Mexico

Depending on where you go, there are incredible options. Our favorite accommodations in Mexico are luxury all-inclusive experiences because the value for your money is excellent in many cases. We highly recommend checking out all-inclusive options within your budget. One of our favorite brands is Le Blanc, and they offer a hotel in Cabo San Lucas as well as in Cancun. Mexico has upped the ante when it comes to all-inclusive experiences and brands do an incredible job with the luxury offerings. Be sure to check our hotel reviews when deciding, to make sure you pick what’s right for you.

Transportation within the popular tourist destinations can vary in terms of price and safety. In Cancun’s hotel zone, there is a free, and typically safe, tourist bus that runs the length of the hotel zone. Similarly, Puerto Vallarta runs a safe and cheap bus service in the old city. We also recommend taxis, but be sure to check with your hotel on the price as this is typically an easy way to get ripped off.

Airport transportation in Mexico has become super regulated to ensure tourists do not get ripped off as frequently. We recommend pre-booking your transfers through a reputable company or through your hotel, but expect to pay typically over $30 for a taxi ride from the airport to your hotel in the populated beach destinations. Cabo and Cancun are more expensive than Puerto Vallarta.

Mexico is well known for their great all-inclusive experiences and it’s likely that’s all you’ll need! From world class food to delicious cocktails and liquor, most hotels in the luxury space provide excellent experiences.

Should you venture out into the “real world”, many of the beach towns of Puerto Vallarta Playa Mujeres, Cancun and Cabo offer exceptional restaurants and dining experiences for a reasonable price.

On the west coast, Puerto Vallarta has a beautiful native history of craftsmanship and art. Travelers can learn about the history and purchase decorative arts at any number of shops from proud owners. On the eastern coast, you’ll find jewelry and accessories from beachfront sellers on every major tourist beach. Shopping is inexpensive and fun. Negotiation is typical and expected with markets and beachfront sellers.

Should you find yourself in Puerto Vallarta, be sure to look up Tierra Huichol for incredible arts.

Mexican culture is so colorful, vibrant, friendly and influenced by their Aztec and Mayan roots. While you may not experience it if you don’t leave your hotel, many of the towns and cities within Cabo, Puerto Vallarta and inland are boosting with vibrance, music, art and culture. In Puerto Vallarta, we experienced so much of the incredible history and love the Mexican people have for their past.

With any travel destination, we do want to remind you to be aware of your surroundings, safeguard your items and be aware of your own behavior in public. Be sure to follow all local laws and be aware of any areas that may not be safe. We have typically felt very safe during our travels, but it’s important to be aware. Hotels in particular are typically ultra-secure with gated entrances and guards.