Mexico: Five Destinations to Visit Now

The Yucatan. Courtesy Dennis Jarvis and anji on Flickr under CC.

While safety concerns in some parts of Mexico are valid, a recent article in the San Francisco Chronicle reminds us that there are still wonderful places throughout the country where would-be travelers should not be dissuaded from going. After all, much of the trouble is contained in just nine of 31 states - mainly those sharing a border with the United States.With this in mind, if youre considering a trip to Mexico and want to know what its safest destinations are, look into a visit to the Yucatn, Tlaxcala, Puebla, Quertaro, Baja California, Campeche, Veracruz, Hidalgo, Chiapas, San Luis Potos, the Federal District (Mexico City), Tabasco, Zacatecas, and Guanajuato. The Yucatn and Tlaxcala, for instance, are as safe as Minnesota and Vermont, in comparison.Banyan Tree Mayakoba, Playa del Carmen - Welcome amenity and other special perks.Capella Pedregal, Cabo San Lucas - Upgrade on availability, plus daily breakfast.Four Seasons Mexico City - A soothing oasis in the heart of this bustling capital city.Habita Hotel, Mexico City - Refined elegance featuring serene spaces in this artful hotel.Pueblo Bonito Pacifica Resort & Spa, Cabo San Lucas - Breakfast for two daily and more.Find great luxury hotels throughout Mexico on Perfect Escapes.


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