Manzanillo is a one of a kind city, beautiful beaches, relaxing scenery, and yummy restaurants. Now and then though, it is nice to take a trip out and see other parts of Mexico on a day trip. There is plenty to do and see within a short drive of the city. And that brings us to this month's poll:

Best Manzanillo Day Trips

Now is your turn to share: Where is your favorite day trip or adventure from Manzanillo? Where is the best place to go to "get away from it all" after enjoying fun in the sun here in Manzanillo? Don't see it on the list? Select other and be sure to let us know what it is in the comments!

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Here is some information on these day trips:

El Salto Waterfalls - Just 45 minutes North of Manzanillo is a 100 foot tall waterfall called El Salto. During the rainy season it is a sight to see. You can have a picnic there, and even play in a water park that is fed by the river. Locally ran tourist company at Exploring Manzanillo offers packages. http://crazywolf78.webs.com/

La Manzanilla - From the La Manzanilla site http://www.lamanzanilla.com: "A small village of around1000 inhabitants. La Manzanilla has a long, curving, gently sloping beach with gentle surf extending for about a mile. Good swimming, diving. Numerous palapa restaurants line the beach. he quaint, sleepy fishing village of La Manzanilla, Mexico is tucked away in the southeastern corner of the pristine and yet to be discovered Bay of Tenacatita! "

Barra de Navidad - Barra de Navidad is a beautiful little town to the North of Manzanillo. 30 minutes out, and a world away, if you thought our fair city was laid back, you are in for a shocker! Enjoy local restaurants, beautiful calm beaches, local markets, and spend the day hanging in a hammock watching the waves roll in. Did you know that this lovely town is actually closer to Manzanillo Airport then Manzanillo itself? http://www.tomzap.com/barra.html offers a wealth of information on exciting activities there.

Colima Archaeological Site - The El Chanal & La Campana sites feature items that go back as far as 600 AD. It is Colima's largest known prehispanic settelment. Exploring Manzanillo offers packages for a trip there. Also this site provides lots of history on the subject: http://colima.zonamagica.org/index.html. If you go there don't for get to stop into Comala and buy some ponche!

Colima Volcano - Colima's own volcano! Within driving distance from the city of Colima stands the famous twin peaked volcano of Colima. Fire and Ice, one peak is very active, while the other can sometimes be seen to have snow on top of it! This is a live volcano, and there are some adventurous tour operators that will take you as close as possible. One of these intrepid and brave individuals can be found here: http://colimavolcano.blogspot.com

Cuyutlan Sea Salt Harvesting - Remember this post we did a while ago? Cuyutlan Sea Salt Factories
This is world famous sea salt. See it up close and personal! Have your senses a-salted. Even the most well seasoned traveler can add some spice to their life in Cuyutlan... none of that was punny...=

Tecoman / Pasquales Surfing - Some of the best, most intense surfing in Mexico. Yearly competitions that are often visited by professional surfers like Andy and Bruce Irons. Home of the famous Green Wave. The surf here is not for the faint of heart or the beginner surfers... but it's amazing to watch! http://www.colimamagic.com/colimamagic/id7.html Not for newbies!

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2. Colima Volcano- Photo Friday
3. La Manzanilla Costalegre
4. Salt Factories Of Cuyutlan
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