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Beach resorts, local culture, surf, nightlife, golf, and breathtaking whale and dolphin encounters make this part of Mexico an irresistible destination.

In this famous Acapulco performance, watch divers soar with breathtaking precision from towering cliffs into the Pacific Ocean below. 

Walk under the frame of the famous El Arco along the sandy shore of this secluded beach.

Framed by a golden arch, the tumultuous water and pointed rocks of this sandy bay provide a turbulent alternative to neighboring Lover’s Beach.

Framed by a golden arch, the tumultuous water and pointed rocks of this sandy bay provide a turbulent alternative to neighboring Lover’s Beach.

Walk under the frame of the famous El Arco along the sandy shore of this secluded beach.

Look on as surfers and boogie boarders ride the waves, or take to the water yourself, and enjoy picturesque sunsets from waterfront bars at this centrally located beach.

Off the main tourist paths, this Mexican town has a charming peaceful environment on the shores of the Pacific Ocean.

Beach resorts, local culture, surf, nightlife, golf, and breathtaking whale and dolphin encounters make this part of Mexico an irresistible destination.

This magnificent natural rock formation at the southern tip of Mexico’s Baja California peninsula marks the start of Land’s End, where the Sea of Cortez meets the Pacific Ocean.

Walk under the frame of the famous El Arco along the sandy shore of this secluded beach.

Sitting in the shadow of a volcano, this lakeside community charms with its beautiful setting. Inside the town, find indigenous culture and exceptional places to relax.

With a personality of its own, this beach adds a little extra. Watch fishermen use the beach as their port. You can even fish with them. 

Puerto Escondido’s liveliest beach offers attractions year-round with its big waves, international surf competitions, folk festivals and pulsating nightlife.

Go beach hopping, try adventure sports, play 18 holes at luxury golf clubs and stay overnight at celebrity hangouts.  

Puerto Escondido’s liveliest beach offers attractions year-round with its big waves, international surf competitions, folk festivals and pulsating nightlife.

Explore ancient Mayan pyramids, the world\'s second-longest coral reef, endless beaches and even longer nights in this party-friendly city on the Yucatan peninsula.

Framed by a golden arch, the tumultuous water and pointed rocks of this sandy bay provide a turbulent alternative to neighboring Lover’s Beach.

Puerto Escondido’s liveliest beach offers attractions year-round with its big waves, international surf competitions, folk festivals and pulsating nightlife.

Explore ancient Mayan pyramids, the world\'s second-longest coral reef, endless beaches and even longer nights in this party-friendly city on the Yucatan peninsula.

Spot wildlife and marvel at striking geological formations while riding along a stretch of pristine golden sand on an all-terrain bike. 

Choose from a variety of water sports, watch dramatic sunsets and, in the right season, spot nesting sea turtles and migrating whales at this beach on Banderas Bay.

Explore ancient Mayan pyramids, the world\'s second-longest coral reef, endless beaches and even longer nights in this party-friendly city on the Yucatan peninsula.

Stunning beaches, rolling waves, water sports, jungle treks and superb restaurants await visitors at this stylish getaway on the Pacific coast.