Acapulco
This vibrant, legendary Pacific resort has one of the world’s most amazing bays and beaches, as
well as world-class golf, spas, hotels, restaurants and incredible nightlife.
Cancun
The island-city offers spectacular eco-tours, water sports, golf, horseback riding and fishing.
Luxurious hotels line its sandy white beach strip, and its vibrating nightlife includes all kinds of
clubs, discotheques and restaurants.
Cozumel
This utopian island is home to the world’s second-largest coral reef and its warm, clear waters
are perfect for divers and snorkellers. Don’t miss the stunning white beaches, water sports and
spa treatments.
Huatulco
Famous for its “nine bays”, powdery white beaches and lush vegetation, this paradise offers
activities for all ages, including golf, discotheques, sea excursions, horseback riding, dune
buggies, coral reef diving, water skiing and sailing.
Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo
Hotels line Ixtapa’s wide, golden sand beach. Nearby attractions include world-class golf, water
sports, scuba diving and surfing. Head for the sleepy fishing village of Zihuatanejo, and go
deep-sea fishing for sailfish, marlin and yellow-fin tuna.
Los Cabos
The history of Los Cabos is as rich as the landscape that defines the region. One of the oldest parts of the southern Baja Peninsula, Los Cabos translates into "The Capes," and brings a lasting history to this unequaled corner of the world.
Mazatlan
In the state of Sinaloa, Mazatlan Mexico offers visitors a glimpse of real a Mexican town. Mazatlan beaches are world renowned, as well as downtown Mazatlan where local attractions are equally charming.
Michoacan
Michoacan State, is unique and one-of-a-kind, the perfect fusion of unspoiled landscape, forests, mountains, lakes and uncrowded beaches picturesque towns, art and history. To visit Michoacán is to discover and learn what is the soul of México.
Oaxaca City
Oaxaca is constantly changing. It's colorful, bustling, vibrating with life from early morning until late at night. It's also reserved, formal, and mysterious--hiding its most intriguing features behind high stone walls, weathered doors, and the gracious manners of its citizens.
Puerto Escondido
Puerto Escondido is a traditional Mexican fishing village located 280 km south of the city of Oaxaca and 110 km west of Huatulco Bay in an area known as the Emerald Coast for its magnificent jade-green waters.
Puerto Vallarta
Puerto Vallarta, with its postcard-perfect beach, offers several distinct destinations rolled into
one. The old part of town features steep and narrow cobbled streets and the famous oceanfront
maleçon with its art works and photo-ops.
Riviera Maya
The Riviera Maya, from Cancun to Tulum, boasts powdery beaches, Mayan archaeological
sites and fascinating eco-tours. The sparkling beaches are magnificent and the waters with
multi-coloured corals, tropical fish, dolphins and turtles. Playa del Carmen is the place for
trendy shopping and restaurants.
Riviera Nayarit
Nayarit, located slightly north of Vallarta, is famous for its fabulously beautiful sunsets.
Yucatan
Yucatan is to the southeast of the Mexican Republic. Located in the central part of the Yucatan Peninsula, it is contiguous to the north with the Gulf of Mexico, to the southeast and east with Quintana Roo and to the west and southwest with Campeche.
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Language spoken in Mexico
Spanish. English widely spoken in most areas.
Currency and exchange used in Mexico
The Mexican Peso is the local currency, although Canadian dollars are recommended. Most hotels have a money exchange office on site. US dollars can be exchanged in banks only. Visa and Mastercard are the most widely accepted credit cards. ATM's are not easy to find and the Cirrus system is not compatible everywhere.
Please be advised that effective December 1, 2012, local purchases in Mexico can only be paid using Mexican pesos or credit card. Passengers can exchange their USD or CAD currency at the departing or arriving airports, a currency exchange service in destination, and some hotel lobbies (subject to availability).
Voltage in Mexico
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Vacation packing checklist
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While on vacation in Mexico
Sunwing suggests the recommendations below while traveling on vacation to Mexico to ensure that you have a safe and enjoyable holiday.
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Resort Check-in Information
Please have your Sunwing hotel voucher ready for check-in at the hotel's reception. Based upon your arrival and check-in time, it is possible that your room may not be ready. Pack your bathing suit, shorts and sunscreen in your carry-on so that you can enjoy the facilities until your room is available.
Welcome Briefing
Our welcome briefing provides valuable information on Mexico, your hotel services, money exchange, shopping, and excursions. We will also inform you about the departure procedure and answer any questions you may have. Make sure to attend yours.
Help in Destination
Your friendly Sunwing destination representative is available in Mexico should you require assistance. Please check the Sunwing Vacations information boards or binders located in your hotel for a schedule of when your Sunwing destination representative is available.
Drinking Water
It is recommended that you drink bottled water while in Mexico. Most hotels offer bottled water in your hotel room and can also be purchased in the hotel's shop and in grocery stores. The ice and drinking water served in the hotels are generally made from purified water.
Long Distance Calls
Long distance telephone charges in Mexico can be quite expensive. It is recommended to make a collect call or use your calling card. Service charges may apply when calling from your hotel room.
Safety Deposit Boxes
Please use your safety deposit box for all your valuables, cash and travel documents. Some hotels in Mexico provide safety deposit boxes free of charge while others may require a nominal fee. You will be required to pay a penalty fee if you lose the key.
Resort Safety
Traveling to foreign destinations can be very exhilarating. Tourists must be aware that potential problems and risks to your personal safety could exist anywhere. Please use the same personal safety precautions and common sense on your vacation that you would at home e.g. apply sunscreen frequently, do not swim alone and do not display cash. Avoid venturing out alone and beware of dark or isolated areas.
Taxes and Tipping
Generally, taxes are automatically added to purchases. The tipping percentage is similar to that at home. If you receive good service, please express your gratitude and offer a tip.
Your Flight Home
Please check the Sunwing Vacations information boards or binders located in your hotel to reconfirm your flight from Mexico and its departure time. As a friendly reminder, make sure that you have packed your flight documents, medication, or any articles that you must have with you at all times in your carry-on luggage. Seat selection is on a first come, first serve basis at the airport, unless previously booked and paid for prior to your departure.
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First built by the Aztecs in 1325…Mexico City is now
one of the world’s largest cities, with over 20 million
inhabitants. |
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Mexico is the world’s largest spanish speaking
country, with more than 106 million people & 60
different dialects. |
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Salma Hayek is the 1st Mexican movie star to achieve
stardom in Hollywood since Delores Del Rio in
the 1920’s. |
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The Mexican War of Independence against Spain lasted
from 1810 to 1821. Of course, the Mexicans (finally) won! |
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Writing’s on the wall! The Olmec tribe in pre-Spanish
Mexico is often credited with creating…writing! |
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