Puerto Escondido isn't quite as accessible as the major resort destinations in Mexico, so you can take in the area's natural beauty without feeling overwhelmed by towering resorts or hoards of tourists. Puerto Escondido is especially popular with surfers since it's home to the legendary Zicatela Pipeline, one of the best surf spots in the world. If you don't know how to surf but want to learn, the Oasis Surf Academy pairs your surf lessons with Spanish classes so you can learn how to ride the waves and order food in a local restaurant all at the same time. Even if surfing isn't your thing, the laid-back surfer lifestyle is appealing to many. Puerto Escondido is a small town and several hours away from the nearest big city, Oaxaca, so there isn't a lot to do. This is the place to go when you want to escape and spend your days reading on the beach and eating fresh-caught seafood, without any pressure to sightsee or do touristy things.