The state of Guerrero, central Mexico, is punctuated by miles and miles of incandescent coastline. Home to the quintessential pleasure resort of Acapulco, it is one of Mexico’s most touristic states, and yet it is also one of its poorest. Rugged topography means many parts of the region are secluded from the outside world. These images were snapped between two of the region’s best known tourist attractions: Acapulco and Taxco.
Once upon a time, Acapulco was the place to be seen. A place where Hollywood film stars mingled with the Nouveau Riche, Jet Set playboys flaunted their wealth, and starry cocktail parties played out under a canopy of unrestrained tropical hedonism. It was a place where glamour and elegance reigned. It was a place of [...]
The Bay of Acapulco after dark is a seductive and strangely hypnotic spectacle. Clusters of glimmering lights illuminate the hills like some rare jewel-encrusted tiara, silhouettes of great yachts dance upon the dark waters, and party cruisers criss-cross the waves on some spirited adventure, adorned with blazing neon hearts.
Nearby, on the shores and beaches, revellers [...]
Wednesday, October 21, 2009
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