I have been to Isla Mujeres before, but it was a day trip and I really didn't get to see much of the island. We decided instead of heading to Playa, this time we would stay in Isla proper. The island is only about 5 miles long by 1/2 a mile wide. The downtown area is quite populous as opposed the southern tip where we are located. I recommend this arrangement as you get to enjoy the serenity and can still go in town when needed.
The first night here tequila was my friend, by the next day we had made enemies.
Monday
Tequila and Ceviche -- not a good combo
We ate at Villa Roladi which is supposed to be one of the best restaurants on the island. It did not disappoint~ We ordered Calamari for an Appetizer, then I had a mixed Ceviche. Other dishes where curry shrimp, sea bass, scallop salad, panna cotta and creme brulee. Did I mention the Margaritas were good~
Tuesday
Tuesday was spent adventuring around the Island. Cass and I hopped on the golf cart, limited at about 10 mph, and headed into town. After a few wrong turns we ended up at the north end of the island. Lunch was at a small fish place with a wonderful view and the beach as the floor. We had seafood stew and it was wonderful!
We then found ourselves some prime beach front real estate and lazed the afternoon away. We also hit up a taco stand on the way home, it was Tuesday after all. There was a Mexican grandma making the tacos in the back so you can imagine how good they were.
Wednesday
This morning we joined in on a yoga class. The class was held in a beautiful dome shaped building made especially for yoga. The class was wonderful and relaxing. To top off our spa day we added in a massage overlooking the ocean. I can only be thankful.
Next we went to the locally owned Garaffon park. I would say skip this. The snorkeling is less than average, and the people there tried to screw us on the peso to dollar rate. The beaches on the north side are much better and I would rather pay for a nice snorkeling trip.
For Dinner we made fresh red snapper on the grill. Yum!
Thursday
We went to cooking class at Lolo Lorenas. We had lots of fun and learned to cook some local fare. The menu included chicken enchiladas, red sauce, green sauce, pico, home made corn tortilla and seafood soup.
Friday
Beach day
Since we had been to the North side before we knew this beach was the best. We rented a palapa and hung out for the day. There was massage on the beach, which we took up, and I highly recommend it. We ate at Cafe del Mar and the ceviche and fish tacos were fab.
For dinner we went to Casa O's which was also wonderful. It is a quaint little place with a wrap around outdoor seating that faces the ocean. The margaritas were so good and quite lethal. I recommend the grand marnier top shelf on the rocks rita.
Saturday
Because of the previous nights festivities Saturday was more of a chill day. We took the golf cart out only to find food. A small local place proved to have good take away tacos. On E's way home from diving he scored 18 fresh lobster tails. Dinner was amazing!
Sunday
More lazy-- and pizza from pizzeria Rolandi~
All in all I ate and drank to much on this vacay. I am ready for lettuce and the track. Isla is a small little island, where the people are friendly and the atmosphere is relaxed. Some thing that were fun to do was cooking class by Lo Lo Lorena. If you are into Massage you should have one on the beach, which is very inexpensive, or have one in the luxury of your own space with Mary Ann.
Where we stayed in Isla Mujeres
http://www.casazama.com
We rented a house on the South Side of the island called Casa Zamas. The house was beautiful with a breathtaking view and came with breakfast every day. It was not on the beach but by golf cart you could access anywhere you needed in a short time. The house had a cart but I would get one in town where it is less expensive right when you arrive.
Massage in Isla Mujeres
http://www.isla-mujeres.net/massage/maryann.htm
For Massage call Marianne she does a great job and is super Nice.
Yoga in Isla Mujeres
http://www.isla-mujeres.net/massage/maryann.htm
You can also contact Mary Ann for private or group yoga in Isla.
Cooking Class in Isla Mujeres
http://lololorena.com/
I always like to take a cooking class when I travel. It is fun, and who wouldn't want to learn regional cuisine. Our class was taught by Lolo Lorena. We had lots of fun. I recommend this to any food loving person. You get to eat what you make as well.
Don't Miss
The Chocobanana Oreo Cookies
I have never had these before and I am not sure If I can get them in the US, but the chocobanana Oreos were FaB!
Other Pics of food we cooked and around the Isla
