These days you have countless choices when it comes to your family vacations, we know this. You can choose from city breaks, beach vacations, activity centric holidays and huge resorts all over the world, and so it can be hard to narrow it all down. Here we want to make the case for Mexico.
Here are some great reasons why you should visit Mexico on Vacation:
Culture, Art and History
Mexico is a vacation destination steeped in culture, art and history; the past seems to come at you from every corner in rich vibrant colors paying homage to both its Olmec, Aztec and Mayan ancestry as well as the influences of Spain. Everyone seems to be an artist in Mexico, whether a musician, painter, sculptor or dreamer and you will be able to purchase some of the best handicrafts as souvenirs, taking a little piece of Mexico home with you.
Friendly and Warm Hospitality
Mexicans are famed for their hospitality, and you will find them to be warm and friendly as you wander the major towns and cities of the country. Needless to say, the hospitality industry is one of the best in the world as the warmth of the Mexican people shines through.
Fabulous Weather
When it comes to beach vacations, you can expect warm sunny weather during any season on the southern coastline, making Mexico a great choice for destination weddings and winter breaks.
Treasure Trove of Natural Wonders
Mexico is a treasure trove of natural wonders that should not be missed by nature lovers of any age or persuasion. It has everything from snow-capped mountain ranges to lush, tropical jungles, and vast, endless deserts. No matter what you do here, you’ll do it surrounded by some of the most gorgeous scenery in the world.
Animal Instincts
Animal aficionados will be enthralled by the volume and diversity of wildlife found in Mexico. In fact, Mexico is one of the world’s top 5 most biologically-diverse places and has some 1,500 bird species, 30,000 plant species, and 1,500 mammal, reptile and amphibian species to see. Mexico is often the culmination of a long migration, too, as in the case of monarch butterflies, grey whales and whale sharks.
UNESCO Can’t be Wrong
For those who want to see something remarkable each time they go on vacation, Mexico is perfect; you’ll never run out of things to do as Mexico has more UNESCO World Heritage sites than any other country in the Americas.
Value and Convenience
Mexico continually offers great value for your money; the current exchange rate helps you to make the most of the relatively cheap food and lodgings, getting your the most bang for your buck. Plus you can now benefit from reduced travel time as there are over 50 international airports in the country which offer direct flights.
Mexican Cuisine
Whether you’re in a fine restaurant or at a taco stand on the street, Mexican cuisine is distinctive and delicious. It’s so unique, in fact, that it has been awarded world heritage status by UNESCO (this is the first award of its kind). Foodies won’t be disappointed by what’s on offer when you visit Mexico on vacation; the focus is consistently on quality and freshness when it comes to the ingredients. So try a bit of everything, but be sure to wash it down with mezcal, tequila or raicilla for an authentic experience!
