Like many sun destinations Mexico, the ‘season’ is October through May. June through September, most tourists will find the days hot and humid. If you do travel during ‘summer’ months, be sure to find a hotel with air conditioning. The busiest times of year are Christmas and Easter.

There are two airports that most visitors use to get to Zipolite: Puerto Escondido and Huatulco.

From Puerto Escondito (72km / 45 miles)

From Huatulco (51km / 32 miles)

The drive, depending on traffic, is comparable both by time and cost - budget at least 1:15 and 700-1000 pesos depending on how you book. The most affordable taxis are found outside the terminal.

There is public transportation - but we’ve not tried this.

Yes, Zipolite is a safe place to visit! Of course, exercise caution as you would in any foreign destination.

• Be aware of your surroundings.

• Avoid walking alone on the beach at night.

• Don’t flash valuables or cash, including while using ATMs.

• Be mindful of your valuables while you’re at the beach.

• While the culture of Zipolite is very 420-friendly, the purchase of or sale of any illegal substances is ill-advised.

The surf and current in Zipolite is very strong and an abundance of caution should be used when venturing into the ocean. Listen to the local lifeguards and never swim at night. If you’re looking for a nearby beach with more ‘swimmable’ conditions, consider a short drive to Puerto Angel. Otherwise, enjoy the pools and, for us, a shallow splash near the shore.

Cash is king in Zipolite as many restaurants and shops don’t accept credit or debit, and Zipllite is known to have spotty wifi, so carrying some pesos a good idea. They will happily take your USD as well, but know you’ll be paying a grubby exchange rate. The good news is that more and more establishments are taking cards.

Yes, there are two. One is at Hotel Nude and the other is at Hotel Adoquin. It’s not unusual to find that both are out of cash, so plan ahead and don’t leave yourself with zero pesos. There are more ATMs in nearby Puerto Angel or Mazunte.

Probably not. The town is small and walkable, and taxis are available if you wish to visit nearby towns. The local public transport is also an option and very affordable… these are called the ‘camioneta’ or ‘pasajero’ - pickup truck with covered rear in which you can either hop in the cab or in back.

The other option is to rent an ATV or scooter while in Zipolite for a day trip.