Because of its close proximity to the United States, Mexico has been a favourite holiday destination of Americans for many years. However, for many British, cheap flights have now meant that holidays in Mexico are just a flight across ‘the pond’.
The modern country of Mexico was founded from the Aztec capital of México-Tenochtitlan and there have been civilisations flourishing in Mexico for over 4000 years. Like Egypt, Mexico boasts pyramid temples which can be seen at archaeological sites throughout the country. It was colonised by Spain in the early 16th century and became its own united federation of states in 1824, although the Spanish influence survives to this day.
All inclusive holidays to Mexico provide everything for the holidaymaker. Famed resorts such as Puerto Vallarta on the Pacific coast, and Cancun and the famous beaches of Riviera Maya on the Yucatan Peninsula, all provide the sophisticated and exciting holiday for the more discerning holidaymaker. The Yucatan Peninsula also provides a different side to Mexico, with its sink holes (cenotes), ancient Mayan ruins and its crumbling Spanish past.
For the Mexico holiday to remember long after it’s over, all inclusive resorts along highway 307 plus future plans to urbanize the area means a hefty future commitment to tourism by Mexico. Along with coastal resorts, the Mesoamerican Barrier Reef stretches from Cancun through Riviera Maya and down as far as Guatemala and is a magnet for scuba divers, jet skiing and the increasingly popular swimming with dolphins. An open mind and a few Spanish phrases will endear the Mexican visitor to local populations and leave them wanting more.
