Going on a beach vacation can be bad for your wallet, so while the ocean relieves your stress, you might just have it back in a couple of months when you see the bills for the money you spent. The good news is that you don’t have to spend that much money to have the vacation of a lifetime. Mexico gives you the opportunity to have some of the best moments at a fraction of what you would pay elsewhere in the Caribbean and in some cases for a tenth of what you would pay in Europe. So how can you save on a great vacation? Let’s look at some of the best options you have.
where to go
Most of the ads for Mexico beach vacations are for places like Cancun, and while you should see Cancun, you have cheaper options. If you want to stay in the Riviera Maya you can go to Playa del Carmen or Tulum. The beaches are very similar and in both places it is easier to relax. You can also head to Costa Esmeralda, which is located in the state of Veracruz on the Gulf of Mexico. The Pacific coast also has many great options at a fraction of the price, especially in the state of Oaxaca, which has a long coastline on the Pacific Ocean. Tabasco and Yucatan are great options for beach lovers who want to stay on the Gulf Coast.
accommodation
No matter which of those places you choose to visit, you can usually find great lodging options for less than $30 a night. The reason these prices are possible is that the exchange rate is very favorable to you at the moment. You shouldn’t expect to get a room at a big resort, but clean, comfortable rooms with internet access are definitely possible if you look around once you arrive. The trick to getting such great prices is to check when you get there instead of making reservations online and never travel during Easter and the December holiday season. If you don’t mind camping on the beach, you can get a camping spot for $5 a night.
food
Food is one of the things you can save a lot of money on when you travel to Mexico. Many people will tell you not to eat at cheap places, but all those people may think that Taco Bell is real Mexican food. You have to be careful where you eat, but the trick is to go to the place that has the most people. The locals know where to go, so follow them and you’ll enjoy great food for less than you ever thought possible. The corrida costs on average between 3 and 4 dollars and includes soup, rice, a main course and a drink. Some street foods like gorditas can cost less than a dollar and leave you feeling full. So head to the many Mexico Beach destinations and pamper yourself for a fraction of the price.