Ask yourself: what could be more relaxing than lying on a tropical beach, watching the sun set? Especially in the equatorial latitudes, sunsets are certainly a sight to behold " the glowing orange disc descending on the horizon, seeming to melt into the glittering waves as they dance, alight with fiery colors. If you close your eyes, you can almost hear the tranquil calls of tropical birds singing their mates home to roost, and smell the salty, invigorating scent of the sea. This is the kind of evening that becomes typical after a few days vacationing in Mexico " to be followed by a gorgeous, brilliant sunrise the next morning, provided you wake up early enough to catch it! Your entire family will be so awed at the pristine beaches, balmy weather, and sumptuous cuisine that it'll be hard to believe the vacation can get any better; rest assured, though, that all that is only the beginning.
A Land of Pleasure, Full of History
Whatever your family's preferred vacation activity, it's a safe bet you can find it within a stone's throw of your hotel in Mexico. For that matter, if every member of your family has a different preferred activity, you can be confident they'll all be equally pleased by the multitude of options this amazing land has to offer. Lovers of the good life will be hard pressed to find superior luxury resorts anywhere in the world " the Mexican Riviera Maya hosts a full complement of five-star accommodations at unbelievable prices. If big cities are more your style than tropical beaches, look no further than Mexico City " second only to Tokyo as the largest urban environment on the planet, a city as modern and twenty-first century as it is rich in history. And if history is what you came to experience, you'll need more than just a few weeks " more than a few months, in fact " to take in all the magnificent Mayan ruins on the Yucatan peninsula.
The Mystery of Tulum
A prime example of Mexico's ability to offer incredible scenery, family fun, and a sense of connection with history can be found at the ancient Maya site of Tulum. One of the last cities inhabited by the Maya civilization, persisting more than half a century into the Spanish occupation of the New World, the population of Tulum was eventually decimated by diseases brought by the European colonists and Conquistadors. Like many Maya ruins, Tulum is nestled in the bosom of a tropical jungle; you can walk amidst giant pyramids like the El Castillo, marvel at its gigantic protective seawall, and see the remains of the enormous Temple of the Descending God. One of the few Maya port cities, Tulum is also famous for having one of the world's oldest lighthouses, which used the rays of the sun to help guide ships to safety between the treacherous barrier reefs that lie just offshore. You can walk the site, or take a bike tour if you prefer " and, most convenient of all, Tulum is located just a few short miles from the luxurious Riviera Maya, full of beautiful cabanas and exciting eco-lodges to return to at the end of the day.
Unlimited Potential for Adventure
For those interested in eco-tourism as well as lots more Mayan history, the beautiful country of Belize is only a short hop south of Mexico's Yucatn peninsula. Small but unusually lush and verdant, a visit to Belize opens the door to a wide range of outdoor adventures. You can experience a real-life descent into the ancient Mayan underworld by cave tubing in the Actun Tunichil Muknal (ATM) cave system. You can relax while you learn as you float down miles of underground rivers on a cave tubing tour, bobbing past millennia of geologic and Mesoamerican history that few in the world will ever glimpse with their own eyes. Nature lovers can enjoy bird-watching tours with experienced guides, who can point out the multitudinous species of brightly-plumed tropical birds that roost in the forest treetops, or just take an eco-hike through a lush landscape ripe with giant ferns, colorful flowers, sparkling waterfalls, and majestic sunsets.
Wherever you decide to go, and whatever your fancy, it's a safe bet that Mexico and Central America will have all your desires covered. The wealth of experience that you'll gain in even a brief stay, the everlasting memories it will create for you and your family make the decision to spend your next holiday in Central America an easy one to come by. Start shopping for your plane ticket today!
A Land of Pleasure, Full of History
Whatever your family's preferred vacation activity, it's a safe bet you can find it within a stone's throw of your hotel in Mexico. For that matter, if every member of your family has a different preferred activity, you can be confident they'll all be equally pleased by the multitude of options this amazing land has to offer. Lovers of the good life will be hard pressed to find superior luxury resorts anywhere in the world " the Mexican Riviera Maya hosts a full complement of five-star accommodations at unbelievable prices. If big cities are more your style than tropical beaches, look no further than Mexico City " second only to Tokyo as the largest urban environment on the planet, a city as modern and twenty-first century as it is rich in history. And if history is what you came to experience, you'll need more than just a few weeks " more than a few months, in fact " to take in all the magnificent Mayan ruins on the Yucatan peninsula.
The Mystery of Tulum
A prime example of Mexico's ability to offer incredible scenery, family fun, and a sense of connection with history can be found at the ancient Maya site of Tulum. One of the last cities inhabited by the Maya civilization, persisting more than half a century into the Spanish occupation of the New World, the population of Tulum was eventually decimated by diseases brought by the European colonists and Conquistadors. Like many Maya ruins, Tulum is nestled in the bosom of a tropical jungle; you can walk amidst giant pyramids like the El Castillo, marvel at its gigantic protective seawall, and see the remains of the enormous Temple of the Descending God. One of the few Maya port cities, Tulum is also famous for having one of the world's oldest lighthouses, which used the rays of the sun to help guide ships to safety between the treacherous barrier reefs that lie just offshore. You can walk the site, or take a bike tour if you prefer " and, most convenient of all, Tulum is located just a few short miles from the luxurious Riviera Maya, full of beautiful cabanas and exciting eco-lodges to return to at the end of the day.
Unlimited Potential for Adventure
For those interested in eco-tourism as well as lots more Mayan history, the beautiful country of Belize is only a short hop south of Mexico's Yucatn peninsula. Small but unusually lush and verdant, a visit to Belize opens the door to a wide range of outdoor adventures. You can experience a real-life descent into the ancient Mayan underworld by cave tubing in the Actun Tunichil Muknal (ATM) cave system. You can relax while you learn as you float down miles of underground rivers on a cave tubing tour, bobbing past millennia of geologic and Mesoamerican history that few in the world will ever glimpse with their own eyes. Nature lovers can enjoy bird-watching tours with experienced guides, who can point out the multitudinous species of brightly-plumed tropical birds that roost in the forest treetops, or just take an eco-hike through a lush landscape ripe with giant ferns, colorful flowers, sparkling waterfalls, and majestic sunsets.
Wherever you decide to go, and whatever your fancy, it's a safe bet that Mexico and Central America will have all your desires covered. The wealth of experience that you'll gain in even a brief stay, the everlasting memories it will create for you and your family make the decision to spend your next holiday in Central America an easy one to come by. Start shopping for your plane ticket today!
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