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If you are luxury traveler, you may soon have even more reason to travel to Mexico. A $150 million luxury resort will be built in Mexico that will specifically serve the high-end luxury traveler.

This project, which doesn’t have a name as of yet, will be the result of a partnership between ING Clarion Partners LLC, Operadora Punta Maroma and Grupo Carrousel. This luxury resort will be built on Bahia Maroma. The location will be about 45 minutes from the Cancun airport and 30 minutes from Playa del Carmen.

The resort itself will be huge. The site on which the resort will be built is approximately 250 acres and includes about a mile of beachfront real estate. The actual property will end up being about 650,000 square feet. All told, there will be more than 200 super luxury villas and various other amenities. A golf course is also in the plan, as are a spa, a beach club and a handful of restaurants.

In addition to travelers and vacations, this project will also appeal to those looking to buy property in Mexico. Part of the project includes residential units that can serve either as a main place of residence or a vacation home.

While the building of luxury resorts have slowed a bit in the United States in recent years due to trouble in the economy, the same isn’t true in Mexico. Many new resorts are going up each year, especially around the Cancun area. However, few will reach the luxuriousness of this forthcoming project.

Are you looking for a lavish and secluded resort in Mexico? If so, look no further than Maroma Resort and Spa. It’s located about 20 minutes from the Cancun airport in Riviera Maya.

Peace and quiet is prevalent in Maroma Resort and Spa. Surrounded by dozens of acres of jungle, you won’t have to deal with the hustle and bustle of the big city. With that in mind, Maroma Resort is perfect for a romantic weekend getaway.

The spa on the premises is highly regarded by customers. The spa uses Asian techniques to pamper, heal and restore. A full range of services are available and each service has a reasonable price tag.

The resort is relatively small but it’s also extremely luxurious. With only about 70 rooms, Maroma Resort and Spa has a reputation of taking great care of their guests. The staff is friendly and is willing to help whenever they can.

Maroma Resort and Spa has a number of restaurants and bars. You don’t have to leave the resort to get very good food or a tasty drink. Both fine dining and casual dining is available. View More Pictures…

If you are interested in taking your family on a vacation to Mexico, going to Monterrey would be a very good decision. Monterrey is known as arguably the most progressive city in all of Mexico. Compared to other cities in Mexico, it is an extremely safe city.

Another sign of how progressive Monterrey is can be found by looking at the businesses in the area. With many businesses in the technology field, it’s no surprise that Monterrey boasts the highest per capita income of any city in Mexico.

With a metro population of more than 3.5 million people, there are always things to do in Monterrey. Many families venture to Monterrey, which has resulted in many family-friendly activities popping up all over the city.

If you are a looking for a hotel for your family in Monterrey, you have a lot of options. Presidente InterContinental Monterrey Hotel is a luxury hotel located near downtown Monterrey. It’s located in the safest part of town and is famous for being extremely family-friendly. Quinta Real Monterrey is another hotel option that is great for families. It’s located close to a number of museums and other family-friendly tourist attractions.

Looking to save a few dollars? Fiesta Americana Centro Monterrey is a very clean hotel that you can reserve for an inexpensive room rate. If you are traveling for business, Fiesta Inn Monterrey Centro is a good choice. It’s located conveniently in the business part of town.

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If you are a luxury traveler who expects the finer things in life, Mexico has a lot of different options for you. One of the highest-rated luxury resorts in all of Mexico is called Four Seasons Resort Punta Mita.

As you know if you’ve visited any Four Seasons hotel, Four Seasons has a reputation of operating amazingly luxurious resorts all over the world. What separates Four Seasons Resort Punta Mita is the breathtaking surrounding landscape, the exceptionally nice people and the number of available activities in the area.

Four Seasons Resort Punta Mita is located on the beach, about 30 minutes from Puerto Vallarta. The rooms in this resort are immaculately decorated and every room has a great view. You’ll be close enough to the big city if you want to go shopping or go to a nightclub, while at the same time being far away enough to get some peace and quiet.

Activities available in the area include golf, tennis, water sports and even an on-site museum. The local golf course was designed by Jack Nicklaus and is spread over approximately 200 acres. The water sports that are available include scuba diving, water skiing, surfboarding and deep sea fishing.

You should expect to pay at least $400 per night if you plan to stay at Four Seasons Resort Punta Mita. If you can afford that price tag, you will no doubt have the vacation of your life while being pampered beyond belief!

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When you hear travelers talking about Ixtapa, Mexico, undoubtedly they will be talking about Zihuatanejo too. The cities are just four miles apart. Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo is part of the Guerrero’s Sun Triangle, along with Acapulco and Taxco.

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo sits on the Pacific Ocean. Ixtapa is pronounced as “eeks-TAH-pa,” and means “the white place.” Zihuatanejo is pronounced as “zee-watt-a-NEH-ho,” which means place of woman.”

Zihuatanejo is a small town with cobblestone streets. It has an old school charm with its fishing village feel and beautiful views of the bay. There are no tall buildings in Zihuatanejo. The city law has a four story maximum. However, you will find many cozy restaurants, charming boutiques and a variety of smaller hotels.

Paseo del Pescador is a terrific place to shop on the beachfront. If you love diving, snorkeling and fishing, Zihuatanejo is a great vacation destination. Despite the modern growth around it, Zihuatanejo retains its original charm and traditions.

Ixtapa is a more modern tourist area that consists of beaches, hotels and fabulous shopping. Ixtapa features many high-rise four and five star hotels. The strip of hotels is two miles long. At the beach in Ixtapa, called El Palamar, you can surf, dive, fish and much more.

The two cities, though very nearby and often associated, are extremely different. But you don’t need to choose just one. Because of their close proximity, you can visit both Ixtapa and Zihuatanejo to enjoy the best of both worlds!

To learn more about Ixtapa and Zihuatanejo, visit ixtapa-zihuatanejo.com, where you can get hotel, nightlife, transportation, dining and other information.

With over 150 years of history, Ciudad del Carmen is a city in Mexico that is rich in tradition. Approximately 200,000 residents live in Ciudad del Carmen, which is located right on the Gulf of Mexico.

A couple decades ago, Ciudad del Carmen was a fishing town. However, oil was found near the city and now Ciudad del Carmen is an oil town that has a lot of workers from the United States. Due to the influx of United States residents, this city is a very Americanized part of Mexico.

If you want to take a relatively inexpensive vacation to Mexico, consider Ciudad del Carmen. The local hotels are nice and are priced cheaply. You can find a hotel to fit any type of budget.

At Holiday Inn Ciudad Del Carmen is a good option if you want a family friendly hotel that is located in a very good part of town. From this hotel, you can easily get to the shopping areas in the town. You can also easily reach the water.

Hacienda Real Hotel is a recently built hotel that is already drawing rave reviews. This hotel is perfect for a romantic weekend. The rooms are decorated with class and there are a number of restaurants in short walking distance.

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Many couples are planning destination weddings in Mexico these days. If you are looking for a way to cut costs on your destination wedding, considering heading to the Riviera Maya. Sandos Hotels & Resorts on the Riviera Maya is offering a special free wedding package. If you book at least five rooms for five nights for your wedding group, you will get all these services free of charge: wedding coordinator, decorated wedding site, wedding cake, music, wedding certificate and a bunch of perks for the bride and groom.

Sandos Hotels & Resorts has four all-inclusive properties in Mexico that are eligible for this special - Caracol Beach Resort & Spa, Select Club Beach Resort & Spa, Playacar Beach Resort & Spa, and Sandos Playacar Riviera Hotel & Spa.

To learn more about the details of this special deal, visit sandoshotels.com or call 1-866-887-5601. Here are some special requirements for getting married in Mexico:

In order for U.S. citizens to get married in Mexico, the bride and groom must arrive in the country at least three working days prior to the wedding date and provide valid passports and a tourist visa (given to all travelers upon entry to Mexico at the airport). Brides and grooms are required to take a blood test in Mexico (arranged by the wedding coordinator at a cost of US $200 per couple, payable in cash) and must have four witnesses to the ceremony who have also been in Mexico for at least three business days prior to the ceremony (witnesses can be provided by the hotel at a cost of US $30 per witness). The Judge’s transportation to the hotel (US $30) and a translation fee (US $40) are not included in the price of the package and must be paid in cash on the day of the wedding.

If you are making a day trip into Mexico, Matamoros is one of the most popular places to visit. Located just miles from Brownsville, Texas, Matamoros attracts thousands of visitors from the United States each month.

Visitors are attracted to Matamoros for many reasons including good weather, inexpensive shopping and an abundance of budget lodging options. If you want to stay in Matamoros but you don’t want to spend a lot of money, you are in luck. While the lavishness isn’t especially impressive, the prices are some of the lowest in all of Mexico.

Margarita del Sol Costa Maya Resort Hotel is a fairly priced hotel that is popular with tourists. Conveniently located, Margarita del Sol Costa Maya Resort Hotel offers nice rooms and decent enough amenities.

Another option is Best Western Hotel Plaza Matamoros. This hotel is safe, clean and has a very helpful and friendly staff. As far as price is concerned, it’s even a bit cheaper than Margarita del Sol Costa Maya Resort Hotel.

Additional hotels to consider include Holiday Inn Matamoros, Best Western Gran Hotel Residencial and Hotel Colonial. If your budget is extremely tight, move Hotel Colonial to the top of your list, as that is the cheapest of all the listed hotels.

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La Paz, Mexico is becoming more and more of a tourist destination. Located in Baja California, La Paz has a population of around 200,000. With tourism being the city’s number one source of income, La Paz happily will open its arms to tourists.

The main attraction for those who visit La Paz is its world class marinas. If you love water, you will love La Paz. All types of water related adventures can be had in the sea outside of La Paz.

Additionally, many tourists are attracted by the seemingly always good weather, the low cost of living and the friendly locals. Since La Paz isn’t a very big city, it has a much different feel than other touristy towns in Mexico. It’s also a relatively safe city filled with over 500 years of history.

If you are staying in La Paz, one of the best places to say is Hotel Los Arcos. Located close to both the water and downtown, this colonial-style building looks beautiful on both the outside and the inside. With very reasonable prices and a number of amenities, Hotel Los Arcos is the preferred hotel by many of the tourists who visit La Paz.

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Many former residents of the United States and Canada have made their home in the tiny town of Ajijic in Mexico. Ajijic is a town of about 15,000 people that is located on Lake Chapala. With moderate temperatures all year long and a low cost of living, people from across North America come to this city to make their new home.

Ajijic is also becoming popular as a tourist destination. There are quite a few bed and breakfast inns in the area, however Casita Montana is routinely voted as the best in the area. Casita Montana is conveniently located adjacent to Lake Chapala and a number of stores and restaurants in the neighborhood.

Individual rooms and suites are available at Casita Montana. Included in your daily room rate is a free breakfast, cable television, internet access and free phone calls. There is also a spa and massage room located on the premises.

Casita Montana is perfect for a weekend getaway with your significant other, a family vacation or even a group vacation. The group vacation can be anything from a business meeting to a wedding. For more information on Casita Montana, check out there website at CasitaMontana.com.

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