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Nowadays, people on business or leisure travel demand the best hotels for them to stay and relax. With the variety of beach hotels and resorts around the world, you can easily find one that suits your demands and lifestyle. They offer different services and amenities with packages and discounts that you can choose from.

Nikki Beach Hotels and Resorts offer great value for business and leisure packages. Jack Penrod founded it in 1996. The hotel was established with the best amenities, keeping in mind the exciting features that would give their guests a precious experience.

Nikki Beach expanded rapidly in different strategic places like St. Tropez, St. Barths, Cabo San Lucas, New York City, Marbella and many more. It also offers entertainment events in art, music, fashion and film for its valued guests.

All of the Nikki Beach Hotels and Resorts provide exclusive 5-star services, which include personalized check-ins and checkouts, private butler service, 24-hour concierge service, exclusive beach club membership, VIP Ultra Lounge, room music selection, and a 24-hour maid service.

Nikki Beach Hotels and Resorts offer the following luxurious amenities:
• VIP Limo Airport Pickup
• Personal Assistant for each guest
• In-room catering and bar hosting on request
• Private VIP cabanas with full bottle service, personal cocktail server and premium spirits.
• Daily entertainment
• VIP Wedding Packages for the most special part of your life.
• Special Events such as art, musical and fashion shows are on throughout the year.

Another one to consider is the Ocean Waters Hotels and Resorts located in Daytona Beach Florida. This is an ideal place to enjoy the beach and the beautiful weather. The hotel offers a golf course just outside your door for an experience of outdoor game. You can also request for a golf instructor to assist you.

If you want to relax, try the Ocean Waters Spa to experience a soothing and relaxing feeling, removing that stress away. Along with the amenities offered, you can enjoy your favourite dishes with their high-class restaurants that offer the most delicious food in town. Ocean Waters has invested a lot of resources to achieve its level as one of the World’s Most Famous Beach.

Hilton Clearwater Seaside Resort is among the best recommended beach resort. It is located in Gulf of Mexico’s 10 acres of spectacular coastline. The resort offers its guests with an enchanting view of one of the world’s best white sand beaches. Enjoy the beautiful blue skies, fresh air while having your favorite drink with the resort’s personalized service.

Amenities and services offered by the Hilton Clearwater Seaside Resort:
• Within walking distance to Clearwater Beach’s best restaurants and activities.
• Only 20 minutes from St. Petersburg / Clearwater International Airport (PIE).
• Just a half hour from Tampa International Airport (TIA), giving flexibility with flights.
Experience the pleasures of a splendid vacation with Caribbean-style setting in Clearwater Beach, Florida. It offers a tropical landscape that greets its guests with the warmest and hospitable services from its staff and crew. Refresh yourself and relax with the resort’s high-class swimming pools.

Have a look on what the Clear Water Beach can offer:
• Consists of 416 newly- renovated guest rooms and suites, most with balconies.
• Seven Gulf front suites, four executive suites, and a single one-bedroom plush VIP suite.
• High Speed Wireless Internet in the whole area of the resort.
• Onsite dining venues with attractive gulf sceneries.
• Onsite water sports activities, including parasailing, wave running and kayaking.
• 35,000 square feet of extended event space for meetings and special occasions
• 24-hour business center facility that offers printing, faxing, photocopy services and computer use.

Experience a world-class accommodation with Miami Beach Resort and Spa. The resort is surrounded by Atlantic Ocean and the Intra Coastal Waterway. You can enjoy and relax in the resort’s exclusive spa.

The resort offers elegantly structured amenities with good services and hospitality you will definitely appreciate.

In addition to the incredible deals on the top ten, each week for ten weeks, the travel website will be featuring a limited-time offer on one special vacation spot. This week happens to be Mexico. From now until August 28th, you can save $100 instantly on a flight to Mexico and a hotel stay of six nights or more. After August 28th, presumably Expedia will choose another of their top ten destinations to discount even further.

So I thought I’d do a little comparison shopping to see how Expedia’s 10th anniversary incredible deal to Mexico stood up against one of its competitors – Travelocity. I picked a random Mexican destination – Cozumel; a random hotel in Cozumel – The Reef Club; and a random city to fly to and from – Philadelphia. I shopped for flight and hotel from September 4 – September 11 and choose the same exact flights.

The winner? Expedia did come in lower. At $2.068.73 (after $100 instant savings) their anniversary price was $120.27 less than Travelocity’s price. Both prices included discounts for booking air and hotel together and both included all taxes and fees.

So it seems Expedia’s anniversary deals are worth looking into. Here are the destinations that Expedia is offering discounts to during their anniversary.

Mexico – Choose from Acapulco, Cancun, Costa Rica, Cozumel, Los Cabos, Mazatlan, Mexico City, Puerto Vallarta, and Riviera Maya. And don’t forget – if you book your Mexican trip by August 28th and use coupon code MEX100 when you check out you can save an extra $100.

Las Vegas – Here are just a few of the hotels Expedia is offering their deal at – Sahara, Excalibur, Bally’s, Treasure Island, MGM Grand, Mirage and Mandalay.

Orlando – You can take the family to Walt Disney World, Epcot, Sea World, Universal, and Disney’s Blizzard Beach when you stay at local hotels such as Ramada, Lake Buena Vista, Royal Plaza, Hyatt Grand Cypress and The Florida Hotel. Stay three nights, get one free.

Los Angeles – There are 18 hotels to choose from with Expedia’s Los Angeles packages including Comfort Inn, Wyndham, Marriot Marina Del Ray, and The Tower Beverly Hills.

Caribbean – Choose from Antigua, Aruba, Bahamas, Barbados, Cayman, Domincan Republic, Jamaica, Puerto Rico, and USVI.

Hawaii – Choose from the islands Oahu, Maui, Kauai, and Big Island.

New York City – Take in a Broadway show while you stay in hotels such as The Pickwick Arms, Woogo Central Park, Salisbury or The Mansfield.

San Francisco – While in the city by the bay you can stay at one of fourteen hotels including The Bay Bridge Inn, Monarch Hotel, Miyako, Bay Landing, or Sir Francis Drake.

Washington D.C. – Fifteen hotels are available in the nation’s capital including Geroge Washington Inn, Washington Court, Lansdowne, and the infamous Watergate Hotel.

Europe – Some of Europe’s most popular destinations are included in Expedia’s tenth anniversary deal including London, Rome, Paris, Amsterdam, Munich, Barcelona, and Dublin.

In addition to their anniversary deals, Expedia is also giving away a $50,000 vacation and other weekly and daily prizes for those who choose to enter their contest

OK I am Ready for Sunshine? A Tan. Swim and Sunbathe. A Glass of wine in your own Jacuzzi? Breakfast is an Orange or Grapefruit picked from your own Tree.

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A 3 Bedroom 3 Bath Villa with your own Pool and Spa with Incredible Mountain and City Light Views. Starting at $1500 a week (Dollars) and going really Upscale to a 5 Bedroom 4 Bath for $2950 a week.( Sleeps 8-12)

We have a selection of Condos for $1000 and up a week also. Plus we have special Couples rates and Honeymoon Packages.. And Guys what about a Golf Trip for you and a Cruise for the Lady we have those combos also. How about those anniversaries, Special Occasions, Family reunions we cater for them all.

So Margaritas anyone ?????

Top your Vacation off with a 3/4 or 7 Day Cruise to Mexico starting at $545 a person for a Balcony Cabin ( less for inside and onsite cabins -no

Balcony) Visit Cabo San Lucas , Puerto Vallarta and Mazatlan. Pay Dollar Prices instead of pounds.

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Mexican Coastal Resorts

In Mexico, Mayan Riviera, Cozumel on the Yucatan Peninsula, Cancun, and Los Cabos on Baja Peninsula are the most popular tourist destinations. Particularly, the Yucatan has witnessed a spectacular rise in resort and hotel development because of its amazing beaches and Mayan archaeological sites such as Chichen Itza and Tulum. The Mayan Riviera is also popular as the top destination for Canadian travelers. Climbing up the popularity charts are also Puerto Vallarta and a revitalized Acapulco on the Pacific coast. In Puerto Vallarta, the destination that is gaining rapid popularity is Nuevo Vallarta, which is located at north of the old town.

Growing Golf in Cuba

Cuba was devoid of any golf culture until the famous Varadero Golf was built. After it was set up, the island has just not looked back in terms of the sport’s popularity. Today, Cuba is the most sought after golf destination and is a vital attraction for the local as well as international sports lovers. Currently, the much famous Varadero Golf Club does over 32,000 rounds annually. It intends to add nine more holes to its existing facility, according to the management. A European has been given the responsibility to design the new golf site that is likely to have five holes on ocean, instead of the existing two.

Dominican Republic’s all-inclusive Packages

The growing popularity of The Dominican Republic as a tourist spot is reflected in a spectacular rise in its hotel rooms to nearly 40,000. The destination is among the favorite tourist spot for the Canadians, because of its all-inclusive vacations. In such packages, one up-front payment covers facilities including airfare, accommodation, unlimited alcohol, food, and resort activities like tennis and windsurfing. So much so that the popularity of the Dominion Republic’s all-inclusive packages have reached Caribbean and Mexican destinations. Canadian tourists heading to the Dominion Republic pay as low as $999 per person for an all-inclusive trip to a hotel/resort situated at just 10 minutes away from Puerto Plata.

Caribbean Cruises

Even the biggest tropical storms move at snail’s pace when compared with the cruise ships, which is the biggest reason for the growing popularity of the Caribbean cruises. The nice weather of the Caribbean serves like an icing on the hot cake. Even a hurricane in the cruise’s path seems like a vacuum cleaner that sucks the moisture out of the air, leaving behind bright sunny days for the tourists. Moreover, with the political uncertainties across the globe, the Canadians prefer holiday trips close to home, which is another reason contributing towards the increasing popularity of Caribbean cruises.

Ann Lile: All-inclusive resorts will give you the most for your money since most packages will include all meals, drinks, and non-motorized activities available at the resort.

The Colonial Cities of Mexico (including Aguascalientes, Guanajuato, Guadalajara, San Miguel de Allende, Zacatecas and Merida) are also good value, giving the traveler a cultural/historical experience similar to Europe, only at a much better price.

When is the best time of the year to go to Mexico?

Ann: The peak season for traveling to Mexico is December through April,while the low season is from May through November.

The official hurricane season is June to October, which affects primarily the Yucatan Peninsula and Southern Coast. If you’re going to be honeymooning during hurricane season, and can’t take the chance of being visited by a hurricane on your vacation, you might be wise to avoid these regions of the country to be absolutely safe.

Rainy season is May through mid-October. The rainy season is of little consequence in the Northern region of the country while the Southern region typically receives tropical showers in the late afternoon on a daily basis.

Do you have any “hidden gems” of Mexico?

Ann: My personal favorites are the colonial cities of Mexico. These cities offer a tremendous amount of history, culture, architecture, a great climate, and a taste of the real Mexico. Built back in the 1500’s near the silver mines, these cities offer many small, intimate properties for vacationers of all kinds.

Highly recommended places to stay are the Quinta Real properties in Huatulco or Aguascalientes, which will give the traveler an intimate experience that combines the true flavor of Old Mexico with a historical feel.

Compared to Tahiti or Hawaii, what makes Mexico a special destination?

Ann: In addition to having beautiful beaches and various water activities to enjoy like Hawaii and Tahiti, Mexico affords the traveler the opportunity to experience wonderful archaeological sites such as Teotihuacán, Monte Alban, and Palenque. In addition, travelers can explore the Mayan ruins of Chichen Itza, Uxmal, and Tulum.

Mexico is also home to many all-inclusive resorts, which provide wonderful value for travelers.

Where do celebrities like to stay?

Ann: As expected, celebrities flock to resorts that offer the ultimate in luxury, comfort, and privacy.

Here is a short list of my personal favorites:

Cancun – Fiesta Americana Grand

Ixtapa – Villa del Sol

Riviera Maya – Paraiso de la Bonita and Maroma

Los Cabos – One and Only Palmilla, Marquis Los Cabos, Hotel Twin Dolphin

Costa Alegre – El Careyes, El Tamarindo, Hotelito Desconocido

Puerto Vallarta – Four Seasons Punta Mita, Grand Velas, or Kevin Costner’s house!

The travel industry has been hurting for a while and prices are being slashed to attract travelers. Places like Hawaii, Mexico and the Caribbean are offering heavily discounted travel packages and many new resorts have come on line. New resorts have sprung up in Jamaica, Dominican Republic, Cancun and the Mayan Riviera. Occupancy rates have been low with a large supply of hotel rooms.

If these resorts can cover their cost of having a guest stay in an otherwise empty room, the resort will profit from the money you spend at the bar, the restaurants, the spa and other activities. Last-minute travel deals are a win-win situation. The resort fills an empty room and makes money, and you the traveler get a great deal.

Peter B. Diaz, President and CEO of VoyageMonkey.com Online Travel says “Not only are we seeing deep discounted last-minute travel deals but longer term reservations booked well in advanced are seeing magnificent savings. The cruise industry is offering some of the best value vacation bargains we have seen in a long time. In recent years you have had many mega-cruise ships built. The law of supply and demand coupled with the recent economy has forced the cruise lines to compete heavily on price. It’s very easy in today’s market to cruise for under $100 per day per person.”

Look at places like Maui Hawaii that rely heavily on tourism, occupancy rates have been low and their local economy has felt the pinch. Not only are the Maui resorts offering great deals, but the local businesses are competing for your dollars with benefits such as two for one drinks, early bird dinner specials and dining coupons. Starwood Resorts has regular specials on some of their Kaanapali Maui properties which include The Westin Maui Resort & Spa, The Sheraton Resort at Black Rock and the Westin Kaanapali Ocean Resort Villas. These are all four star resorts of the beach offering luxury accommodations and plenty of amenities.

Cabo San Lucas Mexico is also seeing some deep discounted travel specials. Suffering from bad press about Mexico drug gang crimes and the swine flu, Cabo is desperately trying to fill vacancies. Remember that Cabo is very isolated from mainland Mexico and what goes on there. Peak season luxury beach resort hotel rooms are easily available from between $100 to $200 per night. There are regular daily flights to Cabo from many major US cities. There have also been some heavily discounted travel deals to Cancun Mexico & the Mayan Riviera as well as many other Mexican resort destinations. Bad media press about Mexico is often good news for the fearless traveler.

You may not see a better time to take a luxury vacation and go someplace special. If you can afford it, make the commitment and take time off to travel like a king. You may not see an opportunity like this in a long time. It’s time to search your favorite travel website or call your travel agent.

So is it worth it?  It would be an impossible task to research all of the 68 vacations currently being offered to determine value but our research showed that they do in fact provide vacation pricing that cannot be matched anywhere else online.  One of the price comparisons I researched as a test was for a Jamaica vacation at the Grand Lido Braco.  For two adults this vacation cost $890 via the World Ventures Dreamtrips product and Travelocity came in at $1050.  Another example I researched was a Cabo San Lucas trip to the Riu PaIace.  For two adults this vacation cost $758 via Dreamtrips product and Travelocity came in at $950.28.  There were some more extravagant trips that could not be easily compared because they would not show pricing unless you were a member and others were hard to compare because the Dreamtrips included extras that could not be purchased via the normal online booking engine.

Looking at the numbers it seems most consumers would recover their World Ventures Dreamtrips membership investment with the money they save by taking their first “Dreamtrip”.  Please be aware that this was by no means an exhaustive investigation as we only priced 2 of the 68 Dreamtrips available at time of writing, but based on this analysis, it seems that families taking at least one decent vacation a year would see the value out of their membership.

WorldVentures LTC (Leisure Travel Consultant) package sells for $199.95 up front and $24.99 a month.  The best description for this product would be an online travel “business in a box”.  This includes an online retail travel website, online travel tutorials and exam, along with opportunities for higher level travel industry training.

Evaluating the legitimacy of the World Ventures LTC product is a little tougher as it is not as much of a retail product for end consumers but rather the training, tools and systems to market to end consumers. To this end it looks as if they have the gamut covered pretty well.  I was particularly impressed by the Rovia search engine that powers the retail travel websites of LTC’s.  In doing an airfare search I was surprised to see that they also check Southwest airlines.  Because I actually needed to book the travel I was researching I ended up booking the airfare and had no issues with the fulfillment. There is also a “Match or Beat” price guarantee for online bookings against Expedia, Orbitz, Priceline and Travelocity.  After using the booking engine and seeing how it searches all the other booking engines I can start to see how the marketing claims of not needing to go anywhere else could be very true.  We have recently added a video review comparing WorldVentures Rovia to the competition on an airfare search as well as a cruise vacation search.

WorldVentures Scam Claim: WorldVentures LTC product is essentially a travel agent “card mill”

Travel agents have been hit especially hard in the past 10 years as more and more travel continues to be booked online.  In this same time frame several network marketing companies have made a failed attempt to take advantage of this shift.  Most are not around anymore and left a bad taste in the mouths of a lot of people because they were not delivering any true value. Instead, they were operating what is commonly referred to in the network marketing based travel industry as a “card mill”.  This is a situation where a networking company sells a travel agent package similar in description to WorldVentures LTC product but in reality it’s just a cheap plastic card designed to give the holder discounts as if they were a licensed travel agent.

I am happy to say that there is no sign that WorldVentures has gone this route with the LTC product.  I cannot find any reference to a travel agent discount card anywhere in their marketing material.  Further verification with WorldVentures agents has confirmed that you cannot obtain this card until making an industry standard of travel sales along with training and certifications similar in nature to what traditional travel agents must undergo.

We’ve barely gotten started with our review of World Ventures Dream Trips, check out the rest.

2)  Club Med in Ixtapa is the place to go when seeking a top-notch resort with kids’ amenities.   Families enjoy this lovely all inclusive Mexico resort because planned activities, including pool games, scavenger hunts and parades, are safe and keep the kids supervised while the adults partake in their own fun, such as playing tennis, sun bathing and attending fun on-property theater productions.

3)  The Melia in Puerto Vallarta draws vacationers seeking an all inclusive resort with a wide array of activities.    There are Flintstone-themed clubs for children and an 18-hole golf course, a climbing wall, an archery range, a zip line, a fitness center and the largest swimming pool in Puerto Vallarta for the adults.    The dining choices include Italian, seafood and traditional Mexico and are sure to tempt the taste buds.

4) The Barcelo Premium Los Cabos Resort in San Jose del Cabo will not disappoint.  Thatched-roof palapas, an open-air health club with waterfalls, a nine-hole putting course and swim-up pool bars make this one of Mexico’s most relaxing all-inclusive resorts.     The Barcelo also provides a good selection of supervised kids’ activities.

5)  The Le Blanc Spa Resort in Cancun is a great Mexico all inclusive resort for a wedding.    All arrangements, including the marriage certificate and the Justice of the Peace, are made by the resort, and either the lovely beach or the resort’s beautiful wedding gazebo serve as the backdrop for the wedding ceremony.    And once married, the Le Blanc offers a honeymoon package.

6)  The Villa del Palmar Flamingos in Nuevo Vallarta, just north of Puerto Vallarta, is a fun destination for families.    Children will enjoy participating in activities designed just for them while the adults partake in windsurfing, bicycling and a full-service spa.   Rooms have kitchenettes or full kitchens and ocean views.

7)  The Desire Resort and Spa in San Jose del Cabo is for adults only and offers elegantly appointed rooms and outstanding personal service.   Secluded and romantic, couples here enjoy delicious Italian and American cuisine, pulsating dance clubs and the option of wearing clothes or not.

The Dreams Suites Golf Resort and Spa in Cabo San Lucas is opulent, a little decadent and sure to impress each and every guest.    Luxury accommodations, sweeping ocean views and traditional Mexican architecture and décor make the Dreams one of Mexico’s top all-inclusive resorts.    With three pools, overflowing gardens, five gourmet restaurants, nearly unlimited activities and five-star service, the Dreams should be at the top of any Mexico vacationer’s list.

9)  The Barcelo Karmina Palace Hotel in Manzanillo is known as the crown jewel of the Mexican Riviera and boasts Mayan décor, three restaurants, a private beach and interconnected swimming pools.    This beautiful hotel has 324 luxury rooms and draws guests in search of understated elegance, bountiful gardens and a bit of privacy.

10)  El Cid Marina Beach Hotel in Mazatlan has an all-inclusive option and sits right along the coast.  A soft, white sandy beach, the biggest whirlpool in Mazatlan and two large swimming pools make this resort a great place to relax and regenerate.   Children’s activities, nearby underwater caves and an attentive staff add to El Cid’s considerable appeal.

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1) The Royal Hideaway Playacar in Playa del Carmen is tucked away on the coast of the Riviera Maya and attracts couples seeking a secluded destination for a wedding, a romantic holiday or a spot to celebrate an anniversary. Beautifully appointed with Spanish Colonial and Mediterranean architecture, the Royal Hideaway’s 200 rooms, numerous pools, delicious cuisine and full-service spa will be sure to enchant the most discerning travelers.

2) Club Med in Ixtapa is the place to go when seeking a top-notch resort with kids’ amenities. Families enjoy this lovely all inclusive Mexico resort because planned activities, including pool games, scavenger hunts and parades, are safe and keep the kids supervised while the adults partake in their own fun, such as playing tennis, sun bathing and attending fun on-property theater productions.

3) The Melia in Puerto Vallarta draws vacationers seeking an all inclusive resort with a wide array of activities. There are Flintstone-themed clubs for children and an 18-hole golf course, a climbing wall, an archery range, a zip line, a fitness center and the largest swimming pool in Puerto Vallarta for the adults. The dining choices include Italian, seafood and traditional Mexico and are sure to tempt the taste buds.

4) The Barcelo Premium Los Cabos Resort in San Jose del Cabo will not disappoint. Thatched-roof palapas, an open-air health club with waterfalls, a nine-hole putting course and swim-up pool bars make this one of Mexico’s most relaxing all-inclusive resorts. The Barcelo also provides a good selection of supervised kids’ activities.

5) The Le Blanc Spa Resort in Cancun is a great Mexico all inclusive resort for a wedding. All arrangements, including the marriage certificate and the Justice of the Peace, are made by the resort, and either the lovely beach or the resort’s beautiful wedding gazebo serve as the backdrop for the wedding ceremony. And once married, the Le Blanc offers a honeymoon package.

6) The Villa del Palmar Flamingos in Nuevo Vallarta, just north of Puerto Vallarta, is a fun destination for families. Children will enjoy participating in activities designed just for them while the adults partake in windsurfing, bicycling and a full-service spa. Rooms have kitchenettes or full kitchens and ocean views.

7) The Desire Resort and Spa in San Jose del Cabo is for adults only and offers elegantly appointed rooms and outstanding personal service. Secluded and romantic, couples here enjoy delicious Italian and American cuisine, pulsating dance clubs and the option of wearing clothes or not.

The Dreams Suites Golf Resort and Spa in Cabo San Lucas is opulent, a little decadent and sure to impress each and every guest. Luxury accommodations, sweeping ocean views and traditional Mexican architecture and décor make the Dreams one of Mexico’s top all-inclusive resorts. With three pools, overflowing gardens, five gourmet restaurants, nearly unlimited activities and five-star service, the Dreams should be at the top of any Mexico vacationer’s list.

9) The Barcelo Karmina Palace Hotel in Manzanillo is known as the crown jewel of the Mexican Riviera and boasts Mayan décor, three restaurants, a private beach and interconnected swimming pools. This beautiful hotel has 324 luxury rooms and draws guests in search of understated elegance, bountiful gardens and a bit of privacy.

10) El Cid Marina Beach Hotel in Mazatlan has an all-inclusive option and sits right along the coast. A soft, white sandy beach, the biggest whirlpool in Mazatlan and two large swimming pools make this resort a great place to relax and regenerate. Children’s activities, nearby underwater caves and an attentive staff add to El Cid’s considerable appeal.

Off Season Bargains

Beware of bargain rate, off season vacation packages, for one big reason. That is because the pictures on the brochure don’t show the heat and the humidity. If you don’t mind sweltering heat and humidity you can cut with a knife then go for it, because everything is a bargain in the off season in all the Mexican resort areas.

Still Great Prices

Perhaps you have heard of $1 taxi rides, 50 cent cocktails and mounding plates of sweet, delicious giant shrimp for $1.50. If you have, you can rest assured that the person who told you this visited Mexico back in the 1970s or 80s. Sure, there are still awesome deals, but not like that any more. Also, if you are planning on staying at one of the modern hotel resorts in a place like Cabo, don’t be shocked when you find the prices on food and drinks are even higher then in the states.

Travel Light

Do yourself a favor and travel light. Casual light dress is the norm and besides, its a lot more comfortable. Also, think twice before you pack expensive jewelry or video equipment and never leave anything in your hotel room that you wouldn’t mind being stolen. This rule particularly applies if you are stying in any of the cut rate hotels or motels.

Its Not Disneyland

While you are vacationing in Mexico never lose sight of the fact that you are in a foreign country, not Disneyland. For the most part, a $20-$30 bribe will cover any minor scrapes that a tourists can find themselves in with the local cops, but that doesn’t mean that someone can do whatever they please. Be respectful of the local laws and remember that many an American tourist who couldn’t hold their booze has found themselves enjoying their vacation from a roach infested Mexican jail cell.