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Beach resorts, local culture, surf, nightlife, golf, and breathtaking whale and dolphin encounters make this part of Mexico an irresistible destination.

Spot wildlife and marvel at striking geological formations while riding along a stretch of pristine golden sand on an all-terrain bike. 

Puerto Escondido’s liveliest beach offers attractions year-round with its big waves, international surf competitions, folk festivals and pulsating nightlife.

Go beach hopping, try adventure sports, play 18 holes at luxury golf clubs and stay overnight at celebrity hangouts.  

Stunning beaches, rolling waves, water sports, jungle treks and superb restaurants await visitors at this stylish getaway on the Pacific coast.

Puerto Escondido’s liveliest beach offers attractions year-round with its big waves, international surf competitions, folk festivals and pulsating nightlife.

Learn about this former republic’s history amid the city center’s colonial gems. Discover its beauty along the promenade and swim with sea lions.

See how this former fishing village has transformed into a stunning Caribbean destination centered on the acclaimed Hol Chan Marine Reserve.

Glass-bottom boats take vacationers around the picturesque coastline of this gorgeous bay, where you can participate in diving and whale watching.

Framed by a golden arch, the tumultuous water and pointed rocks of this sandy bay provide a turbulent alternative to neighboring Lover’s Beach.

Learn about this former republic’s history amid the city center’s colonial gems. Discover its beauty along the promenade and swim with sea lions.

Discover one of the world’s tallest aqueducts, thermal spas and architectural wonders from Mexico’s colonial years at this town in western Hidalgo.

Watch in awe as locals perform spectacular dives from a raised platform into an area of shallow and rocky water.

Artillery displays, model ships and portrayals of historic battles bring Mexico’s naval past to life at this modern and informative museum.

Artillery displays, model ships and portrayals of historic battles bring Mexico’s naval past to life at this modern and informative museum.

With miles of coastline and a charming historic center, this is one of the most inviting beach destinations on Mexico’s Pacific Coast.

Admire colonial-era mansions, listen to live music and people-watch from sidewalk cafés at this sophisticated square in the heart of Mazatlán’s historic center.

Puerto Escondido’s liveliest beach offers attractions year-round with its big waves, international surf competitions, folk festivals and pulsating nightlife.

Admire colonial-era mansions, listen to live music and people-watch from sidewalk cafés at this sophisticated square in the heart of Mazatlán’s historic center.