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Travel here for warmth all-around, with hot weather, spicy food, tropical beaches and warm-hearted residents. See reminders of ancient civilizations too.

Visit Mexico and the Central American countries for fabulous beaches and much more. Find history, culture, ancient ruins and delicious food.

Mexico’s beaches are justifiably famous. On the western Pacific Ocean coastline, see cliff divers in Acapulco, stay in a private bungalow with a pool in Puerto Vallarta and watch marine wildlife in Cabo San Lucas. Cozumel and Cancun on the eastern Yucatan peninsula on the Gulf of Mexico offer lovely sand beaches with access to reef diving and nearby Mayan ruins.

Moving south, appreciate impressive art and architecture in Mexico City. See the folk ballet and visit museums ranging from anthropological to artistic, including the famed Museo Frida Kahlo. Eat spicy meals on a food tour and purchase hand-crafted silver jewelry. Climb the 2,000-year-old pyramids of the pre-Columbian site, Teotihuacan.

Continuing south from Mexico, visit Guatemala. Here, find places across the nation where you can wake to watch the sun rise over Mayan temples and pyramids. See numerous volcanoes across the country and swim in blue-green limestone pools in the isolated area of Semuc Champey.

Snorkel, learn to dive or add to your scuba certifications through dive programs on Roatan and Utila off the coast of Honduras.

Although Costa Rica is relatively small, the country has 20 national parks. Join an ecotourism tour to observe wildlife and natural vegetation. Watch nesting sea turtles, fish for tarpon and venture into the rainforest.

Nicaragua is a narrow country with beaches on both east and west coasts. Inland, see volcanoes, islets and old Spanish cathedrals. Stay in Granada to kayak on Lago Nicaraugua and visit the Mombacho Volcano.

In Panama, learn about the long and difficult path to the construction of the 48-mile (77-kilometer) Panama Canal. Watch huge ships move through the locks of the 100-year-old structure that enables a marine “shortcut” between the Atlantic and Pacific oceans.

Enjoy the variety of cuisines across the countries. Sample fresh seafood, stuffed empanadas, peppery sauces and desserts made from sweetened milk.

If you’re staying in any Central American country for a lengthy period, take an immersion language program in Spanish at the beginning of your travels. Since Spanish is the primary language for the entire region, you will be able to speak with friendly local residents as you cross borders between countries.

Guide to Exploring Mexico and Central America

Guatemala

Hike up lava-spewing volcanoes, discover ancient Mayan ruins amid the jungle and unwind in the soothing hot springs of this diverse Central American nation.

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Costa Rica

Journey to this wildlife-packed nation where gushing waterfalls abound, palm trees line the streets and the locals are happy to say hello.

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Belize

This Central American country is known for its sandy Caribbean beaches, ancient Mayan ruins, relaxed pace of life and dive-friendly waters.

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Riviera Maya Holiday Guide

Enjoy this sunny piece Mexican coastline, enjoy the natural wonders of the Yucatán Peninsula and gaze upon the Mayan ruins.

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Gran Hotel Ciudad De Mexico €128

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Gran Hotel Ciudad De Mexico

Av. 16 de Septiembre #82, Mexico City

4.7

of 5, from 1,778 reviews

4.0 out of 5.0

Located in Downtown Mexico City, this hotel is steps away from Ayuntamiento (City Hall), Plaza de la Constitucion and Zocalo. Palacio Nacional and Metropolitan Cathedral (Catedral Metropolitana) are also within 10 minutes. Zocalo Station is only a 4-minute walk and Allende Station is 9 minutes.

Hotel Presidente - San Jose City Center, Costa Rica €71

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Hotel Presidente - San Jose City Center, Costa Rica

Avenida Central, Calle 7, San Jose

4.2

of 5, from 1,143 reviews

3.5 out of 5.0

Located in the heart of San Jose, this hotel is steps away from Plaza de la Cultura and Gold Museum (Museo de Oro). Parque Espana and Museum of Contemporary Art and Design are also within 10 minutes. San Jose Procuradiria Museum Station is 9 minutes by foot and San Jose Atlantic Station is 12 minutes.

Hotel Morales Historical & Colonial Downtown Core €38

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Hotel Morales Historical & Colonial Downtown Core

Ave Corona 243 Centro, Guadalajara

4.6

of 5, from 2,390 reviews

3.5 out of 5.0

Located in Downtown Guadalajara, this historic hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Plaza de Armas and Metropolitan Cathedral. Hospicio Cabanas and University of Guadalajara Assembly Hall are also within 1 mile (2 km). Plaza Universidad Station is 6 minutes by foot and San Juan de Dios Station is 10 minutes.

Grand Fiesta Americana Coral Beach Cancun €231

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Grand Fiesta Americana Coral Beach Cancun

Blvd. Kukulcan km. 9.5, Cancun

4.6

of 5, from 3,727 reviews

5.0 out of 5.0

Located in Hotel Zone, this beachfront resort is in the entertainment district, 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Forum Beach and 2.3 mi (3.7 km) from La Isla Shopping Mall. Caracol Beach and Gaviota Azul Beach are also within 5 minutes.

Krystal Grand Punta Cancun €134

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Krystal Grand Punta Cancun

Boulevard Kukulkan Km 8.5, Cancun

4.0

of 5, from 4,127 reviews

4.0 out of 5.0

Located in Hotel Zone, this beachfront resort is in the entertainment district, 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Gaviota Azul Beach and 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from La Isla Shopping Mall. Caracol Beach and Forum Beach are also within 5 minutes.

Galeria Plaza Reforma €72

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Galeria Plaza Reforma

Hamburgo 195 Col Juarez, Mexico City

4.2

of 5, from 2,161 reviews

4.0 out of 5.0

Located in Reforma, this hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Paseo de la Reforma and The Angel of Independence Monument. Chapultepec Park and U.S. Embassy are also within 15 minutes. Sevilla Station is 7 minutes by foot and Insurgentes Station is 11 minutes.

Hotel Fontan Reforma Mexico €40

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Hotel Fontan Reforma Mexico

Paseo De La Reforma 24, Mexico City

3.6

of 5, from 1,894 reviews

3.0 out of 5.0

Located in Downtown Mexico City, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Paseo de la Reforma and Alameda Central. Palacio de Bellas Artes and Torre Latinoamericana are also within 15 minutes. Hidalgo Station is only a 3-minute walk and Juarez Station is 5 minutes.

Riu Cancun All Inclusive

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Riu Cancun All Inclusive

4.0 out of 5.0

Sat, 19 Jan - Sun, 27 Jan

Dublin - Cancun Intl.

€1,969

€1,750 per person

Beach Palace Resort All Inclusive

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