Mexico

Mexico packs a sensory overload of colourful festivals, archaeological sites on a massive scale and one of the most exciting arts and culinary scenes in Latin America. With miles of Pacific and Caribbean coastline, Mexico can deliver a near-perfect beach holiday with a twist of culture. You will find some of Latin America’s most impressive citadels from lost civilizations in Mexico. Travel to The Yucatan Peninsula to see Chichen Itza’s famous temple pyramid with 365 steps for each day of the year. In Mexico City, Teotihuacán claims two of the world’s tallest pyramids and in the Oaxaca Valley, the Monte Alban ruins once stood proudly as the capital city of the Zapotec people. There are over 29,000 knowns archaeological ruins in Mexico; it is a country with a rich and chequered past – many ruins lie beneath or beside grand Colonial buildings in picturesque Spanish towns.

• Visit the Ancient Ruins of Chichen Itza to see the impressive Pyramid of Kukulcan and learn about Mayan history.
• Explore the Historic Center of Mexico City with its iconic Zocalo, the Templo Mayor ruins, and the National Museum of Anthropology.
• Relax on the beaches of the Riviera Maya, enjoying Cancun’s nightlife, Playa del Carmen’ eco-parks, or the tranquil shores of Tulum. Stay at Esencia, an elegant resort built as a private home for an Italian Duchess.
• Immerse yourself in the rich culture of Oaxaca by visiting its historic centre, the Zapotec ruins of Monte Alban, and tasting its famous cuisine, like mole and mezcal.
• Discover the Colonial Charm of San Miguel de Allende, known for its preserved architecture, colourful arts, and lively markets.