More than 350 canoeists had an emotional paddle from the mainland to Cozumel and back, at the end of last month.

The sea and wind made them battle hard, as they took part in the 2014 historic Travesía Sagrada Maya, or Mayan Sacred Journey.

A whopping 273 pound Blue Marlin helped the winning team to victory in the "Mexico Boat Rodeo" fishing tournament in Cozumel, earlier this month.

Made on the first day of fishing, the catch proved unbeatable and led the crew on the Marlin Negro to victory.

The whale sharks will soon be back on their seasonal migration again.

Take our tours from June to September to swim with these magnificent animals around the tip of the Yucatan peninsula, about 75 miles (120 km) from Cozumel.

There are only a few months each year when they make their visit, so make sure you see them while you can!

Westin hotels confirmed, this week, they are building a new 14-story beachfront hotel on Cozumel's north-west shore.

Speaking exclusively to This is Cozumel, Aletia Salas, spokesperson for Starwood hotels, the American owners of Westin, said the island provides "the ideal setting and a perfect balance".

A great way to get to know a place and its people is by visiting the local market, and the same is true in Cozumel.

The island's Municipal Market - or Mercado Municipal - is not big and the architecture is nothing special, but the produce on sale and the smiles of the vendors are well worth a look.

Many visitors to Cozumel want to relax and get away from crowded cattle-boat tours.

Our new Cozumel sailing tour offers exactly that, with a fun and enjoyable trip to the remote north coast of Cozumel.

Combine sailing, snorkeling, lunch, drinks, great music and beautiful coastline on this unforgettable excursion.

Our most exciting new Cozumel tour yet, this is not for the faint hearted: a thrilling 700hp jet boat ride!

As your captain hits the gas you'll feel the adrenaline rush, soaring across the waves at up to 45mph (72kph).