Mexico

Whether you are active or just want to relax all day on the beach under the palm trees, Mexico has it all. Upbeat music, delicious food, an ice-cold corona can be interspersed with ancient maya temples, natural wonders called cenotes and wildlife such as flamingo or whale sharks. Good infrastructure makes it easy to get from A to B and you won't have to miss a thing!

We find it a fascinating country, with plenty of culture, diverse landscapes, cool sights and wonderful tropical beaches. In addition, don't forget to enjoy the famous Mexican cuisine with dishes like tacos, enchiladas and guacamole. Also try local specialities, such as mole in Puebla and ceviche on the coast, for an authentic culinary experience.

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Check out our blogs for the best tips to plan your ultimate trip! Whether you go backpacken on the Yucatán Peninsula, visit one of the cool islands, explore the underwater world of cenotes or soak up the sun on the white-sand beaches of Isla Holbox, there are so many cool things to do.

Our aim is to make planning your trip a lot easier and more fun. Therefore, in our blogs, we share practical tips on the best time to travel, which islands to visit and which activities not to miss. The first tip! Want to really experience this country? Then hire a car and take at least two weeks to travel around and enjoy lots of delicious Mexican food!

Could you use some help organising your trip? Check out our Travel journal where you can easily keep track of your budget, activities, favourites restaurants and excursions.

In Mexico, there are plenty of options to get from A to B relatively cheaply. Each mode of transport has advantages and disadvantages and we have listed them for you. This allows you to choose the transport option that suits you best.

Rental car: Surely our favourite is arranging your own hire car. Travelling by hire car gives you the ultimate freedom. In our opinion, it is the best way to travel around the country. It therefore gives you more freedom, compared to travelling by bus. Driving in southern Mexico is safe and easy. The roads are paved and you won't encounter much traffic between villages. In some ways, it is a bit boring itself as the roads consist mainly of long stretches of straight road.

Want to rent a car? Then do so with reliable organisations such as Sunny Cars. We have good experiences with this and the rental price is always all-inclusive. So you are well insured.

Public transport: In Mexico, public transport is also well organised. Via the ADO app or website you can easily book tickets and plan your itinerary. The buses are clean, equipped with toilets and run on time. Even at the bus stations, everything is clearly marked and the staff usually speak English. However, there are a few things to keep in mind:

• The distances between locations in Mexico are great so some buses only run 2x in a day.
• Popular bus routes are often already sold out. We advise you to buy your tickets at least one day before departure via the ADO app or website. You can often book tickets no earlier than 3 to 6 weeks in advance.
• The ADO app and website are only available in Spanish. You can then collect your ticket from the ticket office 2 hours before departure.
• Bring warm clothes to wear on the bus. The air conditioning is often blowing very hard
• Take all your valuables on the bus and keep an eye on them. Your large luggage goes in the hold so you have little visibility of it.

Would you rather book all your tickets in Dutch? Take a look at the website of Bookaway.co.uk. Booking is easy and you will receive your ticket via email!

Southern Mexico enjoys a year-round tropical climate and has two main seasons, the dry season and the rainy season.

Dry Season (November-April): In the dry season, it is usually around 28°C, making this ideal time to visit Mexico. Although you will find the most crowds and prices are higher during these months, it is the perfect time to explore ancient ruins, lounge on sandy shores and enjoy water activities, especially in coastal towns like Holbox and Tulum.

Rainy season (May-October): Are you looking more for green landscapes, excellent surf options and somewhat lower prices? Then the rainy season is the best time to go on holiday in Mexico. You can often expect short but heavy rain showers during this period, after which the sun breaks through again.

Tip: Hurricane season also falls during these months (September and October). Take this into account and make sure you pay attention to any warnings issued by local authorities.