Sargassum seaweed has been drawing a great deal of attention in the consumer media, as many tourist destinations in Mexico and the Caribbean have suffered unsightly drifts of the plant on their beaches. YesToMexico, an organization dedicated to providing accurate Mexico travel information, has released a guide to the seaweed to educate travelers on the situation. Sargassum 101 Sargassum is a…
“This is the best dessert ever!” my 6-year-old son gushed enthusiastically as he dunked a churro into a cup brimming with Mexican hot chocolate. He might have wanted to say more but decided to concentrate on downing the cinnamonsugared wand of fried dough instead. I didn’t blame him; I was practically hoovering up my order.…
Don’t get me wrong — Cabo is great. Who doesn’t like being treated to epic sunsets and fabulous food in luxury five-star resorts? No one. No one does not like that. Los Cabos is popular for a reason, as are all the other stars in Mexico’s line-up: Mexico City, San Miguel de Allende, Cancún, Playa…
Mexico has a long history of being a popular family destination with U.S. travelers. In fact, Mexico was voted the #1 destination for family travel. However, today’s headlines would have parents believe the destination is not fit for families, despite that being far from the truth. With summer about to be in full swing, families…
Mexico is a top-rated location for Destination Weddings due to its warm weather, extensive coastline and a vast array of beautiful venues and resorts. However, with headlines that can make soon-to-be brides nervous, YesToMexico wants to help you troubleshoot questions and plan a seamless experience for your clients and their guests. From safety concerns to…
For decades Acapulco, the once-glamorous Hollywood getaway, has been far off the U.S. tourist trail, having developed a reputation for corruption, violence and a volatile uncertainty. However, recent investments from both the public and private sector are showing that confidence in Acapulco as a destination might just be on the rise. It began at this…
Wondering where to travel for this spring? We love off-the-radar, undiscovered towns as much as the next person, but sometimes it’s okay to follow the masses. (Do you really think we’d tell you not to visit Paris?) Online booking app HotelTonight recently released the spring destinations trending among its more than 32 million users. The…
Say Yes to Mexico! Over the last several years, the travel industry has been challenged, frustrated and financially impacted by sensationalized media coverage related to Mexico travel safety. Along the way, advisors have faced the uncertainly of not knowing what can or should be said, how to best separate fact from fiction and use that…
On Wednesday, March 6, the U.S. Embassy in Mexico City issued a “security alert” that outlined “unforeseen problems” Spring Break travelers might encounter during a visit to Mexico. YesToMexico believes this alert creates a false parallel between travel to Mexico and very isolated, unlikely events. The alert does not include any new or increased threats…
It may not feel like it outside, but the summer of 2019 is just around the corner. And there’s no better time than now to plan your summer beach escape. After all, shopping for beachfront villas and resorts in seaside destinations will make you feel much better about the chilly temperatures of early spring. Below,…