Mexico

Luxury and Value Close to Home

Mexico, with its beautiful beaches, rich culture and small luxurious resorts can make for an ideal honeymoon escape. Our Mexican getaways combine the hustle and bustle of resort towns with fascinating historical sites, gourmet dining and specialty shopping.

Of course, you can choose to take advantage of these activities, or simply lose yourself in the private seclusion of your accommodations. We've designed six unique honeymoon itineraries, each with a different character. The common thread is each one incorporates world-class lodging, which is generally a better value than the equivalent in other major honeymoon destinations.

Just the Facts

Best suited for:

Honeymoon couples who enjoy a mix of activities, and certainly for those who enjoy the beach and water sports. Mexico offers something for everyone, including culture, history, architecture, and interesting scenery. For those who want the option to "get off the beaten path" as well as stay in exclusive accommodations.

When to go:

Temperatures are moderate to hot most of the year on the coasts, around 70-80F/21-26C in winter (October-April) and 80-90F/21-32C in summer (May-September), when it is generally more wet and humid. In the interior, especially at higher altitudes, temperatures can get chilly in winter. June through October brings a threat of hurricanes, especially in the Gulf of Mexico, and they are not unheard of on the Pacific Coast. Peak tourist periods fall around Christmas/New Years, the week before Easter, and July and August. Prices for lodging fall dramatically from May-September.

Accommodations:

There is a full range of accommodations in Mexico, from full-size beach resorts, to charming bed and breakfasts. Recently, there has been an emergence of smaller, upscale resorts, particularly on the Pacific Coast and Maya Riviera. Luxury connoisseurs take note - some are among the finest in the world. You will also find beautiful historical colonial properties, usually referred to as haciendas, that combine romance, luxury and culture.

Dining:

Mexican food is not Tex-Mex, although you can find burritos, tacos, enchiladas and the like. Look for a variety of ultra-fresh salsas made with chilies, tomatoes and onions (the colors of the Mexican flag, say some locals), as well as flavorfully grilled meats and spicy sauces that cover them. Seafood abounds - the ceviche is wonderful, but unless you know the source, taste at your own risk. Marlin is fresh in Baja. You will also find a selection of tropical fruits - the yellow mangoes in the summer are delicious. And if you don't want to partake in local fare, you can find a burger and fries in most beach or metropolitan locations. Restaurants range from the local hole in the wall, where a Corona won't set you back much, to beautifully decorated restaurants serving nouveau cuisine, that will lighten your wallet, but generally not as much as north of the border.

Special Activities:

Water sports, ancient ruins, anthropology, indigenous culture, mucho golf, hiking, boating, fishing, nightlife, architecture, music and dance. Many spa options at beach resorts.

Regions - Mexico

Mexico, with its beautiful beaches, rich culture and small luxurious resorts can make an ideal honeymoon escape. Our Mexican getaways combine the hustle and bustle of resort towns with fascinating historical sites, gourmet dining and specialty shopping. Of course, you can choose to take advantage of these activities, or simply lose yourself in the private seclusion these properties offer...

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Why Mexico

Reasons to choose Mexico:

It is easily accessible from other parts of North America - on the plane this morning, on the beach this afternoon. It is also a good "value" destination - your money buys a lot here, including unique and luxurious lodging. Finally, Mexico offers a great mix of culture, activities, scenery and dining options.

Reasons to choose someplace else over Mexico:

While high quality resorts and hotels have safe eating and drinking, you do have to watch what you ingest off-premises. If a laid back concept of service will annoy you to no end, you are better off choosing a honeymoon destination where the culture is very punctual (again, generally not the case at higher-end properties, but certainly off-premises).

Signature Itineraries - Mexico

All of our signature itineraries are fully custom tailored according to your interests and budget. The following sample itineraries are intended to provide a feel for what's possible.

Length: 9 days / 8 nights