Beach close to town?

[alschmid]

We are planning on doing an ATV excursion in the morning and stopping in town for lunch (any recommendations besides Pancho's?) Would like to check out a beach after lunch, any place somewhat nearby we should go to? We are in port until 7pm.

[milkcoffeecruiser]

When we took the Carnival's Highlights and Shopping excursion, the guide walked by Panchos and had discount coupons...obviously he got some benefit if we went there. We sure had a look at it, the restaurant is nice and the prices definitely exceeded our expectations...it was very expensive. The guide was then quick to point out a place called Chosa, close to the center where food was excellent and prices very reasonable. There were also a lot of locals there. We were told the closest beach is about a 10 minute drive from the center.