Introduction to Cozumel

One of the world's top dive destinations, Cozumel offers undersea reefs with fairy-tale landscapes, while its stunning Caribbean beaches lure landlubbers. San Miguel, the island's only town, is small and pleasant, if not beautiful. Residents congregate around the plaza Sunday evenings to enjoy live music and chat with friends. Cozumel enjoys popularity with cruise ships, so the town's waterfront is lined with jewelry stores and souvenir shops. Don't worry: This is as far as most cruise-ship passengers ever venture. A secluded sunset beach is never far away.
Beaches
Sunbathing on pure white sand, sipping Dos Equis beer under a palapa hut, soaring over the surf on a parasail: The surfside options are nearly endless at Cozumel's beach clubs. Head to large, all-inclusive resorts for the best in modern beach amenities, or make your way to Playa San Francisco or Playa Palancar for quieter, simpler days in the sun. Cozumel's southern and eastern shores are lined with smaller, sun-kissed beaches, nearly deserted and free of charge.
Things to Do
Imagine the Native culture that dominated Cozumel for centuries at San Gervasio. The small, inland ruins were a ceremonial Maya center from 1000 BC, drawing worshipers of Ixchel, goddess of women, the moon and fertility. Visitors absorb more of Cozumel's history at the Museo de la Isla de Cozumel. The main floor explores the island's natural history, including indigenous animals and the formation of coral; upstairs, you'll find exhibits about human history with cannons, swords and ship paraphernalia.
Eating and Drinking
Breakfast rules at Cocos Cozumel. A glass of tropical fruit juice and a local favorite, huevos divorciados (fried eggs on corn tortillas), start a Caribbean day off right, but you can opt for ham and eggs if you prefer. El Moro is a local favorite, serving up fresh enchiladas, a chicken dish called pollo Ticuleño and platters of fresh seafood in its humble orange-colored dining room. Inventive seafood and vegetable combinations form the elegant tapas creations at La Cocay.
Nature
Cozumel ranks as the number-one diving destination in the Western Hemisphere. Dozens of local dive shops outfit divers for exploration of Cozumel's finest underwater nature displays: Palancar Reef, famous for its undersea caves, canyons, fish and colorful coral; Santa Rosa Wall, an exceptionally deep reef with sea life, coral and sponges; and Yucab Reef, with vivid coral displays.
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