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Mexico Travel Safety Tips for Families (What You Really Need to Know)
If you’ve ever planned a trip to Mexico with kids, you’ve probably asked the same question most parents do:“Is Mexico safe for families?” The short answer? Yes—with the right preparation. Mexico is one of the most popular family vacation destinations in the world, with places like Puerto Vallarta, Cancún, and Cabo San Lucas welcoming millions of families every year. And while headlines can sometimes sound alarming, most tourist areas are well-developed, well-patrolled, and designed with visitors in mind. We’ve been to all of these Mexico vacation cities, with and without kids, and we’ve been lucky not to have any issues. We had a trip to Puerto Vallarta planned for early…
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Dreams Vallarta Bay Resort & Spa Review: Is It Worth It for Families?
If you’re considering staying at Dreams Vallarta Bay Resort & Spa, you’re probably wondering if it’s actually worth it—especially for a family trip. We recently spent a long weekend here, and I’m sharing exactly what we loved, what surprised us, and what you should know before booking. What made our visit unexpectedly even more enjoyable was the timing. Because of the events that took place in February in Puerto Vallarta, tourism was still a bit quieter than usual when we arrived. The resort was operating at about 50% capacity, which meant plenty of open lounge chairs at the pool and very short wait times at restaurants. So even though there…
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The Best Mexico Vacation Cities for Your Next Getaway
Living in Southern California has lots of perks. And one of them is how easily accessible Mexico is to me. I can find cheap fares from the Tijuana airport and take direct flights to many of the best Mexico vacation cities that the country offers. Sunshine, culture, incredible food, and some of the friendliest people you’ll ever meet are just some of the best parts of a Mexico getaway. Oh, and margaritas! This is a country where you can lounge on turquoise beaches one day, wander ancient ruins the next, and finish your night with street tacos that will ruin you (in the best way) for tacos back home. The…
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Family Friendly Resorts Puerto Vallarta
If you’re planning a trip to Puerto Vallarta in 2026, you probably have some concerns. More than ever you not only want to know the best family friendly resorts in Puerto Vallarta, but also the question everyone keeps asking–is it safe? I have you covered for both of those. We went to Puerto Vallarta with the whole family over spring break a few years ago and had the best time. Since then, we’ve returned each year. It’s such an easy flight from San Diego, and who doesn’t need a few days of sunshine, tacos and margaritas? We always stay in one of the top all-inclusive resorts in Puerto Vallarta, but…
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Hotel Villa del Palmar: A Puerto Vallarta Family Resort
When people think of spring break in Mexico, a family vacation might not be the first thing that comes to mind. That’s why I spent a lot of time looking at various Puerto Vallarta family resorts that would provide fun for the whole family. I was specifically looking at all-inclusive resorts, but with a family of five, that severely limited us. I was stoked when I came across the Hotel Villa del Palmar Puerto Vallarta. Because we live in San Diego, we decided to fly out of Tijuana for the first time. We took the CBX across the border, and it was so easy. From TJ, we flew direct to…
