Here are 30 great reasons to visit Cozumel in a special guest photo article by Matt Kohn, who recently spent 10 days on the island.

Taken from his travel, fitness and positive psychology blog, A Different Hunger, Matt says he was inspired to write it because "Cozumel is a beautiful place!"

For a limited time only, visit this fantastic all-inclusive getaway on a private island by off-road Jeep and pay just $60 per adult! (usually $65)

After an exciting all-terrain journey through the Cozumel jungle, you'll arrive for an unforgettable day of relaxation away from crowds.

Cozumel is dressing up in stars and stripes to celebrate United States' Independence Day, tomorrow.

Tourists, locals and the island's American community are looking forward to a special event downtown that will include live music, local crafts and plenty of food and drink.

Work started on the construction of a new pier at Carnival's Puerta Maya port, in Cozumel, at the end of last month.

With an investment of over $20 million, a new "arm" will be added to the existing pier to allow three ships to be moored at the cruise line's terminal at the same time.

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!