Not going back to Cozumel

Although the water is beautiful in Cozumel... we got ripped off from the greedy locals left and right. I NEVER have the desire to return. We stayed in Iberostar all inclusive. The resort property was beautiful and the staff was nice however you can't snorkel right off the coast as advertised. DO NOT fall for the rental car scam at the airport... it's a scam to get you hooked into a time share. After an hour wasted at the airport when we got there, our overall vacation just went downhill from there. The only highlights were the beautiful huge iguanas on the resort property and Chankanaab state park where we swam with dolphins. Otherwise not at all what we expected for the $$ we paid.

Great for: Beaches

Last Visit: April 2009

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Mexican Gallery in Cozumel.....

Sorry, I didn't read your review sooner....I too bought a bracelet for $1,400..to find out it was a fake, too....

Great for: History/Culture

Last Visit: February 2009

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Diamond Port Mexican Gallery Cozumel

Please everyone stay away from the Mexican Gallery and Diamond Port. I bought 2 rings that were supposed to be tanzanite only to find out when I returned home I had spent a 1.000.00 on fakes. If you used a charge card to purchase you have 90 days to dispute your purchase so I,ve turned my dispute over to the charge card folks trying to get some of my monies returned. Good Luck to those of you who are still trying. Cozumel is so pretty and folks so nice its ashame that you have to get ripped off during a visit.

Great for: Beaches, Scuba/Snorkeling, Budget Travel

Last Visit: November 2008

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Traveler Beware! Lobster House Restaurant

Went for Lobster at the Lobster House, which has been rated fairly high for a nice dinner. STAY AWAY! We were robbed of $45. Waiter wanted to show us the Iguanas in the surrounding trees upon our exit. The manager came out a few moments later and told us we didn't pay enough. 2-$20 bills and a $5 bill was removed from the payment. All reviews indicate VISA/Master card are acepted. We were told "I'm sorry we do not take cards" It took every penny we had to pay the $138 bill plus be kind and leave a nice tip. Also, the restaurant has a very foul smell - like sewer.

Last Visit: January 2008

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Don't Buy Jewelry from DIAMOND PORT

I bought a bracelet from Diamond Port, which they said was real and I found out once I got here that it was a fake. Getting in contact with them has been a pain the ass. DO NOT PURCHASE ANYTHING FROM DIAMOND PORT, they even said they were a sister company of Diaomond International trying to make themselves seem honest. Not having any luck trying to solve the issue yet but still working on it

Last Visit: September 2007

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Don;t shop at Diamond Port sold fake rings

We bought 2 rings which we were told were tanzinite to find out later that they were fake. Trying to get hold of them to resolve it. Not having much success. Don't shop at Diamond Port.

Great for: Beaches, Scuba/Snorkeling

Last Visit: November 2007

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Top-Ten Destination at a Bargain Price!

Cozumel seems to be one of the safest places in Mexico. Diving is top-ten in the world and very inexpensive ($55 for a two tank 5- hour trip). Hotels are cheap, too. The city is quaint and nice. However, increased volumes of tourists from the cruise ships (up to eight ships dock per day!) have raised prices on food and activivities, and caused a more "touristy" feel. If you plan on doing anything that a cruiser would do, you pay more....such as eating, shopping, activities such as boating and sea doos, etc. But, if you stick with diving and hotels, it's inexpensive....since the cruisers haven't driven up those prices. A bargain destinantion with some of the best diving in the world! Summer is very hot, very humid, very uncomfortable. Nov-Feb is optimum, with little rainfall. Water temp is 78-81F year round. CAUTION- AVOID BIKE AND SCOOTER RENTALS....THEY ARE EXTREMELY DANGEROUS AND ACCIDENTS ARE SEEN DAILY. USE TAXIS IF POSSIBLE INSTEAD OF RENTAL CARS TO AVOID PROBLEMS WITH POLICE WHO SETUP CHECKPOINTS AND HARRASS AMERICAN DRIVERS ON OCCASSION. TAXIS ON COZUMEL ARE GENERALLY HONEST, BUT WEAR YOUR SEATBELT. THE HIGHWAYS ARE DANGEROUS AND EVERYONE DRIVES WITH RECKLESS ABANDON THAT HAS TO BE SEEN TO BE BELIEVED.

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Great diving

A divers paradise, but maybe not for everyone.

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Coz vs. Cancun No Contest

My wife and I have visited Cozumel 4 different times, 3 times via plane and once via a cruise ship. Last summer we visited Cancun. We just wanted to see what all the fuss is about. We will probably never visit Cancun again. The Coz is the best! Wonderful water and beaches... great snorkeling. Plenty of shopping... who wants shopping and most of all, a place where you can relax and wash away all the stress of the U. S. We stayed all three times at the El Cozumeleno, an A.I. resort about 3 miles from town. There is no need to ever leave the resort unless you just want to. You must somehow find your way around to the other side of the island, either by rental car or scooter. Be careful, not all drivers are the best. There plenty of places in town to kick up your heels, but who needs it. Kick back in a hammock and relax.

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A Vacation in Paradise!

Cozumel was beautiful! Very welcoming,family oriented atmosphere.Everyone we met was very nice.Snorkeling was wonderful!Beaches were rocky-a few sand fleas,but pools were all we needed. We never got sick nor did our 2 year old,food was great.The airport was very clean and nice.Very relaxing and peaceful-do as much or as little as you want there.We would definately go back!!!

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