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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. There are three areas of the city that offer some of the best nightlife.
Hotel Zone
For a healthy and natural option, vegetarian meals can be savored at the restaurant 100% Natural. For Mexican cuisine at its best, try Pichanchas. For Yucatan specialties stop by El Mexicano. For a bit of nostalgia, try Bogart's, it has decoration inspired by the movie "Casablanca" and is located inside the Hotel Krystal. And for those seeking food from Spain, it seems as if the Spaniard's never left at Correo Español and Tapas and Pinxos. Sushi lovers can enjoy some fresh delicacies in at Nami Sushi Lounge located in the luxurious Gran Meliá Cancun.
Italian cuisine can also be enjoyed on the island at Bacco's, Casa Rolandi, Aioli, La Dolce Vita which has been in Cancún for 17 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 Café, and Hard Rock Café Cancún.
Among other popular eateries is the restaurant El Cambalache, which specializes in Argentinean cuisine, Iguana Wana, with modern music and international dishes in an informal and festive environment; Lorenzillo's, the Blue Bayou with its flavor from New Orleans and those that specialize in seafood such as Sushi Itto, the Crab House and Faro's. For those seeking a cut of prime rib can turn to Ruth's Chris Steak House Cancún, Outback Steakhouse Cancun and Steak. There are also many restaurants offering a wide range of international dishes such as the Santa Fe Beer Factory, Señor Frog's and Savio's.
When the daytime fun has ended, it is time to venture out into the nightlife, in this city that never sleeps. Live music sounds at Cat's Reggae Club, in Caribbean native rhythms. The "in" crowd gathers at Christine's, 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 and those who love jazz can go to Cassis Jazz Bar, where there is usually a live jazz band.
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. For an amazing experience with Yucatecán food, try Gibb's Bar. Japanese food can be splendid at Yamamoto and at Buccaneer you can eat seafood upon a pirate ship. For a little bit of international cuisine, there is Casa Italiana, which serves up moderately-priced Italian cuisine and has a full wine bar. For those who say that Russian food is hard to find, this is not necessarily so in Cancún at Russian Terem. The two most popular mexican restaurants are Tacolote and Curva 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.
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