to combine breathtaking thrills with the diverse wildlife of this fascinating region of Acapulco. Experience great excitement as o...

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Featured Hotel

Hotel Copacabana

Hotel Copacabana is the Spring Break capital of Acapulco. Located directly on Acapulco’s main beach and central to all of the attractions of downtown and all the be...

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Highlights
Shopping
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Art & Culture
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Chill Factor
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Excursions
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Nightlife
*****
Sports
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Beaches
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Food
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Location Info
  • Location
    Pacific coast of South-Western Mexico
  • Countries Visited
    Mexico
  • Language
    Spanish. English is widely spoken in tourist areas
  • Currency
    Mexican Pesos [MXN] or US Dollars [USD]
  • Travel Time
    About 7 hrs flight from Toronto & Halifax, 4 hrs from Vancouver
  • Climate
    Hot and sunny! Yearly temperature average 27-32C
  • Transportation
    Efficient bus system and widely available, easy to catch taxis
  • Calling Home
    00 1 (area code) phone number
  • Electricity
    100 Volts AC 60 Hertz, using the standard North American plug. No need for adapters or convertors!
Travel Info
  • Passport
    A passport is recommended, but not required for Canadian citizens traveling to Mexico. A Driver's License or Health Card as well as a document proving Canadian Citizenship [Birth Certificate] are required for passage to Mexico and reentry into Canada. Note: All passengers connecting through the United States require a valid Canadian or American passport as of January 23rd.
  • Visas
    A 180 day Mexican government tourist card (Tarjeta de Turista), normally required for all tourists traveling to Mexico, is included in the price of the Student Trip package.
  • Vaccinations
    Please check with Health Canada.
  • Health Insurance
    We highly recommend comprehensive travel insurance from RBC.
  • Important Contacts
    Canadian Dept. of Foreign Affairs - (800) 267-6788; Mexican Government Tourism Office - (800) 446-3942
  • Additional Information
    Internet available in most hotels and internet cafes in town.