Detailed review for those wishing to relax in Mexico! When and where is it better to go on vacation? Weather and seasons. Where to find the best resorts. Prices in 2021 and tourist tips. Resorts map and video about Mexico.
Mexico is a country with ancient history and unique culture. Its coastline is famous for its sandy palm beaches stretching along the shores of the Pacific Ocean and the Caribbean Sea. Despite the long and expensive flight, Russian tourists boldly master this destination for recreation.
When to go on vacation to Mexico
It is warm on the coast all year round: + 30 ° С during the day, + 20 ° С at night. Significant temperature fluctuations are observed in the mountainous regions of the country, and this should be taken into account when planning excursions inland.
Seasons in Mexico
May to September (sometimes to October) lasts rain season: strong gusty winds blow, a lot of precipitation falls, especially in the south of the country. Holidays in Mexico in the low season are good because nature blooms and pleases with bright colors. Do not think that you can give up on a beach vacation at this time: as a rule, it rains during the day or at night for no more than two hours (sometimes it can be very short), and in the morning it is warm and sunny. Evenings are dry and cool. Not all regions are prone to tropical rainfall, mainly in the highlands, in the south of the country and coastal areas south of the Tropic of Cancer.
Late July begins hurricane season, the danger of which remains until the end of October. Most often, the Pacific coast is exposed to hurricanes, less often - the coast of the Gulf of Mexico and the Yucatan Peninsula.
Dry and clear weather set from November to March, these are the coldest months by local standards. According to tourists, the best vacation in Mexico is at this time: the rainy season is over, the sea is warm and comfortable, there is no extreme heat. Many tourists come from Europe, Canada and the USA, and prices are peaking. Below we will tell you more about the weather in Mexico in different months.
Weather in Mexico in March, April and May
At the beginning of spring, the air temperature tends to +30 ... + 33 ° С. The temperature of the coastal waters of the Pacific Ocean is + 25 ° С, the Caribbean Sea is + 27 ° С. Early spring in Mexico is an ideal time for a beach holiday on the coast, as the humidity is not yet as high as in summer, rains are rare, and the threat of hurricanes is not yet. Rest in May is already overshadowed by the beginning rains, the temperature of the water and air becomes 1-2 ° C higher.
Weather in Mexico in June - September
Summer in Mexico is hot and humid, in Acapulco, Cancun and Riviera Maya during the day +32 ... + 34 ° С, water in the Caribbean Sea + 29 ° С, in the ocean + 27 ° С. It rains frequently, and the risk of hurricanes increases from mid-summer.
Weather in October - November
From mid-October, the intensity of rains decreases, hurricanes subside. Temperature readings remain at summer level. In November, in most resorts in Mexico, the heat drops to + 29 ° C, with the exception of Acapulco.
Weather in December - February
Winter in Mexico is the best time for a beach holiday. On the coast, the weather is ideal: in Cancun, Riviera Maya during the day + 28 ° С, in Acapulco and Puerto Vallarta + 31 ° С. The water in the Caribbean Sea is + 27 ° С, in the ocean + 24 ° С. Snow can fall in the mountains, in Mexico City up to + 20 ° C.
Where is the best place to relax in Mexico
Tourists prefer the resorts and beaches of the Caribbean, although the Pacific coast is considered less crowded.
The most visited resort on the Caribbean coast in Mexico is Cancun. Why do tourists choose Cancun vacations? It is located on a long and narrow sand spit. One part of the coastline overlooks the bay, where the water is always calm. The second part is with strong waves, surfers and young people like to relax here. There are excellent hotels and developed infrastructure, it is also convenient to visit archaeological sites from Cancun (for example, the pyramids in Tulum and the ruins of the city of Coba).
Riviera Maya Is a 140 km tourist area with wide beaches south of Cancun. Among vacationers in Mexico, the youngest resort of Playa del Carmen, which grew up on the site of fishing villages, has gained the greatest popularity. There are spacious, uncrowded beaches, all conditions for snorkeling and diving are created. Nearby are the national parks Shel-Ha and Shkaret.
The island is very popular among diving and fishing enthusiasts. Cozumel: there is a huge coral reef, luxury hotels and dive clubs. Most of the island is occupied by the jungle.
The country's busiest resort is located on the Pacific coast - Acapulco... In the last century, it was the favorite resort of American millionaires, and still many tourists who come to Mexico prefer to relax there. The city is famous for its hot climate and active nightlife. Here are the best casinos, discos, restaurants and bars.
Los Cabos Is an elite resort. The main contingent of vacationers is rich Americans. The most expensive hotels here, and the price level is higher than in Acapulco. Athletes and spa lovers prefer to relax in Puerto Vallarta.
If you want a relaxing beach holiday in Mexico, pay attention to the resorts of Punta de Mita, Costa Alegre, Huatulco and Puerto Escondido on the Pacific coast.
Prices for holidays in Mexico - 2021
Let's talk a little about the prices for holidays in Mexico in 2021 using the example of the most popular resort - Cancun.
Flight. The cheapest air tickets, which are from Moscow to Mexico City in the fall of 2021, cost from 33 thousand rubles per person (in both directions). To fly to Cancun is a little more expensive - from 34 thousand rubles. We recommend looking for tickets on Aviasales and Skyscanner - this will help you find the cheapest ones. Read also the instructions on how to search for cheap flights correctly.
Food. Eating in an inexpensive restaurant will cost from $ 3 to $ 7 per person, in mid-range restaurants a dinner for two with alcohol will cost about $ 30-35.
Breakfast in inexpensive establishments in the hotel zone costs from $ 2 to $ 5.5, a budget lunch - from $ 3.5 to $ 8, dinner - $ 6-10 per person. Want to eat even cheaper? Move away from the tourist area. If you are staying in an apartment and have a kitchen, you can save some money by cooking yourself sometimes. Fruits and vegetables are cheap in Mexico.
Video - Food prices in a supermarket in Mexico
Hotels. Planning a holiday in Mexico during the high season? Better to book in advance. If you want to live on the coast in a hotel area (that is, on a sandy strip), be prepared to pay a tidy sum for a hotel: the average price is about $ 80 per day for a double standard. Although there are budget hotels (from $ 40 per room) and promotions in mid-range hotels with early booking. If you decide to stay in the city itself, then you can find a room from about $ 20 per day. We recommend searching for a hotel on Roomguru.ru, it finds the best price.
Transport. Public transport ticket - $ 0.5 per trip. A taxi from the airport to the Cancun hotel zone costs about $ 40-50 (you can order a Kiwi Taxi transfer online from $ 35), a bus from the airport - $ 5-8.
Entertainment and attractions. Swimming with dolphins starts from $ 160 (45 minutes). Fishing - from $ 150. Excursion to Chichen Itza - from $ 80 per person. Entrance fees to attractions - about $ 4-5.
Prices for tours to Mexico in 2021
How much does an all inclusive vacation in Mexico cost in 2021? Tours from Moscow to Cancun all inclusive in high season cost from 220 thousand rubles for two (14 nights, 3-5 * hotels, 1 line). All-inclusive packages in 5-star hotels - from 280 thousand rubles for 14 nights.
Exactly half the price - from 110 thousand rubles - you can relax if you live in downtown Cancun in a 2 * hotel without meals (14 nights). Full board in a 5-star hotel in the hotel zone costs from 188 thousand. If you want to save money on your vacation in Mexico, it is better to go during the off-season or off-season.You can try to catch a burning tour.
How to buy a hot tour? Compare prices of all popular tour operators and choose the best option using Level.Travel and Travelata services. We also recommend that you study the 7 rules of online search for cheap tours.
Things to do? Entertainment and excursions
Surfing, diving and fishing are available for outdoor enthusiasts in Mexico. Those partial to shopping - explore local boutiques and markets. For young people leading an active nightlife, there are nightclubs and discos.
Museums, art galleries and colonial architecture will also delight. An unforgettable trip will be to the capital - Mexico City, a city that can compete with Rome in terms of the number of historical monuments. Tourists in their reviews advise during their holidays in Mexico to visit the National Palace, Constitution Square, Cathedral, Church of the Holy Communion, Frida Kahlo's house-museum, Templo Mayor Museum and Three Cultures Square.
Trips to ancient settlements are no less exciting: the Mayan pyramids in Teotihuacan, Chichen Itza and other places. These trips will take an entire day, but the experience is worth it. In addition, Mexico has a large number of national parks and reserves that can be visited with children.
Holidays in Mexico with children
The flight from Russia to Mexico takes at least 12 hours, so not all parents decide on such a long trip with a child. At the same time, the Riviera Maya, according to tourists, is ideal for families with children. There are long wide beaches, hotels with a well-groomed green area and a mini-club for children; nearby there is the Shkaret nature reserve with turtles, a butterfly park and pink flamingos.
There are many affordable family hotels in Playa del Carmen and on the island of Cozumel. Schoolchildren will be interested in rides and excursions to ancient cities. From the age of 10, you can already take the first diving training.
Reviews of tourists about the rest in Mexico
As tourists note in their reviews, the main disadvantage of a vacation in Mexico is the high cost of the flight and its duration. The rest is wonderful - turquoise water, white sand, picturesque nature. Mexican cuisine will appeal to lovers of the "hot". Hotels usually have several restaurants, and the buffet is standard almost everywhere.
Prices for hotel accommodation are wide, but excursions are mostly expensive - $ 100-150 per trip. But the bus service is well developed, and if you have basic knowledge of English or Spanish, you can see many sights on your own.
Video about interesting facts about Mexico
