TRAVEL GUIDE: MEXICO


Mexico's beauty is not just found on the breathtaking beaches or in the lush, tropical forests. It is all around, in the welcoming warmth of the people, so eager to share their culture. From Mexico's rich gastronomy to ancient historical sites to the arts, crafts and music particular to each region, any visitor will find something to learn and revel in.

TRAVEL GUIDES
FEATURED STATES

Colima
Federal District — Mexico City
Guerrero

Jalisco
Nayarit
Oaxaca
Sinaloa

TOP 10 HOTELS IN MEXICO
Where to Stay South of the Border
Explore ruins, hike through a rainforest or just soak up the sun and some margaritas when you find yourself down Mexico Way. All of these hotels offer luxury accommodations, exemplary service and fine dining.

Top 10 Hotels in Mexico

D.O. Denominación de Origen

RESTAURANTS
Dining in Mexico City
From traditional Mexican food or updated tapas at D.O. Denominación de Origen, to sushi and even Lebanese cuisine, the capital city offers many restaurants to satisfy any craving. Search our database or check out our list of the Hot 10 restaurants in Mexico City.

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THE CAPITAL
Mexico City

Avant-garde and sophisticated Mexico City is facing huge changes: its ever closer ties to the United States bring in a lot of money, a lot of people and a lot of new businesses and services. Trendy restaurants, hot hotels and off-the-clock diversions draw in a smart set of money-minded travelers.

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FEATURED TRAVEL SPECIALS

The balcony of one of Cabo La Estancia's private villas

TRAVEL SPECIAL
It Takes a Villa
Find paradise—and family fun—at the Cabo La Estancia resort in Cabo San Lucas. Stay in a private luxury villa in beautiful Baja and enjoy activities designed for children, parents or the whole gang.

TRAVEL SPECIAL
Air Canada's Caliente Getaways
With winter approaching, a trip due south is overdue. Luckily, the Great White North is going down Mexico way thanks to Air Canada Vacations’ deals on trips to Mexican hotspots Cancun, Puerto Vallarta, Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo, Los Cabos and the Mayan Riviera.

The Gran Bahia Principe Tulum in Cancun



FEATURED HOTELS

Hotel Azucar

TOP 10 BOUTIQUE HOTELS
Hotel Azucar
Named after the sugar cane grown in Veracruz, the Hotel Azucar on the Gulf of Mexico consists of 20 bleached sugar-white bungalows and thatched palapa roofs offset with lollipop-colored décor. This back-to-basics resort focuses on ensuring guests feel light, fresh and breezy.

TOP 10 ROMANTIC HOTELS
Rosewood Mayakoba
What could be more romantic than boating through your resort on lush waterways? Built on a network of lagoons and the Caribbean Sea, the Rosewood Mayakoba is just such a place. Swim and snorkel in the Cenotes of the Yucatan, visit the ancient Mayan ruins or luxuriate in the private-island spa.

Rosewood Mayakoba

Las Cabanas de Loreto

COMFORT AND RELAXATION
Las Cabañas de Loreto
If you’ve been searching Mexico for an alternative to the busy resorts of Cancún, Cabo San Lucas and Puerta Vallarta, there’s a secret getaway less than two hours south of the border in the heart of Baja Sur.

MORE HOTEL FEATURES
Hilton Guadalajara
In times when hotels are more concerned with trends than the details, Hiltons are consistent if nothing else. The Hilton Guadalajara proves this, providing a wide range of business amenities, a noteworthy restaurant, wine bar, spa and a grand view of the distant mountains.

Hilton Guadalajara in Mexico

Excellence Playa Mujeres

TROPICAL DREAM DESTINATION
Excellence Playa Mujeres

The Excellence Playa Mujeres is the latest member of the Excellence resorts family. Settled on fresh Mexican sands, it's a luxurious playground for the fit, adult traveler.

THE PERFECT BEACH HOTEL
The Tides Zihuatanejo

While many of the hotels along Mexico's Playa La Ropa are perched on a cliff, The Tides Zihuatanejo is literally a few barefoot steps from the sand. Its ideal location is matched only by its wealth of amenities.


FEATURED DESTINATIONS

Huatulco
A PRESERVED ENCLAVE
Huatulco
Located where the Sierra Madre meets the Pacific Ocean, Huatulco could very well be one of the last bastions of preserved maritime and jungle nature in this part of the world. If you want relaxation, tranquility and serenity, a stay in Huatulco is just the thing you're looking for!

FEATURED SPAS

GOOD-FOR-YOU VALUE
Rancho La Puerta
This all-inclusive hideaway in Tecate, Mexico, is completely awe-inspiring. Manicured grounds, fitness classes, succulent food, gorgeous surroundings and spa treatments are yours for a price that won't stress you out.
Rancho La Puerta Spa

Maya Tulum Wellness Retreat & Spa

TOP 10 HEALTH RETREATS
Maya Tulum Wellness Retreat
& Spa
Experience ancient Ayurvedic “science of life” treatments with the aim of restoring your entire being to perfect balance, then balance more serious healing with play. Go snorkeling in the area’s barrier reef, see the Coba ruins or explore the five-million-year-old Aktun Chen Caverns.




Visit the official guide of Mexico.

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(Updated: 04/22/08 HC)


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