Mexico

The country of Mexico, also known as the United Mexican States with its 31 states, is situated between the United States and Central America. The diverse country remains ripe with cultural riches, magical towns, and biodiversity.

Here, you’ll find everything from superb natural wonders, cosmopolitan cities and stunning architecture to white-sand beach towns and world-famous cuisine and more, from Baja California Sur to the Yucatán Peninsula.

Overview

Mexico is quite diverse and you can find a wide variety of travel experiences here but we tend to focus on three main destinations. Of course, if you want something unique and off the beaten path, we can accommodate that as well.

CABO SAN LUCAS - Located at the south end of the Baja California Peninsula, Los Cabos is a unique mixture of desert landscapes, beaches, and mountainous zones that are a sight to behold. Baja California Sur is a state surrounded by the magnificence of the Sea of Cortes and the Pacific Ocean, it is a real paradise between two seas. Los Cabos has something for everyone, regardless of the type of trip you want, be it a chill weekend or an adventurous experience, a budget vacation or an over the top splurge, rest assured you will find what you’re looking for in this great beach and desert destination, located in northwest Mexico. The laid-back lifestyle of Los Cabos will quickly grow on you, including the events held in the region that are always a stress-free experience from beginning to end.

PUERTO VALLARTA - You will find this coastal town framed by the mountains of the Sierra Madre Occidental of Jalisco and the immense Mexican Pacific Ocean. This fascinating tourist destination with red roofs, golden sunsets, and cobbled streets, possesses everything that makes for an incredible vacation: beautiful beaches, leading hotels, and a variety of restaurants and activities. Puerto Vallarta’s art offering is amazing, from crafts found in the flea market to the fleeting creations made by artists with the sand of the beach. Its art galleries, boardwalk, calm Banderas Bay waters -excellent for scuba diving, by the way-, and its endless nightlife, are some of the contrasts that Vallarta holds.

CANCUN / RIVIERA MAYA - Cancun is located in Quintana Roo, where Mayan culture shines on every corner. Surrounded by the breathtaking Caribbean Sea, soft coral sands, and the striking shade of blue that emerges from its crystal-clear waters, a visit to Cancun will make you wonder whether you are in a dream or else. The splendorous and mystical ruins will take you on an incredible journey back to the Mayan civilization.

Things To Do

Snorkel and dive amidst clear blues seas in destinations such as Los Cabos, Cancun, and Cozumel, where you’ll discover the world’s second largest barrier reef.
Explore the modern metropolises of Guadalajara and Mexico City, and the mysterious archaeological sites in the 13^th-century Mayan city of Tulum, and Chichén Itzá, the capital of ancient Maya.
Swim with wild dolphins in the Bay of Banderas off the coast of Nayarit.
Watch the sunset onboard a delightful catamaran in Cabo San Lucas.
Experience the relics of an ancient Mayan community deep in the jungle at Cobá where you can walk to the top of Nohoch Muul, the tallest ancient pyramid in Mexico.

Water

All major hotels and restaurants use purified water throughout. Most hotels provide bottled water in all rooms, and many hotels now have potable water delivered through their taps using an on-site purification system; there will be a note in your room if this is the case.

Best Time To Visit

Cabo - This region is dry and sunny year round. It only gets about 10” of rain each year. If you love to fish, go in the late summer or fall. The best time to visit is December through April as the area offers more temperate climate, with temperatures in the high 70s and 80s. It is also a great time for whale watching! Avoid the summer months as the temperatures get around the 90s F.

Puerto Vallarta - If you visit between April and June you will find less rain and fewer crowds. If you want to enjoy whale-watching, the best time to visit is between January and March. The temperatures are still temperate and remain in the mid-70s F. Summer are a wonderful time to visit with temps averaging in the mid-80s but they are also the highest in demand. The hottest temperatures occur from June through October, reaching the mid-90s F.

Cancun/Riviera Maya - November through April is hotter and drier. May through September brings the warmest temperatures with the highest humidity in the 90s F. Summer temperatures in general range in the high 80s and 90s F.

For all areas of Mexico, we recommend avoiding the months of March and April. We also would avoid the Christmas/New Year holidays. These are the busiest times of the year with the most crowds and also the most expensive time to travel.

Hurricane Season

Cabo - Runs from mid-May to November, but most stormy weather occurs in September.

Puerto Vallarta - Typically lasts from June to November, with peak activity from August to October. However, the city's location on Banderas Bay and surrounded by the Sierra Madre Occidental Mountains makes a direct hit from a hurricane very rare. Storms often divert out to sea before reaching land.

Cancun/Riviera Maya - Lasts from June to November, with a higher likelihood of tropical storms from August to October. However, hurricanes are rare, with the area only seeing two in the past 30 years.

Money & Tipping

Mexico’s national currency is the Peso, but U.S. dollars are widely accepted. Major credit and debit cards are widely accepted, particularly Visa, MasterCard and American Express. ATMs are available in most towns and are the most convenient way to get local currency, but for safety reasons should only be used during business hours.

Tipping is common in the United States: it is almost second-nature and practiced frequently at most service establishments. In many European countries, it is not so common or customary to tip people for services. In Mexico, not only is it customary, it is expected and appreciated in return for good service. Most people working in Mexico's tourism and service sectors rely on your tips to supplement their basic pay and they give good service to prove that it makes a significant difference to them. When you are traveling in Mexico, always keep some loose change in your pocket because you never know when you're going to need some of it for a tip.

Did You Know?

Cabo San Lucas is a lively town and marina at the very bottom tip of the Baja Peninsula and San Jose del Cabo is a colonial town about 20 miles (33 km) north and where the airport is located? These towns together are collectively known as “Los Cabos”.
The fact that Los Cabos lies at the tip of the Baja California Peninsula earned it the title of the “Land’s End.”
Los Cabos is considered the “Striped Marlin Capital of the World.”
During the winter, whales call these warm waters home, raising their young in the Sea of Cortez before migrating north.
Because the Sea of Cortez is one of the richest and most spectacular marine environments on earth, Jacques Cousteau coined this sea, “The Aquarium of the World.”
Puerto Vallarta is in the state of Jalisco but right next door there are also a lot of resorts located in the state of Nayarit and the resort area is called Riviera Nayarit. The airport is right on the border of these two amazing states that often combine forces with their tourism efforts.
Riviera Maya is located just south of Cancun and offers more lush greenery and some of the best diving and snorkeling. There are several cenotes (underground pools) to enjoy and it brings you closer to some famous archaeological ruins.
Cancun and Riviera Maya host more than 46,000 destination weddings per year.
In 1970, only three people were living in Cancun. Today more than half a million lucky souls called this year-round vacation spot home.