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Isla Holbox is part of the Mexican state of Quintana Roo, located in the north west corner of the state where the Caribbean Sea meets the Gulf of Mexico. This Holbox island was founded by pirate descendents in the year 1873 AD. The name, Holbox, in Mayan means "Black Hole". The primary means of earning a living then as well as today is by fishing. The produce of the seas has sustained this treasure over centuries. Over time Holbox island has slowly gained entrance into the world of tourism.

Isla Holbox Quintana Roo Mexico part of Yucatan Peninsula

Holbox Island is 40km long and 2 km wide with 34 km of white sandy sometimes isolated beaches. The northern side is primarily beach while the south side is primarily mangrove and wildlife sanctuary home to a diverse amount of wildlife. Most of Holbox island is unreachable other than by boat and remains uninhabited. A refreshing sea breeze is constantly blowing.

Holbox Island isolated beaches and mangroves

Isla Holbox Ariel Shot Town in the middle.

The center of town is the town plaza or square. Here in the "zocolo"( Spanish word for plaza) you will find the center of activity of the island. The town's basketball court, child's play park, the Catholic church, the police department and city hall as well as several restaurants, small guest lodgings, Holbox island's internet shop and several small grocery or "general" stores surround the square.

Isla Holbox Main Town Square/Park

Main Street on the Plaza

During the fall of 2007 the state government under governor Felix Gonzalez, re designed the town square of Holbox Island. Below are some photos of the new plaza.

Important Information Please Read !

The island of Holbox does not have a bank, only one ATM machine -Bancomer (how often it is stocked is any one's guess!) nor many places that exchange money. IT IS BEST to arrive to the island with MEXICAN PESOS as many establishments do not accept credit cards, travelers checks, personal or business checks, other currencies (Euro, Canadian Dollar, Pound Sterling generally not accepted, only non Mexican currency usually accepted is the US dollar). Isla Holbox has very limited cellular phone signal- service as of this writing.

Isla Holbox Annual Activities Calendar

Holbox Island, like many places in Mexico, will celebrate the "Carnaval"or pre Lent festivities so common in very Catholic countries. Carnaval takes place the weekend before Ash Wednesday ( the beginning of the Catholic period of fast called Lent) and will go to Fat Tuesday, the night before the 40 day fast period begins. Usually in Feb or early March) Isla Holbox has a small parade, music and much excitement for those who wish to celebrate Carnaval in a small town.

Float Carnival 2003 Isla Holbox

The Holy week period is a traditionally very busy time on Holbox island simply because it is a traditional Mexican travel time and schools, factories and businesses are closed. Locals and those from afar enjoy the island during this two week period of vacation.

Every April 14 the Day of Saint Telmo is celebrated. This is a small island fest part of tradition that has lasted over decades. Dancing and traditional food for all..

May 13 is the Day of the Heads as well as the Virgin of Fatima day. This day is celebrated with dances, drinking, and eating of pork. The head of the pig is part of this days celebration. The whole island comes out and enjoys this fest and you will too if you are on the island for it!!

The month of June is when the annual party honoring the settlement of the Holbox island community.

Over the last year, 2010-2011, Isla Holbox has grown up a bit. The island now has a movie house, which is part of a mall type place right in the main down town area.

Entranceway to Mall from street

Back of Mall Ave. Tiburon Ballena

The new town square or zocolo.

New House of Culture
families escape the heat of Merida or the hustle and bustle of Cancun and retreat to Holbox island. During the summer months of July and August, the island is busy hosting many Mexican families. In August the annual Family Fishing

As Isla Holbox is a hidden quiet relaxing place off the Yucatan, many tournament is held. Here both parents and children can participate together and go for the big one!!

Isla Holbox fishing for the family Tatiana and Zak with their catch!!!

For more information or reservations, please email amigosholbox@hotmail.com Thank you, FRIEND!

Come visit Isla Holbox soon!!

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