Hosted by Scott Sheehan Directed & Produced by Michael Corbiere All right! Theres nothing like the warm tropical off shore breeze blowing over your pasty-white body. Theres a reason we Canadians flock to Mexico around this time of year: Winter in our country is a season of unrelenting, soul-crushing, wintry brutality. And lets face it, an icy cold Mexican lager or six doesnt hurt. And the relationship between Canadians and their favourite vacation destination has always been a positive one. Weve come down to here to unburden ourselves of our work-a-day worries and woes, and the big-hearted Mexicans have soothed our frazzled minds and bodies with a walloping dose of relaxation, warm hospitality, and fun in the sun. But this year, things have seemingly soured somewhat. Trips by Canadians to Mexico have dropped by as much as 50%! Sure, weve all seen the media reports about the danger thats present in Mexico; the travel advisories, the well-intentioned warnings, the concerned looks from friends and family. But whats the real story? Whats really going on in Mexico? We thought wed come down here and find out for ourselves. Our first day in the sunny south finds us in Cancun, one of the worlds premier resort destinations. Should we have packed bulletproof vests, or would sunscreen and an emergency stash of Imodium be enough? The Dreams Cancun Resort and Spa were kind enough to welcome us into their lovely hotel for a couple of days. What a sweet hotel! We woke up early, had an …
Welcome to the Oasis! Between old world and new world Mexico, where sun and sand meet the warm waters of the Pacific, awaits the haven of Oasis Pacifico. Luxurious beachfront homes overlook the ocean while palm trees sway overhead. Oasis Pacifico is the perfectly situated confluence of any manner of outdoor activity; the gentle bustle of village restaurants, cafes and shops; and the quiet charms of authentic Mexico. Part of the eco-friendly, government-sponsored, responsible expansion of Mexico’s hidden jewel, the Huatulco area, Oasis Pacifico provides a piece of heaven with peace of mind. The time has never been better to look south for expanded investment horizons. Look no further than Oasis Pacifico. www.ownmexico.ca Drive ten minutes east from Oasis Pacifico and you’ll reach Huatulco, a region of nine bays and 36 beaches that stretches across 20 miles of glorious Pacific coastline in the state of Oaxaca. The area was singled out by the Mexican government’s Tourism Development arm, FONATUR, for its uncommon beauty and developed into an eco-friendly resort area. No, this isn’t Cancun. Instead, Huatulco offers visitors all the benefits of a first-class vacation destination while preserving the local ecology and culture. The principal bays at Huatulco, Bahia de Santa Cruz, Bahia Chahue, and Bahia Tangolunda, offer an amazing tropical beach vacation experience — splendid golf courses, horse stables, tennis courts, marinas, and more. In addition to the beaches, one can …
Hosted by Scott Sheehan Directed & Produced by Michael Corbiere All right! Theres nothing like the warm tropical off shore breeze blowing over your pasty-white body. Theres a reason we Canadians flock to Mexico around this time of year: Winter in our country is a season of unrelenting, soul-crushing, wintry brutality. And lets face it, an icy cold Mexican lager or six doesnt hurt. And the relationship between Canadians and their favourite vacation destination has always been a positive one. Weve come down to here to unburden ourselves of our work-a-day worries and woes, and the big-hearted Mexicans have soothed our frazzled minds and bodies with a walloping dose of relaxation, warm hospitality, and fun in the sun. But this year, things have seemingly soured somewhat. Trips by Canadians to Mexico have dropped by as much as 50%! Sure, weve all seen the media reports about the danger thats present in Mexico; the travel advisories, the well-intentioned warnings, the concerned looks from friends and family. But whats the real story? Whats really going on in Mexico? We thought wed come down here and find out for ourselves. Our first day in the sunny south finds us in Cancun, one of the worlds premier resort destinations. Should we have packed bulletproof vests, or would sunscreen and an emergency stash of Imodium be enough? The Dreams Cancun Resort and Spa were kind enough to welcome us into their lovely hotel for a couple of days. What a sweet hotel! We woke up early, had an …
Since Cancun came on the scene attracting vacationers with its glitz and high octane energy, many traditional and established holiday destinations in Mexico have suffered. Even I was seduced by Cancun and the Riviera Maya, and dont take this as a negative comment, the Caribbean side of Mexico along the Yucatan Peninsula is a favorite destination with a lot to offer. Still from just a first time visit to Puerto Vallarta region I have to say that in many ways I prefer this side of Mexico vs the Yucatan. There is character and history, spectacular scenery at Banderas Bay surrounded by the Sierra Madre Mountains, activities galore and it has a more laid back slower pace that is welcome in the hectic world we live in. We look forward to exploring more of the old favorite vacation destination on the west (Pacific) coast like Acapulco, Mazatlan and others. Mexico is a beautiful country with great people and great vacation choices at very affordable prices.
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