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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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Thousands cross the border every single year for cheap shopping and party going. Tijuana or “TJ”, as some call it, is a frequented border city of Mexico. It is mainly known, not for the beaches or hair braiding, but the shopping and nightlife it has to offer right outside of San Diego.

Different goods from all over Mexico can be purchased in this border town; many of which are made locally and a lot cheaper. Most all of the leather goods found there are made in Tijuana. From a variety of belts, pants, purses, and even shoes, your savings will be significant on these leather items. Just about everything else is cheaper than in the US but some things not in better quality. Look out for wall decor, furniture, and unique items for gifts.

There is a lot of controversy surrounding Bull Fights in Mexico and other parts of the world. While some are against, many are for them and entertained by it. Tijuana has bullfights every other Sunday between the months of May and October. The El Toreo arena holds many of these fights at reasonable prices. Tickets begin to sale for $12 USD for average seats while the best go for over $40. Check out the local Tourist center there for more info.

While there are beaches and other sites to see, Tijuana at best is a day-trip place to visit. Don’t plan on staying at a high end resort for a family vacation. If ever in San Diego, spend some time at this popular border city!

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Acapulco, Guerrero, Mexico-One of the most popular vacation destinations in Mexico since the 1920’s. The city attracts all people from honeymooners, spring-breakers, to the rich and famous. With weather always around 85 degrees, this beach is know for having nearly perfect weather.

There are a variety of beaches available. The bay features calm warm water with yellow grainy sand. While there are stretches of white sand beaches with shallow water to relax in. Pichilingue Bay and Roqueta Island are great places to scuba dive and cruise on your yacht. There are also plenty of beach activities such as water skiing and parasailing.

But it is the Nightlife that Acapulco is the main attraction for many of the tourists that flock there. Disco clubs, bars, and plenty of restaurants abound on the main strip in the city. The must-sees of Acapulco, however, are the La Quebrada Cliff Divers and the museum in the San Diego Fort. The Cliff Diver shows run about six times a day and is a great to see while the sun is setting. The Fuerte de San Diego has many artifacts showing Mexico’s wealthy history. You can even spend a day here while your cruise ship docks on the beach! Make sure to plan your next travel vacation for Acapulco Mexico.

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If you are taking a vacation to Mexico and you can’t decide the city you want to visit, consider staying at Puerto Vallarta.

Puerto Vallarta is a resort city in the Mexican state of Jalisco. It is located on Banderas Bay, which is one of the largest bays in the Americas.

With a population of 200,000, Puerto Vallarta is a good sized city. Most of the locals work in the tourism industry. In fact, about half the people in the city are employed by businesses associated with tourism.

The most popular season for tourists to come to Puerto Vallarta is during Spring Break. During Spring Break, high school and college students come from all over the world to party in Puerto Vallarta.

However, Spring Break isn’t the only time of year Puerto Vallarta is packed with visitors. The city’s high season runs typically from November through April. Most of the vacationers in Puerto Vallarta come from the western part of the United States, however a lot of Mexicans travel to Puerto Vallarta to vacation as well.

Of all the hotspots in the city, Playa Mismaloya is usually considered the place to be. This beach is where celebrities go to when they visit Puerto Vallarta. There are also many nightclubs and bars in the area where the parties continue all day and all night.

The most popular activities in the city are water related, such as surfing, snorkeling and wakeboarding. Additionally, fishing is extremely popular among families who are visiting Puerto Vallarta.

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