OVERVIEW
Mexico is one of our most popular honeymoon destinations, the combination of Mexican culture and luxurious beach escapes ensure newlyweds come back relaxed and happy.
Mexico is located between the Pacific Ocean and the Gulf of Mexico, sharing a border with North America, Guatemala and Belize.
There are quite a few different areas that collectively make up Mexico and for your honeymoon we recommend either Cancun, Riviera Maya or Los Cabos. Riviera Maya is the ideal location for your honeymoon stretching from Playa del Carmen to the breathtaking cliff-top ruins at Tulum. Riviera Maya is also home to some of Mexico’s best beaches and uber luxurious resorts. Our favourite is Paradisus Playa Del Carmen La Perla … enjoy a swim-up room and royal butler service throughout your stay.
A must-see during your stay in Mexico is the ancient Mayan ruins at Chichen Itza, where you will see the Calendar Temple and the ancient courts the Mayans played Pok Pok. Also, the Riveira Maya is home to the marvellous Xcaret archaeological park. Discover underground rivers, lagoons and pools, or venture to the other side of the park to meet the spider monkeys, turtles and swim with dolphins. In the evening more than 300 actors and performers take visitors on a musical journey of Mexico.
Located at the southernmost tip of the Baja Peninsular, Los Cabos is another great location in Mexico is Los Cabos where you’ll find a range of exclusive resorts and maybe even a famous face or two. The chic selection of resorts in this region are only topped by the wonderful surrounding with some of Central America’s finest beaches and some brilliant diving sites. The main town, Cabo San Lucas is a great place to take advantage of some of the many boutiques and the vibrant nightlife is a real highlight.
What is the currency for Mexico?
The currency in Mexico is the Peso, however US Dollars ($) are widely accepted.
How long does it take to fly to Mexico?
The flying time to Mexico is approximately 11 hours, guests can take direct flights from London Gatwick and Manchester (other regional airports are available in season).
What is the time difference in Mexico?
GMT -6 hours
How much should I tip in Mexico?
Your Mexico honeymoon will most probably be at an allclusive hotel where the tips are usually included as you rarely need to pay for things when you order them. If you venture outside of the hotel, 10% of the bill is usually the standard tip expected.
Do I need a visa for Mexico?
No, you do not need to apply for a visa for Mexico beforehand, as a British Passport holder you will be granted a temporary visa on arrival. For up-to-date information on travel requirements, please visit the FCO website here.
Visit the Mexico Tourist Board website for more information.
Important Information Regarding New Entry Requirements For Mexico
There has been a change to the entry requirements for all customers due to travel to Mexico. All customers are now required to complete a “Declaration of Goods” form online before travel. The new requirements affect all departures to Mexico – Cancun, Puerto Vallarta and Los Cabos.
A form be completed per passenger unless travelling as a family where all members share the same surname in which case one form will be accepted.
Once the customers application has been completed they will require to print their declaration and take it with them for presentation to the authorities on arrival in Mexico.
If the customer is travelling with 10,000USD or more (or equivalent in Mexican Pesos) they must also complete a “Declaration of Money” for both entry and exit out of Mexico, again this needs to be printed.
The declaration of Goods form can be accessed here:
https://siat.sat.gob.mx/PTSC/DPE/faces/resources/pages/declaracion/declaracion.jsf
The declaration of Money form can be accessed here:
https://portalsat.plataforma.sat.gob.mx/Sicaded.Internet/default.aspx
