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Traditionally, tourists come to get acquainted with three important things: the culture of the Aztecs and Mayans, paintings of the early 20th century and colonial architecture. But this picturesque country is also able to give every traveler an unforgettable relaxing on wonderful beaches  and discover the sights of ancient port cities.

Popular resorts in Mexico on the Pacific coast

Some of the best resorts in Mexico are located on the Pacific coast. The local waters are characterized by large waves, which attracts a huge number of surf lovers. In addition, Europeans traditionally prefer to relax here.

Resort City Acapulco

One of the favorite resorts for a beach holiday in the locals is the city of Acapulco. Today it’s hard to believe, but back in the 1950s. last century, this place was one of the most visited resorts among Hollywood stars. However, accelerated construction polluted the coastal waters, and since 1976 the status of the “capital of the beaches” passed to Cancun and the Mayan Riviera.

  Acapulco

Once brilliant, but   today the city of Acapulco, which has lost its former significance  gradually getting old and declining. However, this place is still consistent with its title of "night capital of Mexico", thanks to the huge number of casinos, shows and restaurants. The main attractions of Acapulco:

• Petroglifos de palma sola  - An archaeological area in which cave paintings were found dating from around the 2nd century BC. Messages left by an unknown artist tell about the daily life of the local population, battles and sacred animals.
• Fuerte de san diego  - A pentagonal fortress located in Zocalo Square. It was built in 1616 to protect the coast and Spanish ships from Dutch and English privateers. Today, the Historico de Acapulco museum is open in this building.

Other attractions:

• water park Cici Acapulco;
• botanical Garden;

• cathedral;
• cliff of La Quebrada.

cathedral

Beaches of Acapulco

The best time for a spa holiday in Acapulco is from late autumn to mid spring. It is at this time that there is no rain, and an average temperature of +27 ° C is ideal for a beautiful tan. The main city beaches:

• Playa Caleta;
• Playa Condesa;

• Pie de la Cuesta;
• Playa Caletilla.

Did you know? In the late 1990s, the Mexican authorities seriously began cleaning the coastal waters in Acapulco, and today local beaches delight tourists with their cleanliness and grooming.

Puerto Wayarta

One of the most expensive resorts in Mexico - Puerto Wayarta  located on the coast of the Gulf of Banderas, 330 km from the city of Guadalajara. It was founded in 1851 as a fishing village and gained its present popularity only in 1964 after the release of the Hollywood film “Iguana Night”, which takes place in these picturesque places.
  As part of the expansion of Puerto Vayarta, the tourist area of \u200b\u200bNuevo Vayarta was equipped with luxurious hotels of the highest class, villas and celebrity houses.

Attractions and entertainment

Considered one of the cleanest and safest resorts in Mexico. Local beaches offer many opportunities for diving, surfing, fishing and other water sports. The best sights of the city:

• Rio Quale  - An island with a huge number of art galleries. You can get to this place by suspension bridges over the Kuala river, from which an unforgettable view of the surroundings opens.
• Church of Señora de Guadalupe  - A magnificent example of religious architecture in Puerto Vayarta. The temple was erected in 1951, and its main bell tower of red brick is decorated with a copy of the diadem of Empress Carlota, who ruled Mexico in the 18th century.
• Botanical Garden  - an amazing place where you can see blooming bromeliads, orchids and other exotic plants, as well as enjoy the view of fluttering butterflies and hummingbirds.

Botanical Garden

Beaches

Puerto Wayarta is the real city of the Sun. It is located at the same latitude with Hawaii, and there is also 300 days of sunshine here for 300 days a year, which is interrupted only briefly by the rainy season from June to October. Within the city limits there are more than 40 beaches, the best of which: Olas Atlas, De los Muertos and Las Animas.

Resorts Los Cabos

One of the most favorite vacation spots among Americans - Los Cabos - a resort area between the cities of San Jose del Cabo and San Lucas. This amazing part of the Mexican coast with a length of almost 40 km has an incredibly diverse landscape that will appeal to any tourist. The only thing that obscures the rest in this paradise place is prices. They are overpriced by about 25-30% compared to other Pacific resorts.

Entertainment and Attractions

The varied landscape of Los Cabos gives generous opportunities for an interesting pastime at this resort. Tourists have the opportunity to engage in any kind of water sports, diving among the coral, fishing or to participate in the original jeep safari in the local desert. Of particular interest to vacationers is the observation of whales that come to these waters from December to April in order to breed.

Did you know? Los Cabos has long and firmly won the glory of the world center of golf tourism. On the territory of this resort area there are eight upscale fields for this sport.

Beaches of Los Cabos

Throughout the 40 km zone, tourists will meet more than 20 unique beaches, each of which is ideal for a certain type of vacation:

• Playa costa azul  - The most popular place for surf lovers on the Pacific coast.
• Playa chileno  Thanks to its reef, it has become a favorite place for snorkelling and diving among tourists.
• Playa palmilla  incredibly popular among photographers and artists.

Did you know? All beaches of Los Cabos have been awarded the Blue Flag environmental certificate, which is assigned only to the cleanest beaches in coastal cities.

Playa chileno

The best resorts in Mexico in the Caribbean

Sandy, reef-protected Caribbean beaches are the best place for a relaxing holiday. Traditionally, the local coast is filled with tourists from and who are attracted by the possibility of diving in the local waters, as well as the rich nightlife.
  A real pearl in Mexico's resort necklace -   tourist area Riviera Mayawhose beaches stretch along the entire Caribbean coast in the state of Quintana Roo.

Cancun Resort (Mexico)

Cancun - the main resort city  in the east of the Yucatan Peninsula in Mexico. Its east coast is washed by the waters of the Caribbean Sea, and the north - by the Gulf of Mujeres. The climate in this area is tropical, with high humidity and an average annual temperature of +27 ° C, the rainy season begins in May, and in August and September, hurricanes are possible.
The city of Cancun was founded in 1970 and after only 6 years gained the fame of a world-class resort. Today it is visited by more than 100,000 people a year, 60% of which are residents of the United States.

Cancun Attractions & Entertainment

In the city of Cancun, in addition to a beach holiday, tourists can also enjoy a wide range of attractions and attractions:

• El embarcadero  - an entertainment center, on the second floor of which is a fascinating Museum of Mexican art. The complex has a Torre Cancun tower. From its observation deck offers an amazing view of the city.
• Interactive aquarium  - one of the best attractions of the shopping center La Isla. Here tourists are introduced to the underwater world of the Caribbean Sea and there is even the opportunity to feed sharks.

Other attractions:

• the ruins of del Rey;
• yamil Lu’um Ruins;
• the remains of the temple Pok Ta Pok;

• ancient city of El Meco;
• water park Nizuc.

ancient city of El Meco

Cancun's best beaches

Most city beaches are located on the territory of the "Hotel Zone" and are distinguished by cleanliness and well-groomed. From the first to the ninth kilometer, the coastal waters are calm thanks to   the island of mujareswhich serves as a natural breakwater. From 10 to 22 km of the beach area, small waves are observed, which are ideal for beginners surfers.
  Main beaches:

• Playa Las Perlas;
• Playa Langosta;
• Playa Linda;

• Playa Tortugas;
• Playa Delfines.

Playa las perlas

The spa town of Playa del Carmen

Small, cozy town of Playa del CarmenLocated in the heart of the tourist area of \u200b\u200bRiviera Maya, is a favorite destination for tourists from the Caribbean.

Attractions and entertainment

Playa del carmen  - a former fishing village, and therefore there are no cultural and historical monuments here. Of some interest to tourists is the main street - Fifth Avenue, where you can find original architectural structures and souvenir shops. Also, excursion groups often go from this resort city to get acquainted with different sights of the Yucatan Peninsula.

Beaches Playa del Carmen

The main beach area "Playacar", in the southern part of Playa del Carmen, is located right among the residential sector. In addition to it, in this city there are only two beaches:   Playa Paamul and Playa Paraiso. They are great for relaxing and water sports.

Playa paamul

Important! Most Mexican beaches relate to certain hotels. However, employees do not have the right to prevent their free access.

Tulum city

One of the most important monuments of urban development of pre-Columbian America,   ancient port of maya tulum, located on the Caribbean coast. The city is conditionally divided into three zones: resort, archaeological and residential. Of greatest interest to tourists are the ruins of Mayan temple complexes and pristine beaches.

Sights of Tulum

Today, Tulum is a small resort town, and all its main attractions are represented by the ancient buildings of the Maya Indians. Even his name “Tulum”, which means “barrage” in Yucatec, was given to this settlement thanks to the high wall surrounding it from three sides. The most interesting architectural monuments in this city:

• Temple of frescoes  - one of the best preserved ancient buildings of Tulum. The frescoes that survived on its walls are made in the Toltec style. In ancient times, this place, in addition to religious functions, was used as an observatory, so the architectural structure is oriented to the west.
• Temple of the Descending Deity  - a small building, in the only room of which there is a sacrificial altar. Of considerable interest to tourists are the remains of painting and sculptures at the entrance to the room, as well as a statue of God himself.
• Temple of the wind  - a small sacrificial complex, equipped at the top of a round platform. The sanctuary offers great views of the city and its coast.

Temple of the wind

Tulum beaches

The city beaches of Tulum are rightfully considered one of the best in Mexico. The local waters are characterized by absolute purity and a rich underwater world, so this place has long been a real Mecca for diving enthusiasts.

This mysterious country, associated with the ancient Mayan and Aztec civilizations, in addition to meeting with unique natural treasures and mysterious cities such as Chichen Itza, offers whale watching and swimming with dolphins that will forever remain in your memory.

On the Caribbean coast of the Yucatan Peninsula is the city of Cancun, which is the country's most popular tourist area. One of the ten best resorts in the world, it is famous for archaeological sites and hotels with beautiful beaches offering entertainment for the whole family, and excellent conditions for diving, water skiing, windsurfing and parasailing. Nearby is the city of Playa del Carmen, which from a poor fishing village has turned into a real metropolis of sybarites. Young people flock here, attracted by the laid-back atmosphere of comfortable beach and night clubs.

Holidays at sea in Mexico will charm you with turquoise waters and sugar-white sands of resort towns. Rainforests, Mayan ruins and affordable hotels have turned this place into a Mecca for seekers of spirituality and relaxed relaxation. The largest island in the Caribbean, Cozumel, or "Land of the Swallows", admired the beauty of its underwater world of Jacques-Yves Cousteau himself. Therefore, it is not surprising that divers from all over the world come here all year to admire the Palancar reef, which was discovered by a famous explorer.

Acapulco resort, which for 30 years held the position of the leader in beach vacations in Mexico, was surpassed by Cancun in the 80s. However, it continues to be a favorite spring break destination. With its wild beaches and vibrant nightlife, it attracts fans of windsurfing, while a large number of safe bays for swimming makes it a favorite of family vacations.

Los Cabos is a favorite place of wealthy people, Hollywood stars and celebrities. The resort, located where the Cortes Sea meets the Pacific Ocean, is more famous not for sandy beaches, but for sport fishing, golf courses and places convenient for whale watching.

Our travel company will recommend the best options for a beach holiday in Mexico at a price suitable for your vacation budget. You can enjoy the powdery sand and crystal clear water of the Caribbean Sea or the Pacific Ocean amid ancient artifacts. You can come to the beaches of Mexico at any time of the year, and during the period from November to May the likelihood of rain is very low.

Mexico (United Mexican States) is a country in the North American continent. The Pacific Ocean and the Gulf of California wash the shores of Mexico in the west. The Caribbean and the Gulf of Mexico roll their waters to the shores of Mexico in the east of the country. The Gulf of Mexico is the largest gulf of planet Earth with an area of \u200b\u200b1.540 million square meters. km and a coastline of more than 500 km. Mexico by land divides the border in the north and east with the United States, in the southeast - with Belize and Guatemala. The monetary unit of the state is the Mexican Peso (MXN). The official language of Mexico is Spanish. In tourist areas - spoken Spanish and English, and in the outback - 59 local dialects of ethnic groups.

Visa to Mexico

Mexico is a federal republic with a population of more than 110 million people, consisting of 31 states and one federal metropolitan area. The President is the head of the United Mexican States. Since 2017, Russians have not required a visa to Mexico for holidays, but their analogue is needed - a tourist permit to enter and leave the country electronically (only for crossing the Mexican border by air). An electronic Mexican visa for citizens of Russia, Belarus and Ukraine for a tourist trip is a form specially prepared for filling out on the website of the National Institute of Migration. The unique code on the printed document should be presented to the airline when buying a ticket to Mexico. The flight time from Moscow to the resorts of Cancun is more than 13 hours. If you are flying from Russia with a transfer in the Schengen countries, you need to find out if you need to get a transport visa for transfers at airports in other countries.

The capital of the United Mexican States is Mexico City with 16 districts, the highest population density in the world, and 20 million inhabitants. Benito Juarez International Airport is Mexico City's main airport. Mexico is a country of five civilizations. Tourists will be interested to get acquainted with the myths, legends and ancient cultures of Mexico until the time of Columbus, which were left to the descendants of the Olmecs, Auteks, Mayans, Teotiucans, Toltecs. Mexico is the unspoken capital of silver in the mountain village of Taxco. Puebla is one of the largest colonial cities of the country and the culinary capital of Mexico.

Mexico is the legendary port city resort of Acapulco, the eco-archaeological zone of Teotiucan, the ancient Mayan Pyramids, bathing in the cenotes of the Yucatan, natural and cultural attractions of the Yucatan Peninsula. Mexico is the fiery rhythms of Latin America, the huge dance floors in the clubs of Acapulco and the disco bars of the resort area of \u200b\u200bCancun.

Mexico is a 35-meter-long cliff of La Quebrada with a narrow deep gorge, as if extending into the bowels of the earth, and the picturesque town of Santa Maria del Tula with the widest tree in the world growing in these places (40 meters) and 2000 years old. The diverse country of Mexico has a unique natural phenomenon - the cenotes of Yucatan. Cenote is a kind of well with a clear blue water, which was formed as a result of the collapse of the cave arch. An underground river usually flows around. The deep Cenote Ik-Kil in Mexico with lianas descending to the surface of the water is considered the most beautiful karst lake in the Yucatan Peninsula.

The Gulf of Mexico, the warm waves of the Caribbean Sea and the expanses of the Pacific Ocean are Mexico's calling card.

Mexican Resorts

Mexico's climate is different: subtropical prevails in the north, and tropics in the south of the country. In hot summers, the thermometer rises above +35 C, and in winter tends to reach +27 C. Mexico has several seasons in terms of rainfall: rainy (from June to September) and dry (November-April). In August and September there are elements of hurricanes.

The best resorts of the Caribbean coast  in Mexico:, the Mayan Riviera, the island of Cozumel and Playa del Carmen.

Resorts on the Pacific  in Mexico: Acapulco, Puerto Vallarta, Los Cabos.

All beaches in Mexico are public, free, sandy. For families with children, it is better to choose Mexican resorts with large green areas in the hotels of the Princess, Iberostar, Riu chain in the Riviera Maya resort or in Playa del Carmen. Hotels in the resort of Cancun are more high-rise, but with a small territory.

Mexican Resorts on the Caribbean

The resorts of Mexico - this is the coast of the Gulf of Mexico, where amphibious boats you can see the turquoise waters of Rio Lagartos, which is considered one of the most attractive reserves of the Yucatan Peninsula. Mexico is a tour to the former Mayan civilization village to the riddles and antiquities of Ek Balam. The tourist site of the Yucatan Peninsula in Mexico is the ancient pyramids of the city of Tulum and the pagan rites of Coba. Tanka Park is the most amazing entertainment program for tourists and the fantastically lavish exotic nature of Mexico. The Mexican Caribbean is the Island of Women (Isla Mujeres) with the ruins of a pirate estate and pelicans, the protected corners of the island of Contoy and the island of Cozumel with its unusual diving. Mexican resorts - an acquaintance with whale sharks on the island of Holbosh on an ecological excursion (from May to September). The best resort of Mexico on the Caribbean coast is directly in the Hotel Zone on the Spit Cancun Interactive Aquarium.

The sultry Cancun on the east coast of the Yucatan Peninsula is a young Mexican resort that has matured and attracted numerous tourists from the beaches of the Hawaiian Islands and Miami. It is important for travelers for exotic Mexico to unravel what is the secret of this success? Cancun is very waiting and love tourists. Comfortable buses with air conditioning and TVs are everywhere. Cancun International Airport is the first to meet tourists for traveling in Mexico. During the Christmas holiday season in Cancun, the temperature is +30 C, and in Canada, America and Russia there are snowdrifts. , which stretches along the coast of the Caribbean Sea to the town of Tulum with its 140 kilometer resort area. The resort tourist area of \u200b\u200bthe Riviera Maya is extended by the Caribbean coastline south of Cancun with beautiful landscaped beaches and a whole scattering of chic 5 * and less expensive hotels with green areas. Five kilometers from the entertainment settled Playa del Carmen resort.

Thanks to investments in the Cancun project, here on the site of a fishing village from scratch was built one of the most expensive resorts in Mexico. A hotel room on the first coastline starts at $ 120. The resort of Cancun is shocking with its unusual beauty and wide sandy scythe in the form of the number 7. All tourists live in the hotel area on Kos, washed on both sides by the Caribbean Sea. The entire Hotel Zone of Cancun, as if descended from the pages of a glossy tourist booklet. High-rise snow-white buildings of chic hotels, luxurious well-groomed beaches, trimmed lawns, cleanliness and order everywhere - this is how tourists see Cancun. All the charm of Cancun - in the warm Caribbean Sea: your feet themselves carry you to the gentle wave. The sea breathes and lives its spa life like an aquamarine gem that plays in the sun in all shades of blue. The rest of Cancun is poorer non-tourist areas.

Mexican Resorts on the Pacific Coast

The resorts of Mexico on the Pacific coast - this is the birth of a magnificent melody of relaxation. Here, tourists have a hidden reverence for the mysterious power of the vastness of the Pacific Ocean.

The port city resort of Acapulco is a resort of chic shows and nightly entertainment in Mexico. The tourist life of Acapulco is in full swing on the shores of the lagoon of Pie de la Cuesta and the sand spit on the northern outskirts of the city, 25 km from the resort center. There are more than 20 wide municipal beaches for every mood.

Los Cabos presents a new prestigious resort on the Pacific coast. It is not as humid as in Cancun. Los Cabos Resort is young and a little naive.

Capital of mexico city

Mexico City is the second megalopolis of the world after Tokyo. Mexico City is the metropolitan federal district. Mexico City is a city with special energy almost in the very center of the country. Mexico City is not located on the coast, but at an altitude of more than 2200 meters above sea level in an alpine valley. Mexico City is the capital of the state with an Olympic heritage.

Two centers of Mexico City are world heritage sites:

• Historical - with the Square of Three Cultures and the Constitution Square;
• Ecological Park of Sochimilco (Xochimilco) on the shores of the lake of the same name with its 170 km of canal strip and floating gardens 18 km from the center.

The Palace of Fine Arts is a visiting card of Mexico City. The ultra-modern skyscrapers of Mexico City are adjacent to the ancient Aztec pyramids. Mexico City presents the main tourist center of the country.

The main attractions of Mexico City:

• Sokalo Square - acquaintance with the historical center of the city;
• Tenochtitlan - the ruins of the ancient city and the Aztec ritual center;
• The museum on the site of the Temple of the Pyramid Major and the site of new finds of archaeologists;
• National Presidential Palace;
• The main Catholic Cathedral of Mexico;
• Mexico City Anthropological Museum - the largest collection of museum exhibits in Latin America and an introduction to the country's Native American past.

Holidays in Mexico provide an opportunity to bow to the time before the Columbian era and try to solve the mystery of the ghostly flame. Improvise, colorize your life with the new impressions of the country of Mexico and the bright colors of the Mexican summer!

Picturesque and vibrant, hot and cheerful, this overseas country may not seem to the Russian tourist the best place for a beach holiday. Even a direct flight will take at least 13 hours! But if the vacation program includes visits to world-famous sights, which, without a doubt, are the ancient cities of the Maya and Chichen Itza Indians, the remoteness of the Mexican beaches will cease to seem an insurmountable obstacle.
  By the way, the beaches themselves are a landmark on a planetary scale. They have long been firmly in the top of the most beautiful in the world, as evidenced by hundreds of photos and numerous reviews of enthusiastic tourists in all possible forums for travelers.

Where to go to sunbathe?

Washed by two oceans, Mexico offers its guests a vacation on the Atlantic and on the Pacific coast. Russian travelers prefer the east, where you can get on the wings of Aeroflot direct flight. American and European tourists successfully sunbathe in the Pacific.
  Atlantic resorts stretch from north to south of the Yucatan Peninsula:

• Cancun is the largest, most popular, famous and adapted for recreation for both children and adults. A diverse infrastructure, many hotels both in the resort area and in the city, a colorful world of entertainment and opportunities for excursions to ancient architectural monuments are the main advantages of the resort, whose beaches are always on the list of the most beautiful in the world.
• The Mayan Riviera with the main resort is more popular with those who like informal youth parties and love spending time in amusement parks, in a large number of open nearby.
• Tulum attracts those who prefer to stay in a bungalow right on the sand, content with a simple shower and can not imagine their vacation without dawn on the beach.
• The Island of Women or Isla Mujeres is an ideal resort for fans of some separation from a large civilization. Located half an hour sailing on a comfortable ferry from Cancun, this island is especially popular with bohemians and couples in love.
• Cozumel is another island where divers prefer to enjoy the perfect beach holiday in Mexico. Almost all of its territory is occupied by a national park, and therefore fans of ecotourism here, too, there are plenty of exciting activities.

The Pacific beaches of Mexico are the good old, thundering in the middle of the last century all over the world with their fiery parties and have not lost their charm to this day, respectable and loved by active travelers.

Weather features of a beach holiday in Mexico

Choosing a resort where it is better to relax in Mexico, do not neglect the weather forecast. It is believed that the best time to book a tour is spring, when the heat does not bother the tourists too much, and the humidity is minimal until the rainy season sets in.
  Throughout the year, the air temperature in Acapulco fluctuates around + 30 ° C. The wettest season is from June to October, with little precipitation in May and November.
The mild marine climate on the Yucatan Peninsula guarantees a comfortable beach holiday in Mexico on the Caribbean coast, regardless of the time of year. The rainy season begins in May and lasts until the end of autumn, but showers usually fall at the end of the day and do not interfere with sunbathing and swimming most of the time. The air warms up in January to + 28 ° С, in July - up to + 35 ° С. The driest month is April.

Night capital

That’s how unofficially they call Acapulco, the city of casinos and discotheques, where all those for whom a beach vacation without nightlife and entertainment do not still aspire.
  Unfortunately, the hotel fund in the resort is a little outdated and has not been updated significantly since the middle of the last century. But this does not serve as an obstacle for the lucky ones that they come to their room only in the morning, so that, grabbing a swimsuit, they can go to the beach to meet new adventures.
  Hotel prices in Acapulco can be found quite affordable.
  The best beaches for families are concentrated in the Old Town area in the western part of the bay. They are ideally suited for bathing babies: a gentle entrance to the sea and the absence of large waves provide a safe rest for young tourists.

Active and athletic

Cozumel Island attracts travelers for whom diving and surfing have long been synonymous with the word “vacation”. The stony eastern coast of the island and strong winds create ideal conditions for big waves, but lovers of "seal" relaxation on the sand can find small beaches equipped for comfortable sunbathing.
  Divers do not care much about such subtleties, because in coastal waters there is such a rich underwater world that fans of diving emerge on land only in the evening. Coral reefs and tunnels around the island are considered one of the best in Mexico, and here you can find an attractive site for both a beginner and an experienced diver.

Overlooking the pyramids

Arrange a beach holiday in Mexico right at the foot of the gray pyramids? There is nothing easier, just go to Tulum. The beaches of this resort stretch for more than 20 km along the Caribbean Sea, but the most popular among them is located in the place where the Mayan pyramids were built right on the shore.
  After visiting the archaeological site with many architectural masterpieces of the ancient people, you can go down from the hill to the seashore and sunbathe on the white sand directly under the ancient pyramids.
Romantics and solitude fans prefer to dwell on beaches farthest from the city. Hotels are bungalows right on the sand of varying degrees of comfort. Fans of hanging out choose hotels in the resort center and spend evenings in city restaurants with a glass of tequila or a glass of the famous Mexican Corona beer, tasting fajitos, burritos and other guacamole.

For many of our compatriots, Mexico will be a real discovery and will win the hearts of even the most sophisticated tourists. A country where eternal summer and a cheerful mood reigns, gives the most vivid impressions.

First of all, Mexico offers guests a beach holiday that meets even the most daring expectations. The country, located in the south of North America, is simultaneously washed by the waters of the Pacific Ocean, the Caribbean Sea, as well as the California and Mexican Gulfs. Holidays on the coast are quite atmospheric and varied.

Mexico, the vacation in which is not limited to beach, also attracts a large number of lovers of excursions. A warm and colorful country has a rich history and ancient sights, many of which are world famous.

Mexico can safely be called an inexhaustible source of vibrant relaxation and new adventures. Surf fans, skydiving enthusiasts, explorers of caves and canyons, as well as experienced and not very climbers come here.

Beach Holidays in Mexico

There are many wonderful beach resorts in the country. However, it is worth highlighting the most popular.

Perhaps the best Mexican resort can be called Cancun. It is conveniently located on the Caribbean coast and is a dream not only of many Americans who prefer to relax in Mexico, but also tourists from all over the world. The beaches are gorgeous, the water is turquoise, and the hotels are luxurious. Moreover, most of them work on the All Inclusive system.

Cancun is deservedly one of the five best resorts in the world. The vast territory is divided into several parts:

• residential area;
• protected area with dense forests;
• tourist area.

In addition to excellent facilities, the resort offers guests numerous restaurants, bars, clubs, huge shopping centers, interesting shops, surfing and kiting schools, as well as spa salons. Undoubtedly, a vacation here will give you the best experience, as evidenced by the enthusiastic reviews of a huge number of tourists.

Another popular resort on the Caribbean coast is the Riviera Maya, where tourists sunbathe, swim in the azure waters of the sea, swim with dolphins and just enjoy life. In fact, this resort is a hundred-kilometer coastal strip that extends along the Caribbean Sea. The most popular recreation areas here are Playa del Carmen, as well as the island of Cozumel. This resort is ideal for families with children, lovers of diving and professional golf.

The Riviera Maya can also be called an excellent starting point for excursions, since it is easy to get to the ancient city of Chichen Itza, which was once the residence of the Aztecs and Mayans.

The resorts of the Pacific coast deserve attention. One of the most popular here is the world famous Acapulco - a city of fun and vibrant nightlife. The resort has been famous since the 50s of the last century and still attracts a huge flow of tourists with its mild climate, picturesque views and Latin American temperament. In addition to young people, tourists with children can also choose Acapulco, since there are no big waves, and the entrance to the sea on the beaches of Pi de la Cuesta and Caleta is convenient.

Mexico sightseeing

Sightseeing tours to the country of the Indians primarily include the three main components of local culture:

• aztec and Mayan cities;
• colonial architecture;
• bright painting of the first third of the XX century.

For example, the creativity of the talented Frida Kahlo belongs to the last component. You can see her paintings, as well as the work of other Mexican artists at the Rivera Museum in Mexico City. Also, many excursions include frescoes by Diego Rivera (lover of Frida Kahlo), which illustrate the history of the country and the most vivid images of its inhabitants.

Once in Mexico City, you should definitely see the Basilica of the Holy Virgin of Guadalupe, which is considered the patroness of Mexico. 40 kilometers from the city is a ghost town. This name was given to the famous Teotihuacan. He is over 2000 years old. This is a large archaeological complex. The most famous buildings here are the pyramid of the Sun, built in 150 BC. and the pyramid of the moon, which was erected at an indefinite time in our era. To the north of the complex are the Atetelco and Tetitla palaces, which are decorated with frescoes depicting local gods, jaguars, as well as coyotes.

The cultural heritage of Mexico can be told for a very long time. Choosing a tour in 2020, if you wish, you can organize a combined vacation that will allow you to visit a maximum of attractions and enjoy pastime surrounded by emerald palm trees and azure sea waters.

Holiday Seasons in 2020

Holidays here have a very high price, but even this does not stop tourists with an average budget. The secret of popularity lies in the unthinkable natural diversity, luxurious beaches, as well as in the vibrant culture of the country.

High season

Most travelers visit Mexico from the first days of November, when the rains are coming to an end, and the weather is no longer stuffy and not very hot. The favorable period lasts until the end of the Christian holiday of Easter.

Low season

In Mexico, they relax all the time, but there are months when there are relatively few tourists. This period is the rainy season, which lasts from May to October. The lowest prices for tours are noted in mid-September, when the likelihood of hurricanes increases.