The resort town of Cabo San Lucas and the colonial village of San José del Cabo—together with the Corridor Region between them—are collectively known as Los Cabos. This seaside desert excels in gorgeous hotels and sports activities.
Mazatlán
A sunny Pacific destination with affordable prices and family-friendly amenities, Mazatlán provides a full complement of resort-style dining, nightlife, shopping, sightseeing, and sports activities. It’s Mexico’s largest port, so expect great seafood.
Vallarta
Combining the romance of the tropics, the ease of modern resorts, and the charm of a Mexican village, Vallarta offers something for every visitor. Just north of the well-known resort of Puerto Vallarta lies the “new town” of Nuevo Vallarta.
Acapulco
Acapulco is known for fine resorts, a festive atmosphere, and outstanding dining and nightlife. Situated on the Pacific Coast, Mexico’s oldest beach destination is famed as the birthplace of parasailing, swim-up bars, pyramid-shaped hotels, and cliff diving.
Yucatán Peninsula
Mexico’s Caribbean includes four distinct choices: Cancún, a modern resort with plenty of shopping, sightseeing, and dining options; Cozumel, an idyllic Caribbean island famous for day trips and good food; Mérida, a colonial city with easy access to Mayan ruins; and the Riviera Maya, a broad area south of Cancún that includes the village of Playa del Carmen plus newer developments near the area’s eco-parks.
Mexico for romantics
Explore the gorgeous coast, the sexy Yucatán, quaint colonial towns. See top picks
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