Three beaches in Mexico to enjoy Easter for less than 3,500 pesos

Mexico's geographical location makes it a megadiverse country, not only because of the culture that prevails among its people but also because of the innumerable amount of natural resources available throughout the country.

From the warm and calm turquoise waters of the Caribbean Sea to the south to the icy waves of the Sea of Cortez to the north, data from the Secretariat of the Navy (SEMAR) indicate that Mexico is a bioceanic country with 11,122 kilometers of coastline, where sun, salt water and sand make up a great diversity of beaches that both tourists and locals can enjoy.

This 2022, the Easter holiday period is scheduled to take place between April 11 and 22. The warm weather of the season and the days off represent the perfect opportunity to visit some of the country's beautiful beaches, however, the large influx of people usually saturate the lodging services and skyrocket the prices of some destinations, so here are three options of beaches for visit this holiday at an affordable price.

La Saladita, Guerrero

Although the Port of Acapulco is the most famous coastal region in the state of Guerrero, the area of Ixtapa - Zihuatanejo has been positioning itself in recent years as one of the most popular places favorites of tourists who seek to discover new beach destinations throughout the paradise that is Mexico and, in this way, La Saladita beach has been hogging an influx of tourism.

The penetrating blue color of the Pacific Ocean and the impressive wild landscapes of the area have captivated the attention of thousands of tourists, mostly foreigners, to visit this eco-tourist beach in the state of Guerrero. It is also an ideal destination for water sports such as surfing or paddle boarding.

The tranquility of the environment and the sunsets of orange and pink tones have made La Saladita one of the most recommended beaches to visit this Easter week because, although it has gained popularity, the amount of tourism it receives during this holiday period is nothing comparable to that of beaches such as Caleta or Puerto Marqués receive in Acapulco.

Getting to this beach in the state of Guerrero is very easy. If you depart from Mexico City, you will need to board a bus from Terminal Poniente to Zihuatanejo, which, depending on the line you travel on, will cost approximately 800 to 1,200 pesos per person only one way.

La Saladita is approximately 40 minutes from downtown Zihuatanejo, so to visit it you will need to board a taxi with a fare of between 200 and 300 pesos to the site. In terms of lodging, we must consider that this beach in the state of Guerrero is eco-tourism, so there are no large hotels nearby, however, many of the surrounding establishments allow you to camp on the beach for an estimated fee of 100 pesos per night.

If camping is not an option, there is the possibility of staying in Zihuatanejo where, according to the tariff site Booking.com, there are modest and comfortable hotels with rooms available from 570 pesos per night.

Casitas, Veracruz

On the eastern side of the country, the peaceful waters of the Gulf of Mexico touch territory in the states of Tamaulipas, Veracruz and Tabasco. Unlike the Pacific Ocean, the beaches of this region are characterized by their soft waves and fine sand, as well as their beautiful sunsets and the natural diversity that it houses.

In the state of Veracruz, Casitas Beach has become a favorite to visit thanks to its calm and rustic atmosphere; with gray sand and warm waters, this beach is ideal for disconnecting from the routine and enjoying the serenity of the sea.

Near this enigmatic beach you can also visit places such as the town of San Rafael, which was a French colony during the first third of the 19th century or Papantla, famous for being one of the largest vanilla producers in the world. Following the emerald coast it is also possible to reach Barra de Tecolutla where tourists can take a boat tour through the mangroves to admire the flora and fauna of the region.

From the Terminal Oriente in Mexico City you can board a bus that makes different stops in the states of Puebla and Veracruz, such as Teziutlán, Nautla and Casitas. The personal cost for a one-way ticket, depending on the line you want to travel on, ranges from 400 to 600 pesos.

Regarding accommodation, the Trivago tariff site points out that it is possible to find comfortable and simple hotel rooms from 800 pesos per night, however, there are also more expensive overnight options whose price per night reaches up to 2 thousand pesos.

Tortuga, Michoacan

Michoacán is undoubtedly one of the most contrasting states in Mexico; it is often believed that its only tourist destination is the capital of the state, Morelia, rarely Mexican tourism remember that this state borders the imposing Pacific Ocean, which makes it worthy of housing some of the most beautiful beaches in the country such as Playa Tortuga.

Located in the municipality of Lazaro Cardenas, Playa Tortuga is an almost virgin area that is located on a piece of the state's coastline, which has been preserved as a coastal sanctuary with a peaceful environment for ecotourism.

Its crystal clear waters and calm atmosphere are due to the fact that this beach is located in a bay, away from the hustle and bustle of the city and the large crowds that other beaches tend to face during the holiday period. This place is ideal for spotting different species of sea turtles, as well as for enjoying the enigmatic sunsets with family, partner or friends.

To get to know this peaceful beach in the state of Michoacán from Mexico City, you will need to board a bus at the South Terminal bound for the municipality of Lazaro Cardenas. The journey is approximately 11 hours and the cost of a one-way personal ticket ranges from 800 to 1,200 pesos.

Regarding accommodation, the tariff site Booking.com points out that the cost per night in a simple hotel in the municipality of Lazaro Cardenas with services such as swimming pool, Wi-Fi, garden, television and air conditioning is 522 pesos, although it is also possible to spend the night in more expensive hotels whose price per night ranges from 1000 pesos 200 to 800 pesos.

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