Mexico travel guide

There is a variety of accommodation to be found in Mexico, particularly in the areas surrounding the main tourist destinations such as Acapulco, Mexico City and Cancun. However, you should plan and book your trip and accommodation early, as many tourists from the United States (especially during Spring Break) tend to fill the vacancies extremely quickly. During these periods it can be difficult to find your ideal accommodation, whether it’s 5 star luxury or budget hotels.

Flights to Mexico City from Sydney generally take around 21 hours with the flights first stopping in Los Angeles. You can find many package deals that bundle together accommodation and cheap flights – for the best prices and travel deals, check our Holidays Section for Mexico Holiday Packages. These deals save you the hassle of booking all your travel details yourself.

Mexico holiday packages often include stays in diverse accommodation, from luxury hotels during your stay in Mexico City, and cabin stays during regional explorations of ruins and other famous tourist sites. With tour guides, local transport and food included in these travel deals, your Mexico holiday will allow you to experience the diverse cultural experience of Mexico in style. Book your Mexico Holiday online!

Some of the best places to visit in Mexico include the following:

• Acapulco – The second largest city in Mexico (after Mexico City) is a brilliant place for resorts, high-rise buildings, beaches lagoons and jungles. This mix of city and natural beauty make the city one of the most popular tourist destinations in Mexico.

• Chihuahua-Pacífic Railway – This scenic train line runs 655km from Los Mochis to Chihuahua through with excellent scenery, tunnels and canyons the whole way.

• Mexico City – This is the world’s third largest city after Tokyo and New York, with a population on 18 million. This makes the city an ideal stop for tourists, with sights, sounds and culture wherever you go. The best time to visit is during October, when the city is at its best and the crowds aren’t too overwhelming like they are during the Christmas and New Years period.

The climate in Mexico is quite varied, from arid regions in the north, temperate forests in central Mexico (Mexico City for instance) and tropical forests in the south. The best time for travellers to venture to Mexico is between October and May due to both the climate and because the local population generally does their travelling around New Years and Christmas time.

Visitors travelling from many western countries such as Australia, New Zealand, the United States and most other western European countries are permitted to enter Mexico with out a visa. However for stays longer than 3 days travellers must attain a Government Tourist Card, which is valid for up to 180 days. The cards are available at local Embassies and Consulates or at boarder crossings.