Puerto Escondido, ideally  located on the Emerald Coast of Oaxaca, is a paradisical spot for both the  solitary traveler and the adventurous family. Free of gaudy high rises and  exhorbitant tourist prices, it is the perfect melding of locals village and tourist destination. Whether you want to surf or lounge, fish or shop, eat or  dance, Puerto Escondido has it all.

An aerial view of the area would show the Sierra Madre mountains in the north and a jungle to the south, both  coming right up to Oaxaca's Emerald Coast, Puerto Escondido. Puerto has two seasons, the summer/wet season, and the winter/dry season. With temperatures ranging from 75-95 in the summer and 65-85 in the winter, it's the perfect tropical climate. Sunrise enjoyers will want to bring a sweatshirt for the breezy dawns; otherwise, a wardrobe of swim suits, shorts, and t-shirts will suffice. Most important: bring sun screen.