Celebrate Cozumel Carnival, February 6 – 12, at Presidente InterContinental Resort & Spa

Cozumel, Mexico, January 12, 2013 --(PR.com)-- Cozumel Carnival, six nights of parades, music, street dancing and more return to the Caribbean island February 6 – 12.

With more than 130 years of history, the island’s spectacular annual Mardi Gras-like celebration includes dazzling processions along Cozumel’s downtown seafront with elaborate floats, dance groups and individuals in extravagant costumes.

Besides the evening parades, the week of Carnival is filled with live music performances and dance groups who manage to entertain crowds at practically every street corner in the downtown area.

For the best experience, Presidente InterContinental Resort & Spa, the only luxury resort on the island with a AAA four-diamond rating, is offering rates starting at $239 during Carnival week.

The acclaimed property, located on a half mile of white sandy beach and just steps from the world’s second-largest coral reef, features three restaurants; the Mandara Spa; snorkeling and scuba diving excursions through its in-house dive shop, Scuba Du; along with well-appointed guestrooms and suites.

Among its many accolades, Presidente InterContinental Cozumel Resort & Spa has been named one of the “Top 20 Resorts in Mexico” in Travel + Leisure Magazine’s World’s Best Awards readers’ survey. It has been recognized as a Fodor’s Choice 2012 selection and one of the few hotels named to Expedia’s 2012 Insiders’ Select™ list.

For reservations, call toll free from the USA (800) 327-0200 or visit www.InterContinentalCozumel.com.