Mexico Overview, Facts, Vacation Information of Mexico

Mayan structure at Chichen Itza, known as Temple of a Thousand Warriors, stands amidst a field of green trees.
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Mexico is a country in North America, lying between the United States of America to the north and Guatemala and Belize to the southeast. Its extensive coastlines include the Gulf of Mexico and the Caribbean Sea to the east and the Pacific Ocean to the west. Mexico boasts warm and friendly people along with unique food, art and archeology. Man-made wonders include pyramids, museums, superb architecture and magnificent cities; while natural features include 6,000 miles of coastline, snow-capped mountains in the Sierras, rainy jungles in the Southeast and desert in the Northwest.

Mexico is home to more than 50 golf courses, excellent fishing and many world-famous destinations such as Acapulco, Cancun, Cozumel, Los Cabos and Pátzcuaro. Mexico is the 8th ranked major destination for foreign visitors, according to the World Tourism Organization.

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Los Cabos Adventure Activities
: Cabo activity options—from whale watching and deep sea fishing, to horseback riding and desert treks and more—are sure to fit any family itinerary.
Cabo Spa Vacation
: Take a wellness vacation for your body and soul in Los Cabos.
Los Cabos Travel Tips
: Stay safe and sane on your Los Cabos vacation with this helpful advice.
Tale of Two Cabos
: Read our insider’s recommendations for how to best plan your next Cabo vacation.
Feel the Warmth of Baja, Mexico
: Read our Los Cabos articles on where to stay and what to do before you plan your next Cabo vacation.
Flowers for the Dead
: Take a Lake Pátzcuaro candlelit boat procession to an island cemetery celebration of the dead.
Cabo for Couples, Free Night in Hawaii, London Charity
: This week’s discounts are for Los Cabos and Honolulu hotels, an Innsbruck ski season package and a way to contribute during Breast Cancer Awareness Month.
Fall Means Whale Shark Season in Mexico
: Baja California’s warm waters attract the gentle giant fish and adventurous tourists, who are willing to swim with them.
Family Vacation Discounts, Resort Credits, Free Golf for Kids
: Take advantage of an affordable weekend in London, resort credits in Scottsdale and Cancun, and free golfing with the kids.
Cruising to Mexico
: Mexican cruises offer families warm temperatures, native art and culture, and plenty of adventure.
Cruise Deals: Alaska, Europe and the Caribbean
: Cruise lines welcome children aboard for free, reward families with a gift card and free airfare, and offer reduced prices.
Family Voluntourism Strengthens Bonds and Local Communities
: Give back to local communities by participating in voluntouring projects on your next family vacation.
Mayan Vacation Expedition
: Mexico’s Riviera Maya is a great place to take the family for some fun in the sun and a cultural education.
Riviera Maya: Playtime at the Playa
: Pristine beaches, ancient ruins and eco theme parks—there is something for everyone at this jewel on Mexico’s Caribbean coast.
Treasures of Tulum
: After visiting this Mayan site rich in history, check out the nearby theme park Xel-Há.
Top 4 Riviera Maya Resorts for Families
: Check out one of these kid-friendly accommodations on your next Mayan vacation.
Off Track Adventures in the Riviera Maya
: Alltournative’s tours are geared for the entire family. Our writer’s day-long adventure with her son featured kayaking, swimming in cenotes, a traditional Mayan meal and four-wheel fun.
Cobá: Into the Mayan Jungle
: Outdoor enthusiasts love the Mayan city of Cobá—so do tropical birds, monkeys and alligators.
Fun, Sun and Tequila
: After the kids are tucked away for the evening, enjoy some quality tequila in the Riviera Maya—even though it’s made more than 1,000 miles away.
Hot and Cool Travel Deals: Riviera Maya, Greenland and Bahamas
: Explore the Arctic or snorkel in the Caribbean with these family travel deals.
Deals: D.C., Montana, Los Cabos, Toronto
: Family adventure packages abound for destinations from our nation’s capital to Big Sky country.
Cause Abroad, American Girl Experience and Family Deals
: Walk for charity, pamper your American Girl, visit Vancouver and bring the whole crew for cheap to Ireland or Mexico.