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Beatriz Suarez
Purchasing, Latin America

Formed with the warmth of its people and the force of nature, Central America wakes up between water and fire, - the deep red heart of his many volcanoes is mixed with the blue of rivers, lakes and oceans. While in the thick jungle a legacy of the great Mayan civilization, is hidden."

Mexico Holidays

Discover Mayan sites and laze on powdery beaches

Mexico boasts some of Central America's finest beaches, most luxurious resorts and best tourist facilities, along with a spectacular historical heritage.

This picturesque area is dotted with ancient Mayan sites such as Chichen Itza - timeless reminders of a fascinating civilisation - and elegant colonial cities including Merida. You'll also find stunning natural parks where unforgettable experiences await, from swimming with dolphins to game fishing.

Our selection of Mexico holidays includes:
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Cancun holidays
•   Mayan Riviera holidays
•   Mexico Multi-Centres
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Mexico Tailor Made holidays
•   Mexico Tours

Mexico Holiday Highlights
•   Discover Mayan culture at Chichen Itza with its gigantic temples and pyramids, sporting arenas and sacrificial pools; and serene smaller sites like Uxmal and Tulum.
•   Explore the vast, enthralling Xcaret eco-park near Playa del Carmen - don't miss the amazing cultural show in the evening.
•   Tour Merida, Valladolid and other Spanish colonial towns and cities with their ornate cathedrals and chapels, tree-lined boulevards, bustling plazas and palatial haciendas.
•   Try exciting activities - jungle trekking; swimming with dolphins, manatees and stingrays; scuba diving in Cozumel; private chartered game fishing; and much more.
•   Let your hair down and enjoy buzzing nightlife and superb restaurants in
Cancun and Playa del Carmen.

Mexico All Inclusive Holidays
Between the lush forests of it's interior and the azure blue seas of the Caribbean, Mexico's Mayan Riviera is simply beautiful. Idyllic resorts line the coast, many of which offer all inclusive deals for Kuoni customers. Enjoy the beach life on one of our relaxing
Mexico all inclusive holidays.

Mexico Honeymoons
All of our Mexico hotels make for fabulous honeymoon settings. Mix fascinating culture with heady escapism as you discover legendary Mayan sites and soak up the sun on sprawling white-sand beaches.

Mexico Tailor Made
Our experienced Personal Travel Experts are waiting to tailor make your dream Mexico holiday. We can combine your choice of flights and destinations, hotels, tours and experiences as your bespoke trip springs to life. Simply:
•   Look through our online portfolio or request your free copy of our
Caribbean & Mexico brochure
•   Give us a call on
01306 747002
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Email us for a quotation

Mexico Multi Centres
See more of Mexico by visiting more than one resort. Or combine your Mexican escape with other vibrant destinations such as Costa Rica and Guatemala in Latin America or St Lucia and Antigua in the Caribbean. Call us on 01306 747002 to discuss your options.

Time difference / local time

GMT -6 hours

Currency

Peso

Safety

Leave valuables and documents in the hotel safe. In seaside resorts, don't walk on the beach after dark.

Flying time to destination

11½ hours to Cancun

Eating/Drinking

Food
•   For breakfast try huevos rancheros (fried egg on a fried tortilla with salsa), huevos a la mexicana (scrambled eggs with salsa), chilaquiles (tortillas in a green tomato sauce with chicken, cheese and cream) or heuvos con machaca (scrambled eggs with dried beef).
•   Sample regional dishes including pozole (a pork soup),
Mole (a dark brown sauce served over chicken or turkey), tamales (corn meal stuffed with meat, cheese or vegetable and steamed in corn or banana husks) and menudo (tripe stew).

Drink
•   Avoid tap water.
•   Try the national spirit, tequila. Ask for a Margarita cocktail (stronger and less ‘frosty’ than those served in the UK) or a Sangrita - sour orange and pomegranate juice with a shot of tequila.

Good to know

Language
Spanish

Clothing

Casual dress is usually appropriate. Swimsuits mustn't be worn away from the pool or beach, and flashy or suggestive clothing is inappropriate in smaller resorts and inland cities.

Tipping

Tipping is a way of life in Mexico. Hotels and restaurants usually add 15% to the bill. If they don’t, tip 10-15%. Tip porters about 1US$ per suitcase, and also tip hotel maids (further guidance will be given in resort).

Climate data for this region

Best time to visit

High season at beach resorts is between December and April.

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  • Chichen Itza: Explore the former Mayan capital

    Founded in 514 AD, Chichen Itza was once the Mayan capital and has been named one of the New Seven Wonders of the World. On this fascinating tour you will visit Valladolid where you can see the main plaza and historic cathedral before heading to the ruins of the ancient Mayan civilisation, seeing the Majestic Observat...


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Mexico special offers

Mexico special offers

Mexico boasts some of Central America's finest beaches, most luxurious resorts and best tourist facilities, along with a spectacular historical heritage.

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Caribbean & Mexico 2012 brochure

Caribbean & Mexico 2012 brochure

Soak up the laid back vibe on an incredible Caribbean beach holiday or explore historical sights during a Mexico or Cuba tour. Destinations include: Barbados, St Lucia, Antigua, Grenada, St Vincent & the Grenadines, Tobago, St Kitts & Nevis, British Virgin Islands, Jamaica, Bahamas, Bermuda, Turks & Caicos, Cayman Island, Cuba, Dominican Republic, Aruba, Mexico.

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