Mexico
Luxury Holidays

When it comes to Mexico luxury holidays, the iconic Yucatán Peninsula is the star of the show. Nestled between the serene Gulf of Mexico and the sublime Caribbean Sea, this treasured slice of Mexico is home to the sparkling oceanside city of Cancun, the fashionable bohemian town of Tulum and the serene car-free island of Holbox, not to mention countless Pueblos Mágicos – alluring towns deemed magical by the Mexican Tourism Department for having a certain je ne sais quoi, be it mouth-watering gastronomy, mesmerising colonial architecture or mystical local traditions. It goes without saying that this sliver of heaven offers no shortage of exclusive activities; you can enjoy a private sunrise tour of the otherworldly pre-Columbian site of Chichen Itza and a refreshing dip in the dreamlike turquoise cenote of Zaci, or you may prefer to simply kick back and relax with a classic margarita cocktail on one of the Mayan Riviera’s distinctive palm tree-lined beaches.

Yet while the illustrious Yucatán Peninsula boasts a certain age-old know-how when it comes to satiating the desires of those with only the highest of holiday standards, the grandiose nation of Mexico offers an array of alternative coastal destinations. For sun-drenched white-sand beaches and glamorous boutique accommodation, look no further than the elusive Baja California peninsula, which is home to the renowned celebrity-favourite spot of Cabo San Lucas. Further down Mexico’s wild Pacific coastline lie the atmospheric beaches of Oaxaca, where you can stay in the utmost luxury on a pristine private beach near the postcard-worthy beach of Puerto Escondido. The take-home message: the infinite beaches of Mexico vary in both atmosphere and appearance, yet the one thing that these oceanside destinations have in common is a commitment to relaxation, indulgence and, above all, luxury.

Mexico luxury holidays are nevertheless not intrinsically linked to the nation’s stretches of beloved coastline; there are several cities, both large and small, that offer the glitz and glamour of their timeless European counterparts. Take Mexico City, for example: a sweeping metropolis teeming with high-end neighbourhoods, internationally distinguished art galleries and an endless variety of renowned restaurants. The more intimate cities of Oaxaca City, Puebla, and La Paz are no less enchanting – picture breath-taking colonial architecture, charmingly traditional cantinas, and exceptional proximity to diverse landscapes. All in all, a luxury trip to Mexico can mean more than simply lazing on a paradisical beach, it can combine history, tradition, nature, architecture and gastronomy, leaving not just the mind, but the soul, fully indulged.