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3 Upscale Summer Experiences in Mexico

by Mary Melnick

Jun 10, 2024

© Banyan Tree Mayakoba

Destinations / North America

Instead of a European summer, make this season the summer of Mexico. Take advantage of short flights, incredible deals and beautiful weather, and live the life of luxury at these upscale Mexican properties.

 

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© Banyan Tree Mayakoba

Banyan Tree Mayakoba

Enjoy the Caribbean breeze at Banyan Tree Mayakoba, an Asian-inspired retreat in the heart of Riviera Maya. With a blend of Mexican hospitality and Asian culture, Banyan Tree Mayakoba offers a sanctuary for the senses and a unique getaway for the summer. The 162-villa resort has a lot of fun things in store for summer travelers. Relax at the new, adults-only beach club SUR; celebrate National Tequila Day on July 24 with new specialty cocktails, Eden’s Spicy Margarita and Margarita Picante del Edén at La Copa; treat yourself to a spa treatment; and enjoy curated programming for all ages during Reef Week, July 15–21.

 

Waldorf

© Waldorf Astoria Los Cabos Pedregal

Waldorf Astoria Los Cabos Pedregal

Waldorf Astoria Los Cabos Pedregal offers an exclusive escape only accessible by Mexico’s only privately owned Don Mares tunnel. Guests at the resort can build their own perfect summer itinerary including first-class dining options, spa experiences, private plunge pools and more activities throughout the property. Foodies will appreciate the Festival of Flavors weekends over the summer, which welcome amazing chefs with curated menus specifically made for the resort. Fully experience all the resort has to offer by booking the Paradise Found package, which includes round-trip airport transfers, resort credits, daily breakfast, personalized butler service and more.

 

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© Marquis Los Cabos Resort & Spa

Marquis Los Cabos Resort & Spa

Where desert mountains meet the Sea of Cortez sits beachfront Marquis Los Cabos. This adults-only, all-inclusive resort offers luxury experiences, two infinity-edge pools, views of the ocean and mountains, cooking classes, salsa dancing, tennis lessons, target shooting, beach soccer, archery, tequila tastings, and mixology classes.

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