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Wherever you go in Mexico, prepare to experience an almost electric atmosphere of excitement and discovery. Life here is always full of colour and vigour, even though it’s also the perfect place to come and relax. Today, many of the hotels and resorts are amongst the best in the world and promise a holiday that will go way beyond your expectations.

The resorts we feature are either in the vicinity of Cancún and the beautiful Riviera Maya, or at Los Cabos, at the southernmost tip of Mexico’s Baja Peninsula. The Riviera Maya is all about having fun in the sun, with many of the country’s best beaches and offshore reefs making it ideal for watersports enthusiasts, as well as offering a host of other activities for people of all ages. With such a rich cultural history, there are some fascinating places to visit, including ancient Mayan sites. We can also arrange a selection of tour options, including unforgettable Yucatán and Hacienda tours. Take a day trip to Cozumel, the Mayan ‘Island of the Swallows’ and explore the special sights both above and below the water. Plus, of course, the vibrant city of Cancún and colourful Playa del Carmen are both nearby.

The Los Cabos area is stunningly beautiful, with dramatic coastlines and secluded coves, exceptional beaches, fabulous golf courses and cactus deserts that could be straight from a movie. It’s ideal for peaceful relaxation, but is also renowned for its thrilling deep sea fishing and as one of the world’s premier golf destinations.

Out and About
With a huge range of activities available, the options are endless. Here are just a few suggestions:

Riviera Maya:
• Visit Cancún and Playa del Carmen for their excellent shops, restaurants, bars and vibrant nightlife.

• Discover ancient Mayan temple ruins and sites at places like Chichén Itzá and Tulum.

• Snorkel in the largest natural aquarium in the world at Xel-Ha.

• See some of the world’s most beautiful coral formations on the Great Mayan Reef

Los Cabos:
• Play golf on world-class courses.

• Go whale watching between late January - the end of March when California Gray whales can be spotted in the warm lagoons

• Catch marlin, swordfish and snapper in the beautiful Sea of Cortés.

Food and Drink
There’s no getting away from the fact that some Mexican food can be pretty fiery as they do like their spices and chillies here. Salsa, Fajitas, Tortillas and the like have fast become some of the most popular foods around the world. But you’ll discover there’s a lot more to Mexican cuisine as it’s actually very diverse and full of different flavours. Ceviche involves citrus-marinated seafood and is often served in bars – do try it as it’s absolutely delicious. When it comes to drinks, Tequila is legendary, but you’ll be amazed by the hundreds of different types available.

Getting There
Flying time from the UK to Cancún for the Riviera Maya is approximately 11 hrs. The route to Los Cabos is generally via Dallas with an onward flight with American Airlines. Total flying time is approximately 14 hrs 15 minutes, including stop in Dallas.

British Airways Non-stop departures from Gatwick to Cancún twice a week (on Wednesdays and Saturdays) on B777 aircraft with World Traveller, World Traveller Plus, Club World and First cabins. Daily departures from Heathrow to Dallas on B747 aircraft with World Traveller, World Traveller Plus, Club World and First cabins.

American Airlines fly daily between Dallas and San José del Cabo. Complimentary regional add-ons from selected airports are included, subject to availability.

Note: All our inclusive holiday prices to the Riviera Maya are based on British Airways World Traveller flights. Holidays to Los Cabos are based on British Airways World Traveller flights with onward American Airlines scheduled flight connections.


Responsible Travel
For some useful background information on responsible tourism issues in Mexico, as well as practical tips on what you can do to make a positive difference, we recommend The Travel Foundation's 'Insider's Guide'.