Cozumel Ideal Place for Retirement in Mexico

Cozumel Ideal Place for Retirement in Mexico

Cozumel, the largest Caribbean Island and busiest cruise port, is often overlooked as a great place for retirement in Mexico. However, the island is known for being a very safe, beautiful, and peaceful place.

“Cozumel is the safest place to visit in Mexico, and is most likely much safer than the city where you currently live,” says Ric Hajovsky, who lived on the island from 1977 to 1990. He and his wife returned to Mexico for a job, but have recently returned to Cozumel for retirement in Mexico.

Cozumel is also home to a number of beautiful natural wonders. Naturally, the Caribbean Sea and white beaches are a must see. However, the island is also home to the Great Mesoamerican Reef, the second largest barrier reef in the world. Sea turtles, giant lobsters, and green eels are only some of the rich wildlife that can be seen near the reef. Tourists who prefer to stay dry can visit the seafood shacks and palapa-shaded restaurants along the coast. Turtle tours are also available.

Presidente Intercontinental Cozumel Resort and Spa is one of the most popular hotels on the island. When the hotel was completely destroyed in 2005 by Hurricane Wilma, everyone worked very hard to restore and reopen the resort. The resort reopened in late 2006 and featured new furnishing, whirlpools tubs, and other updated amenities. Hotel workers also worked to resort Mayan ruins and indigenous plant life.

The island is also known for contributing to the tolerance and peace in Mexico. In 2009, Cozumel was recognized by the International Committee for the Banner of Peace, a United National affiliated organization founded in 1935 to preserve humanity’s cultural wealth and celebrate the unity of diversity. In 2010, the Committee for 100 Cities for Peace recognized the islands efforts at promoting tolerance and peace in Mexico.