3rd Edition of the Cozumel Ironkids and the Cozumel ITU World Cup 2015

This October, the National Triathlon Circuit will be held along with the Iron Kids Thriatlon. Children will participate in different categories. The entire event will be hosted at the FONATUR Marina. The ITU Triathlon World Cup (Elite category) offers a once-in-a-lifetime-experience.

More information: http://www.triathlon.org/events/event/2015_cozumel_itu_triathlon_world_cup

The 22ndAnnual FCCA Cruise Convention

This year, Cozumel will host the Annual Convention of the Florida Caribbean Cruise Association (FCCA), who will bring together 90 percent of the cruise industry. The most important cruise event worldwide will be held from October 5th to 9th and will join the presidents of all the major cruise lines that host millions of tourists every year.

More information: https://www.regonline.com/builder/site/Default.aspx?EventID=1703770

Cozumel will host the 7th Annual Festival of Birds

Through educational, scientific, artistic, recreational and cultural activities, bird aficionados can participate in the promotion of conservation and environmental awareness, the balance of ecosystems and their relationship with humans.

More information: https://www.facebook.com/Cozumel-Birding-Club-251773881695339/timeline/

Cozumel Installs Braille signage and offers Braille menus

As part of the refurbishment project of the "Benito Juarez" Park, the City Council of Cozumel installed Braille signage in the most important sites, in order to make Cozumel an accessible and inclusive island. Braille menus where delivered to the following restaurants: Rock n'Java; Tex Mex; and Noodle Bar.

More information: http://www.cozumel.gob.mx/2015/index.php/sala-de-prensa/comunicados/2342-se-entregan-menus-en-braille

The Crown Rooftop opens at the Coral Princess Hotel & Dive Resort Cozumel

Located in the northern part of the hotel zone, at the terrace of the Coral Princess Hotel & Dive Resort, The Crown Rooftop is the new weekend entertainment space under the stars in Cozumel. This exclusive adults-only venue offers games, music, food and drinks as well as a beautiful lounge area with a Jacuzzi, available Thursday to Sunday.
More information: https://www.facebook.com/TheCrownRooftopCozumel

Meliá Vacation Club Cozumel All Inclusive & Golf launches new guest entertainment

Meliá Vacation Club Cozumel All Inclusive &Golf is now offering to their guests the opportunity to try target shooting with paint ball guns, joining a list of activities like batting cages, archery games and a balance beam located at the Pirate themed Park, another unique area in the resort devoted to fun and family life.

More information: http://www.melia.com/en/hotels/mexico/cozumel/melia-vacation-club-cozumel/activities.html

Interjet increases its frequencies from Mexico City to Cozumel

Starting on September 12th, Cozumel will have a much better air connectivity with Mexico City. Seven flights per week will be offered with a non- stop service on its route: Mexico City- Cozumel.

http://www.interjet.com/Home.aspx?Culture=en-US

MetLife IRONMAN 70.3 Cozumel will take place on September 20th

The fourth edition of MetLife IRONMAN 70.3 Cozumel will start in Chankanaab Park at 7:00 am. More than 2,000 competitors from 36 countries are going to participate in a 1.18 miles (1.9 km) swimming course, 56 miles (90.1 km) bike course and 13.1 miles (21.1 km) run course.

The athletes will compete to obtain one of the 50 qualifying slots of the 2016 IRONMAN 70.3 World Championship.

 http://www.ironman703cozumel.com/home_ing.asp

Iberostar Hotels & Resorts renews its property at Cozumel

Iberostar Cozumel will remain closed during September 2015 to renovate their facilities. The Spanish brand announced the refurbishment project that includes the main lobby, balconies, staircases and rooms. The concept of their restaurants will be refreshed to offer a better experience to their guests; the re-opening is planned by next October.

http://www.iberostar.com/en/hotels/cozumel/iberostar-cozumel

With a new and fresh concept, Cozumel Palace Hotel introduces Fish Spa

Cozumel Palace, a family oriented all-Inclusive luxury resort in Cozumel, is pleased to announce the opening of its new and freshly renovated Fish Spa, which offers an additional experience to their guest at the beauty salon. The Fish Spa is a pioneering treatment in the world of Therapy and Wellbeing, using the authentic medical fish, Garra Ruf.

http://palaceresorts.com/en/activities-amenities/spa

Cozumel Scubafest announces the 5 winners of the 2015 Golden Diver award

During the gala dinner for the 2015 Golden Diver Awards, the third generation of men and women who have left a legacy for the benefit of our eco-systems, will be recognized. The ceremony will take place at Convention Center of Cozumel on December 12th, 2015.

http://www.cozumelfest.com/

Natural Maya invites you to the Bird Watching Workshop in the heart of the island

Dare yourself to explore Cozumel in small groups, to discover through diverse routes, scenarios and eco-systems, the home of 19 native species and sub-species.

Bird Watching is a specialty on Cozumel Island, and can be practiced throughout the year. Daily tours are available.

http://www.naturalmaya.com/birding_cozumel/?lks=0&sec=11&ln=en

The Cozumel Parks and Museums Foundation issues an invitation to participate in its 2015 Sea Turtle Workshops

The Cozumel Parks and Museums Foundation began its Turtle Observation Workshop in July, and it is programmed to take place every night until the end of August. Participants will have the chance to accompany biologists from the parks foundation to document the behavior of sea turtles along their nesting habits. The Turtle Releasing Workshops will also begin on August 15, continuing until the end of October; participants will have the opportunity to observe the little sea turtles break out of their shells, leave their nests and head for the sea. Both of these educational experiences will take place in the Punta Sur Ecological Park and 100% of the fees will be destined for conservation programs.

Fourth edition of Mr Sancho’s Triathlon to be held

Mr. Sancho´s Beach Club in Cozumel, with the backing of the Mexican Triathlon Federation, is inviting triathletes, amateur athletes and the general public to take part in the Fourth Edition of Mr Sancho’s Triathlon which will take place on Sunday August 23, starting at 7:00 am in the beach club’s facilities. As in past editions, this event will offer the SPRINT category: a 750 m. swim, 20 km bicycle race and 5km run; and the OLYMPIC category: a 1,500 m. swim, 40 km bicycle race and 10 km run.

The Sunscape Sabor hotel in Cozumel announces new renovation project

AMResorts, owner of the luxury Sunscape Sabor hotel, is pleased to announce the construction of a “U-Lounge” which will be located in the lobby area of the Sunscape Sabor Hotel in Cozumel. This area will be ready at the end of this year and will have a contemporary and comfortable atmosphere, created especially for its “Unlimited Vacations Club” members.

Turtles nest on the beach at the Cozumel “Meliá Vacation Club - All Inclusive & Golf”

This year the beach at the “Cozumel Meliá Vacation Club” has discovered two nests made by the Caretta marine turtle species. Experts calculate that by mid August 83 eggs will hatch in nest number 001 and 102 eggs will hatch in nest number 002.
“Cozumel Meliá Vacation Club” promotes the conservation of various sea turtle species by implementing special programs with actions carried out on different levels: the beaches are cleaned on a weekly basis, and workers on the preservation project are given special training to make them aware of the importance of preserving this species. All guests are also invited to take part when turtles are released so they can learn about the importance of conserving these members of the chelonian family.

Hotel B Cozumel celebrates its fourth anniversary

The Hotel B Cozumel celebrated its fourth anniversary on July 18 by offering guests a day full of different activities and challenges, giving them the chance to experience the services offered by the hotel. Paddle boarding, snorkeling, art, cooking, body paint, yoga and an unbeatable sunset are some of the activities that were enjoyed by those who took part in the fourth anniversary of the Hotel B.

“La Casa del Habano, Cigar, Bar, Restaurant & Lounge” opens its doors in Cozumel

For lovers of good food, “La Casa del Habano, Cigar, Bar, Restaurant & Lounge” opened its doors on July 15 in Cozumel. La Casa del Habano invites diners to try a new style in cuisine in a relaxed atmosphere, offering the best in service and an ambiance where they can share unforgettable moments and a delicious mojito while watching a beautiful sunset.

The Cozumel Scubafest will offer a new route for advanced divers this year

This year the Cozumel Scubafest will be even better and will offer new tourist products focused on making the most of the scuba diving experience in the Yucatan Peninsula. The new route for advanced divers will visit reefs on the northern part of the island, the Xicoténcatl sunken ship and Cozumel’s sinkholes. These nine dives require experience and courage, as well as a passion for adventure, and divers must have an AOWD (Advanced Open Water Diver) certification.

Aeroméxico offer direct flights from Mexico City to Cozumel

Aeroméxico, the largest airline in Mexico, announced that starting October 1st it will begin to operate a daily, non-stop frequency withits Mexico City – Cozumel route. This new flight will operate using Embraer 145 equipment with a capacity for 50 passengers.

With this new service Aeroméxico will consolidate its presence in the Mexican Caribbean and Cozumel will become its 46th domestic destination.