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tropical beach in Holbox island, Mexico

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Overview

Isla Holbox (hol-bosh) has sandy streets, colorful Caribbean buildings, lazing, sun-drunk dogs, and sand so fine its texture is nearly clay. The greenish waters are a unique color from the mixing of ocean currents, and on land there's a mixing too: of locals and tourists, the latter hoping to escape the hubbub of Cancún.

Attractions

Must-see attractions

  • Punta Mosquito

    Punta Mosquito

    Isla Holbox

    On the eastern side of the island, Punta Mosquito is about 2.5km east of the downtown area. It has a large sandbar and is a good place to spot flamingos…

  • Punta Coco

    Punta Coco

    Isla Holbox

    On the western edge of the island, about 2.5km from downtown, Punta Coco is a great sunset beach.

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