# Holbox Island, down Mexico way - Link: https://mywalkabout.net/holbox-island-down-mexico-way/ - Published: 2024-09-07T09:06:35-07:00 - Author: My Walkabout **So random it was **that I found out about Holbox Island. I believe I just started an internet search for out of the way secret gems around Cancun. Holbox intrigued me, so I settled on a place, booked my flight, and the day after Christmas I arrived in the Cancun airport, found my ride, and started the almost three hour journey northward…. ![](https://i0.wp.com/mywalkabout.net/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/IMG_1139-2.jpg? resize=640%2C480&ssl=1) **Having been to Mexico** a few times over the Holidays, I was looking for a more laid back trip this time around. Nothing more than relaxing at the beach, long walks in the surf, and perhaps exploring the jungles. As soon as our boat docked, I was picked up a side-by-side, and we slowly made our way through the sand streets, trying to avoid large rain puddles, as a major storm had just rolled on through the area. The vibe was exactly what I was looking for. ![](https://i0.wp.com/mywalkabout.net/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/IMG_1160-2-1.jpg? resize=640%2C360&ssl=1) **I get checked in smoothly**, and have a evening beer on my deck as the sunset lights up the evening sky in brilliant hues. My dinner on the beach was so satisfying. I could tell that I’d made the right choice. ![](https://i0.wp.com/mywalkabout.net/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/IMG_1213.jpg?resize =640%2C360&ssl=1) **The next day a cold front** came rolling through, bringing the temperatures down into the 70″s. Brutal for some, but it made the beaches less crowded (not that they really ever were). I walked from my casita back to town, enjoying the free-style life of the locals. ![](https://i0.wp.com/mywalkabout.net/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/IMG_1204-1.jpg? resize=640%2C360&ssl=1) **I find a jungle preserve to explore**, sighting local birds and ocean life, as well as an area for kite surfers to play. Drinks on the beach, reading a book, eating savory food when hungry. This was the life. ![](https://i0.wp.com/mywalkabout.net/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/IMG_1239-1.jpg? resize=640%2C480&ssl=1) **New Year’s Eve was here**, my last night on the Island. The hotel threw quite a party right below my room. Being solo, I just enjoyed the festivities from my deck, with the music keeping my up past midnight. It has been years since I’ve seen midnight, let alone be up to ring in a New Year. ![](https://i0.wp.com/mywalkabout.net/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/IMG_1186-2.jpg? resize=640%2C480&ssl=1) **I take** one last long walk along the quiet beach to start 2024. The lack of sleep the night before will serve me well on the flight home. ### Share this: * [ Email ](https://mywalkabout.net/holbox-island-down-mexico-way/?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20Holbox%20Island%2C%20down%20Mexico%20way&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywalkabout.net%2Fholbox-island-down-mexico-way%2F&share=email) * [Post](https://x.com/share) * [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share) * [ WhatsApp ](https://mywalkabout.net/holbox-island-down-mexico-way/?share=jetpack-whatsapp) * [ Nextdoor ](https://mywalkabout.net/holbox-island-down-mexico-way/?share=nextdoor) * [ Threads ](https://mywalkabout.net/holbox-island-down-mexico-way/?share=threads) * [[ * [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) * [ Reddit ](https://mywalkabout.net/holbox-island-down-mexico-way/?share=reddit) ### Like this: Like Loading…