When Southern Californians have a small budget and a desire to see the exotic sights and sounds of another country, American Express Travel agents suggest one of numerous destinations in beautiful Mexico. Mexico is a great vacation spot for several reasons. Mexico is in America’s backyard, making it reasonably safer for US citizens than other areas of the globe. This also means that depending on where you’re departing from; the actual travel time is more appealing and manageable than some other international destinations. Besides being easily accessible, Mexico has a wide variety of sights to entertain American travelers. From the beautiful beaches, to historical cities, to the archaeological sites of cultures such as the Maya, Olmeca and Azteca, plus incredible deserts, mountains, forests and the most modern of cities, Mexico, has something to offer everyone.
Relaxation, Entertainment and Ancient Ruins
For the traveler who enjoys urban sights and spirited nightlife, consider visiting some of the popular Mexican cities, such as the capital city of Mexico City, Tijuana or Guadalajara. But if you really want to visit the active Mexican party scene, book a trip Cancun, Cozumel, or the Riviera Maya. These destinations have some of the most spectacular and unspoiled beaches and some have all-inclusive resorts. One price covers food, entertainment and drinks allowing you to put one price on your entire vacation.
One of the best places to travel is the Yucatan. Yucatan offers an ideal mix of Maya culture. Great weather and some of the world’s best snorkeling and diving. Yucatan offers all the diverse sights of Mexico in one place. And American Express vacations offers exclusive packages to Yucatan created especially with the American traveler in mind. But if your real passion is ancient cultures, then San Cristóbal de las Casas in Chiapas is for you. This popular Mexican tourist resort offers a view of the indigenous Mayan peoples in a beautiful ancient city.
All-Inclusive Resorts and Where to Find Them
Mexico all-inclusive resorts can be less expensive than similar Caribbean resorts. Alcoholic beverages can be inexpensive in Mexico, at least compared to some destinations. From the inexpensive 3-star hotels to luxurious all-inclusive resorts, Mexico is the perfect choice for all budgets.
Some of the better travel packages to Mexico offer prices for the budget traveler as well as the higher end traveler. If you are willing to take the time and research your vacation you may be surprised at the great value you can find your vacations dollars. For one of the best overall values for a Mexican vacation, you should consider exploring some American Express Travel deals. These packages are an excellent choice because you receive more luxury for your money not to mention nearly 60 local American Express Travel offices to help you if you need assistance.
