Notes from the Mexican coast

Destination Guides

Progreso, Yucatán: Gulf beaches, malecón vibes and one of the world's longest piers

Your guide to Progreso's beach: Blue Flag sands, calm Gulf water, a buzzing malecón, and an easy bus from Mérida. When to go, what to do, and where to eat by the water.

March 8, 2025 · 9 min read

Resort Guides

How to choose a Mexico resort: a practical 5-step guide

Choose the right Mexico resort by matching coast, budget, trip style, amenities, and season with this practical five-step guide.

January 16, 2025 · 18 min read

Resort Guides

Best Mexico beach resorts: a practical luxury guide

Compare standout Mexico beach resorts by coast, trip style, season, and budget before you choose where to stay.

January 11, 2025 · 12 min read

Resort Guides

Luxury vs all-inclusive: choosing the right Mexico resort for your style

Discover the key differences between luxury and all-inclusive Mexico resorts. Expert comparison of costs, amenities, and experiences to help you choose the perfect vacation style.

January 11, 2025 · 8 min read

Destination Guides

10 Mexico resort destinations for different budgets

Compare 10 Mexico resort destinations by nightly budget, setting, transport, and trip style—from Puerto Escondido to Mayakoba.

January 11, 2025 · 10 min read

Destination Guides

10 charming villages on Mexico's west coast to stay and visit

Plan your next Pacific escape with these 10 picturesque coastal villages across Mexico's west coast, complete with lodging tips, local flavor, and the best time to visit.

March 5, 2024 · 11 min read

Safety & Tips

Safest beaches in Mexico: calm water, lifeguards and what to check

No beach is safe on its own. Where Mexico's water tends to be calmer, how to read the flags and what to check before you swim, for families and cautious swimmers.

February 10, 2024 · 10 min read

Travel Planning

Mexico beach vacation planning: complete guide for first-time visitors

Everything you need to know to plan the perfect Mexico beach vacation. From choosing the right destination to safety tips, transportation, and budget planning - your complete first-timer's guide.

January 10, 2024 · 15 min read

Family Travel

Family-friendly beaches in Mexico: top destinations for kids and parents

Discover the 12 best family-friendly beaches in Mexico with calm waters, kid-safe activities, and amenities parents love. Complete safety guide and tips for traveling with children.

January 8, 2024 · 11 min read

Travel Planning

Best time to visit Mexico's beaches: seasonal guide and weather patterns

Complete seasonal guide to visiting Mexico's beaches. Learn the best times for weather, crowds, prices, and activities across the Caribbean, Pacific, and Gulf coasts with month-by-month recommendations.

January 5, 2024 · 13 min read

Best beaches in Sinaloa: 7 spots you can't miss

Golden Pacific strands and lively malecóns—see seven Sinaloa beaches with crowds, facilities, and insider tips.

April 2, 2025 · 8 min read

Best beaches in Nayarit: 7 spots you can't miss

Surf towns and luxe bays collide in Nayarit—here are seven beaches with crowd intel, facilities, and insider tips.

March 31, 2025 · 8 min read

Best beaches in Jalisco: 7 spots you can't miss

Chart Puerto Vallarta's coastline and beyond with seven Jalisco beaches, crowd intel, facilities, and local tips.

March 28, 2025 · 8 min read

Best beaches in Colima: 7 spots you can't miss

Small state, big coastline—discover seven Colima beaches with crowd levels, facilities, and practical tips for easy Pacific escapes.

March 26, 2025 · 8 min read

Best beaches in Michoacán: 7 spots you can't miss

Unplug on Michoacán's raw Pacific with seven beaches, crowd levels, facilities, and practical tips for surfy road trips.

March 24, 2025 · 8 min read

Best beaches in Guerrero: 7 spots you can't miss

From Acapulco icons to quiet Costa Grande coves, explore seven Guerrero beaches with crowd intel, facilities, and local tips.

March 21, 2025 · 8 min read

Best beaches in Oaxaca: 7 spots you can't miss

Follow Oaxaca's Pacific curve to seven essential beaches, with crowd notes, facilities, and insider tips from Puerto Escondido to Huatulco.

March 19, 2025 · 8 min read

Best beaches in Chiapas: 7 spots you can't miss

Head to Chiapas' southern Pacific for seven underrated beaches with crowd intel, facilities, and traveler tips.

March 17, 2025 · 8 min read

Best beaches in Tamaulipas: 7 spots you can't miss

Discover seven Tamaulipas beaches with boardwalk energy, wildlife-rich estuaries, facilities, and tips for breezy Gulf days.

March 14, 2025 · 8 min read

Best beaches in Tabasco: 7 spots you can't miss

Blend riverside flavor with Gulf breezes at seven Tabasco beaches, complete with crowd levels, facilities, and smart planning tips.

March 12, 2025 · 8 min read

Best beaches in Veracruz: 7 spots you can't miss

Sail through Veracruz's Gulf shoreline with seven standout beaches, crowd intel, facilities, and insider tips from port towns to quiet coves.

March 10, 2025 · 8 min read

Best beaches in Yucatán: 7 spots you can't miss

Plan a Gulf-side escape on the Yucatán coast with seven top beaches, local crowd intel, facilities, and smart tips for easy day trips from Mérida.

March 7, 2025 · 8 min read

Best beaches in Campeche: 7 spots you can't miss

Savor Campeche's calm Gulf waters with seven easygoing beaches, clear crowd intel, facilities, and local tips for seafood-and-sunset escapes.

March 5, 2025 · 8 min read

Best beaches in Quintana Roo: complete guide to Mexico's Caribbean coast

Discover the 15 most stunning beaches in Quintana Roo, from world-famous Cancún to hidden gems like Punta Allen. With amenities and insider tips for your perfect Caribbean getaway.

January 15, 2024 · 12 min read