While Mexico is a fun place to visit if you like to party on the beach or have a good time during spring break, it is also a great place to go for a romantic getaway. With more and more stress invading our everyday lives, romantic getaways are a needed vacation for almost every loving couple.

Sandos Hotels and Resorts have four all-inclusive properties in Mexico and each property has specials that cater directly to couples on a romantic getaway. By ordering the “Special Moments” package from any of the four Sandos Hotels and Resorts properties, you get added luxuries and amenities during your stay. These additions include a welcome basket that includes a bottle of wine, a toast each night in your room, a dinner on the beach that includes lobster, a massage for each person and a framed photo commemorating the event.

Adding the Special Moments package has to be done when ordering your vacation package. To order both your vacation package and your “Special Moments” package, you can do it online at SandosHotels.com.

The Special Moments package is added to their all-inclusive features that include all meals, all beverages, use of the fitness center, most sporting activities, activities for children, and nightly entertainment. Additional activities can be added including golf and deep sea fishing.

All four of the Sandos Hotels and Resorts properties are located in Riviera Maya. The properties are named Caracol Beach Resort & Spa, Playacar Beach Resort & Spa, Select Club Beach Resort & Spa, and Sandos Playacar Riviera Hotel & Spa. Surprise your mate by planning a romantic getaway today!

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With fabulous weather and terrific beaches, Acapulco is a popular resort community for tourists from around the world. Though in the past it was primarily a summer resort area, over the years Acapulco has also become a very popular destination for spring break as well.

Located on the Pacific Coast of Mexico, Acapulco is a major port city for both shipping and cruise lines. One of the my favorite places to stay is the Fairmont Acapulco Princess. Located in a secluded area, it’s both relaxing and private, while also offer fabulous amentities.

The main tower of the resort is modeled from an Aztec pyramid and has fabulous decor. On the amazing acreage, you will find a golf course, 11 tennis courts, 5 swimming pools, a terrific day spa, full-service fitness center, conference rooms and a live Salsa Club – Yuca.

The resort is located at Play Revolcadero which is very close to the airport and about 15-20 minutes drive from the hustle and bustle of the main strip in Acapulco.

Learn more about the Fairmont Acapulco Princess.

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For a beautiful beach vacation in Mexico without a big price tag, head to the Sotavento Beach Resort located in Zihuatanejo right on La Ropa Beach.

When visiting Zihuatanejo, you can enjoy the laid back old school beach town appeal, and then travel to neighboring sister city Ixtapa when you are in the mood for more hustle, bustle and nightlife. Because of the close proximity and distinct differences between the two cities, you can get the best of both worlds. Zihuatanejo and Ixtapa are on the southwestern Pacific coast just a two hour flight from Los Angeles.

The Sotavento Beach Resort features 91 rooms – 68 large suites and 23 guest rooms with ocean views. The rates are reasonable and include breakfast each morning of your stay. The resort is walking distance from the genuine fishing village of Zihuatanejo, where you can enjoy deep sea fishing with the locals. You can also take part in plenty of other activities, including scuba diving, hiking and more. Room rates range from $65-95 in low season, $70-$110 in mid season and $70-$185 in high season. You can learn more about exact dates of the seasons and other hotel amenities by visiting beachresortsotavento.com.

Whether you are traveling alone, as a couple, or with your family, Sotavento Beach Resort in Zihuatanejo is a great destination. Photos via beachresortsotavento.com.

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If you are looking for a great getaway to Mexico, check out Las Alamandas – a small, romantic resort on the Mexican Riviera.

Located 30 minutes north of Manzanillo and less than 2 hours south of Puerto Vallarta, you will find this 1,500 acre paradise.

Las Alamandas features six villas which total 14 suites to accommodate a maximum of 28 people. The villas have white tile floors and shaded terraces. This exotic private paradise features lush gardens and trees, gorgeous beaches, wild birds and lagoons. Transportation to Las Alamandas can be arranged by chauffered car from Puerto Vallarta or Manzanillo.

While vacationing at Las Alamadas, you can enjoy the 60 foot fresh water pool, tennis, horseback riding, a jungle boat ride, hiking, biking and many water sports.

On the premises you will find La Palapa Beach Club, Oasis Restaurant and much more. Forbes named Las Alamandas “One of the World’s Most Romantic Hotels,” so it’s no wonder that it’s a coveted location for weddings. Visit their website at lasalamandas.com to learn more about weddings, packages, rates, facilities and much more.

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If you want an escape from reality and you want to enter a virtual utopia, consider staying at Punta Morro Resort. Located near the Mexican city of Ensenada, this resort offers unmatchable beauty, undisturbed peacefulness and countless amenities.

For those who live in San Diego, Punta Morro Resort is a very easy drive south. Within two hours, you should be able to drive the 75 miles to the resort. Punta Morro Resort is located less than three miles from downtown Ensenada, so it’s really easy to find – even for someone new to the area.

The rooms at this resort are very comfortable. With plush beds and various other furniture items in the room, you will feel like you are in your own home. For a small group, you can save money by reserving a studio room. For a large group, you can fit up to eight people in one of their three bedroom suites.

The restaurant at Punta Morro Resort is very tasty. In addition to traditional Mexican food, the restaurant has a variety of international entrees. A full bar is also located within the restaurant that is open well into the night.

Want to get pampered? The spa at Punta Morro Resort is highly recommended by previous customers. From facials to massages, you can get it all at this resort. The prices are fair and the service is very good.

Many activities are available in the area around Punta Morro Resort, including golf, fishing, tennis, surfing and scuba diving.

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If you wish to travel to a beach city in Mexico but you don’t want to pay top dollar for you hotel or resort package, the Mexican city of Guaymas can help you reach your goal. Guaymas is a port town on the western part of Mexico, located between the cities of Hermosillo and Ciudad Obregon.

Besides the beach, Guaymas has a lot to offer. A few times a year, Guaymas is home to a couple of the biggest festivals in Mexico. The city, which is over 300 years old, has a lot of historical sites including museums and religious buildings. In the water, you can enjoy everything from skiing to whale watching. There is also a ferry that connects Guaymas with the Baja California city of Santa Rosalia.

Since Guaymas isn’t a hugely popular tourist destination, it’s not surprising that the prices for hotel and resort accommodations are inexpensive. Rest assured that even though you won’t be paying a lot of money, the hotels and resorts in this city are extremely nice.

Armida Motel offers comfortable rooms, a friendly staff and a decent amount of amenities for a very reasonable price. It’s also located in a convenient part of Guaymas, with many shopping areas and restaurants nearby. The beach is also within walking distance.

Hotel Playa de Cortes is located even closer to the beach and has gotten good reviews in the last few years. Even though this hotel is relatively old, it has been kept up nicely. Hotel Playa de Cortes is in a safe part of town and is a favorite among tourists from the United States.

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Acapulco has long been a favorite for vacationers from the United States – especially around spring break. This beautiful Mexican city boasts a few of the most popular and luxurious hotels in the country. Located right on the water, the beaches of Acapulco are some of the most beautiful beaches you can find.

Although there are many hotels in the city of Acapulco, three five star hotels standout from the rest – Copacabana, Park Royal and Villa Vera. While these hotels aren’t inexpensive options, they are well worth the money. Here is a look at each one:

Copacabana
Copacabana is located right on the beach in Acapulco Bay. One great aspect about this hotel is its great location. Within a short drive you can find great restaurants, hot nightlife, business centers and a number of shopping options. With more than 400 rooms, Copacabana is a rather large hotel that always seems to have a lot going on. If you are headed to Acapulco for spring break, this hotel offers a mixture of luxury and fun.

Park Royal
If you are looking for beautiful place to stay, check out Park Royal. Located in a lavish residential area, the buildings and landscape of this hotel are stunning. With palm trees, clean beaches and bright blue water, you will never want to leave! The customer service at this hotel is very good and the rooms are elegantly decorated. With its very own beach, Park Royal offers a quieter and more secluded atmosphere.

Villa Vera
The ultimate in lavishness, in addition to peace and quiet, is Villa Vera. This hotel has a limit of only 100 guests at a time, so you can rest assured that you won’t be overwhelmed by people like what can happen at the bigger hotels in the city. The rooms at this hotel are large and include a countless number of amenities. You would definitely enjoy your stay at Villa Vera.

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Just north of Puerto Vallarta, along Mexico’s Pacific coast, you will find the resort area of Riviera Nayarit.

Here you will find wonderful scenery, fantastic beaches and plenty of things to do. Riviera Nayarit features spas, golf courses, shopping, terrific restaurants and more along its 100+ miles of coast.

Riviera Nayarit is divided into several smaller resort areas which have top-notch hotels and resorts. The Four Seasons is located in the Punta Mita area. This fantastic resort is one of the best. The ladies love to relax and be pampered at the spa while the men play a round at the championship golf course.

Other resorts in the Riviera Nayarit area include the Grand Velas All Suites & Spa Resort, Costa Azul Adventure Resort, Marival Grand & Club Suites and several others. To learn more about the area and find out where to stay, visit rivieranayarit.com.

To get to Riviera Nayarit, you can fly into Puerto Vallarta International Airport and then take ground transportation just north to get to the area.

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It seems like everyone is “going green” these days. If you want to help protect the environment – even when you are on a vacation – consider Casa En El Campo Hotel and Spa. An environmentally friendly hotel in Mexico, Casa En El Campo Hotel and Spa makes you feel at one with nature.

Located just outide Colonial Morelia, Casa En El Campo Hotel and Spa has modern style buildings that are designed specifically to include as much of nature as possible. Whether it’s solar panels or the amazing amount of plant life in the area, the environmentally friendliness of this hotel is never in doubt.

Even the spa and the restaurant are based on the “going green” concept. You can get a floral message in the spa, which is a treatment that is extremely popular in Mexico. The restaurant has a waterfall, a grove of orange trees and the food is all made with organic ingredients.

The rooms are each uniquely decorated with local art pieces. Casa En El Campo Hotel and Spa specifically used materials, art and sculptures from Mexico to help the local economy. The rooms are also packed with organic products. Specifically, Casa En El Campo Hotel and Spa has a lot of organic products made from the avocados that are grown in Mexico.

Including taxes, you should expect to pay approximately $200 per night for a master suite. For more information about Casa En El Campo Hotel and Spa and to make your reservation, you can visit their website at CasaEnElCampo.com/en/.

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If you are a scuba diver looking for the ultimate Mexican resort vacation, Cozumel is definitely the place for you. Cozumel is an island off the coast of Mexico that is world renowned for scuba diving and natural beauty.

The island has a population of about 75,000 and is 30 miles long north to south and 10 miles wide from east to west. With a history that dates back nearly 500 years, history buffs will also enjoy visiting the island of Cozumel.

If you are looking for an elegant yet affordable resort in Cozumel, look no further than Coral Princess Hotel & Resort. Coral Princess offers unmatchable beauty and serene atmosphere not available anywhere else on the island. If you want peace and quiet, this is the only place on the island to stay.

Coral Princess is also very easy to get to from the local airport. It’s only about five minutes away. If you want big city shopping or dining, the city of San Miguel is only a few minutes away. Playa del Carmen, another hot tourist location, is a just a ferry ride away.

If you are going to Cozumel for scuba diving, you can find a number of local businesses that will help everyone from the inexperienced scuba diver to the expert scuba diver. You will get to pick from a number of awe-inspiring dive locations around the island.

In addition to world class scuba diving, you can also play on the local golf course, relax on the beach or participate in one of the number of water sports available in the area.

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