If you want to go to mexico but avoid the rush of the students that crowd the major beaches like Cancun and Cabo, but still want to see the pristine beaches, you might want to try Ixtapa. Its one of those tiny villages that was populated by fishermen and their families.

This resort town also produces Mexico’s hand-made treasures that tourists love to buy and since they’re made there, you can bet it will be cheaper than those sold at overpriced boutiques in other areas.