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1. Overview of Mexico’s Hidden Beaches With over 5,700 miles of coastline, Mexico boasts beautiful beaches beyond the popular tourist spots. 2. Isla Holbox, Yucatan 3. Rincon de Guayabitos, Riviera Nayarit 4. Mulegé, Baja California Sur 5. Xcalak, Costa Maya 6. San Agustinillo, Oaxaca Mexico has over 5700 miles (9330 km) of coastline, and of…
Summary Top Things to Do in Cancun What to Do in Cancun When It Rains Isla Holbox: Everything You Need to Know Isla Mujeres Travel Guide Ideas for Day Trips from Cancun Things to Do in Cancun Top Things to Do in Cancun Cancun is a vibrant destination known for its stunning beaches, rich culture,…
Summary What to Expect Swimming With the Sharks Getting There How to Swim With Whale Sharks Swimming With Whale Sharks in Isla Holbox, Mexico Each May through November, a remarkable event occurs in the waters north of Cancun. Whale sharks arrive at their summer breeding grounds in the warm, plankton-rich waters off Isla Holbox. If…
With no cars on Isla Holbox, transportation options are part of the fun © shalamov / Getty Images On Mexico’s tiny island of Holbox—where spotty wi-fi and sporadic siestas are part of the charm—unplugging is as easy as arriving. Living up to its name, meaning ‘black hole’ in Mayan, Holbox (pronounced ole-bosh) feels like a…
Swim with Whale Sharks: Top Destinations Around the World Swimming alongside the largest fish in the sea is one of the ultimate bucket-list experiences. Fortunately, there are several destinations where in-season sightings of whale sharks are almost guaranteed, from Mexico to Mozambique. Seeing these gentle giants in the wild is an unforgettable experience, but it…
Your Perfect Weekend in Isla Holbox with iBestTravel iBestTravel’s travel expert recently returned from a weekend in Isla Holbox, Mexico. Here she shares trip highlights and what to prepare for before you step foot on the island. Why Choose Isla Holbox for Your Getaway? What screams “30” better than a girls’ trip? When my sister…
Travel Experiences from iBestTravel Team One of the best things about working at iBestTravel is that discussing travel plans is considered work. And we have much to discuss. It seems that nearly every week, one or more of my colleagues explores an incredible destination and returns with inspiring stories and travel tips. Mostly, these trips…