People all over the world will be celebrating St. Paddy’s Day this year with a green beer in hand and a leprechaun’s hat on their head in a range of shamrock inspired parties that will take place this March 17th. Why not celebrate St. Patrick’s Day in a whole new way this year? Head to Cancun, Mexico, where the combination of Irish and Mexican traditions will create a St. Paddy’s Day fiesta you’ll always remember.
Caprichos at Villa Del Palmar Cancun: Irish Buffet and Show
Enjoy a totally Irish themed night at Caprichos restaurant at Villa del Palmar Cancun, where you will enjoy Irish recipes prepared for the Caribbean climate and a live band that is sure to get your toes tapping in true St Patrick’s Day form.
Tequila Tasting in Cancun’s Party Center
OK, so it is not Guinness and Jameson Whiskey, but it is a Mexican tradition that shouldn’t be missed. Much like the Irish celebrate with their dark ale and Irish whiskey, Mexicans celebrate with the golden goodness of tequila. Stop by the Herradura Museo Sensorial in the heart of the Hotel Zone for a brief history and learn how to make tequila from beginning to end. While you’re there, don’t forget to try out the various flavors that will have you looking at tequila in a whole new way. See if you can spot a green tequila!
The Jolly Roger Pirate Ship
Experience Cancun’s #1 Night tour aboard the Jolly Roger, where a horde of swashbuckling pirates will put on a show like nothing you’ve ever seen before. Stand back as the motley crew swordfight till the bitter end in a battle you won’t want to miss. On this tour, the cannons explode and the cups overflow for an entertaining evening unlike any other. St. Patricks Day will be an extra special night of fun and entertainment.
Hit the Strip in Cancun’s Hotel Zone
Finding a pint of gat or an Irish Car Bomb on St. Paddy’s Day shouldn’t be an issue on this side of town. Cancun’s Hotel Zone offers such a large variety of nightclubs, bars and restaurants that everyone will be able to find something to suit their fancy. Be sure to stop by the Irish Pub Restaurant & Bar for a more traditional St. Patrick’s Day celebration.
Spend a Day Far, Far Away
Well, not too far… Isla Mujeres is close enough to Cancun to spend a day, but it’s still far enough away that you can escape the hustle and bustle of Cancun’s party life. For those looking to escape St Patrick’s Day craziness, this little island is home to some of the most divine landscapes in the world. Kick back and relax beachside or head out exploring, either way you won’t be disappointed you came. Book a day tour through the resort concierge or make your way to where the ferries take off just 5 minutes from Villa del Palmar Cancun, for a do-it-yourself experience.
