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The result is a place where you can enjoy the finest amenities in an idyllic natural setting. While the region has only recently been experiencing modern development, it has a rich and colorful history. The area was originally settled by the Tututepec tribe in pre-Hispanic times; the Zapotec, Mixtec and Aztec Indians later established important trade routes here.

With the arrival of the Spaniards, the town of Santa Maria Huatulco was established, along with the village of Santa Cruz Huatulco, which served as a major port for the Spanish trade in the Pacific and the Orient. With the development of the Acapulco-Orient trade route in 1560, Huatulco fell into economic decline until the region was invaded by English pirates in the late 16th century. While the buccaneers used it as a hideout for a time, eventually the area settled down to become a tranquil land of fishing villages, which it remained until recently.

Today, Huatulco is being groomed to become a leading ecotourist destination--the first of its kind in the Western Hemisphere--with an emphasis on preserving the natural environment while providing world-class amenities to the savvy but socially conscious traveler. The city of Santa Cruz Huatulco faces the marina on the Bahía Santa Cruz. The town’s main square affords cool shade and an artisans’ market, plus a number of shops, restaurants and bars. Not far away is the charming city of La Crucecita, which features restaurants, bars, shops selling Oaxacan handicrafts, a municipal market and one of the country’s most picturesque main squares.

A short 40-minute flight takes you from Huatulco to Oaxaca City, the capital of this rugged Mexican state. Although the city was founded by the Spanish in 1529, the area has been inhabited for thousands of years by advanced native cultures such as the Zapotecs and Mixtecs, whose ancient ruins are considered to this day important archaeological sites.

Clear, blue water and shimmering white sand...the natural beauty of Huatulco’s nine bays provides an excellent backdrop for a wide variety of water sports. Whether you enjoy swimming, diving, snorkeling, windsurfing, sailing or just sunbathing, you’ll find facilities at each bay to make the most of its unique offerings.

Bahía Conejos: This lovely bay features calm waters and soft golden sand, making it a perfect choice for swimming, diving or sun worshiping. For a more active way to enjoy the beach, horseback riding is available here.

Bahía Tangolunda: This beautifully developed bay features several restaurants, a variety of water sports and an 18-hole beachfront golf course, all dotted along its five delightful beaches.

Bahía Chahue: This wide-open bay features two incredibly beautiful beaches—Esperanza and Tejón.

Bahía Santa Cruz: The bay has three exceptional beaches: Santa Cruz, with its proximity to town and beachfront dining; Yerbabuena, remote and secluded but easily reached by boat; and La Entrega, with its excellent snorkeling, popular boat excursions and rustic seaside eateries.

Bahía El Organo: Gentle waves and soft sand make this strand perfect for water sports or just relaxation.

Bahía Maguey: Palapa-style restaurants line this bay’s 1,300-foot shoreline.

Bahía Cacaluta: Lush, remote and secluded, this bay is excellent for exploring the area’s plant and wildlife.

Bahía Cuachacual: Natural mangroves, exotic plant life and Playa La India, one of the area’s prettiest beaches, come together to create this idyllic cove.

Bahía San Agustín: The westernmost and widest bay in the area, this shoreline is famous for its offshore island, abundant reefs and salty seafood.

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