MEXICO

Direct flights between numerous US cities and Mexico City make this a great option for access to the area. Or if you are focusing on Yucatán and the south, there are direct options to Cancún. Alternatively there are plenty of flights to Belize City and Guatemala City via the US. Once in the area, hop-on-hop-off passes are a great choice, as well as the numerous adventure tours available here.

From one of the biggest capitals on earth, Mexico City, and the fun loving holiday hotspot of Cancún, to the colonial gems of Oaxaca and Puebla, and Yucatán's incredible Mayan ruins - Mexico truly caters to all tastes. Try the country's world famous cuisine at its finest, uncover the mysteries of Mexico's fascinating past, swim in fluorescent blue waters, and so much more!

Famous for its sensational diving and perfect beaches, Belize is a place to unwind and forget your troubles amidst friendly Caribbean vibes. Popular Placencia is a fun traveler hangout, with plenty of outdoor activities to try, and Caye Caulker Island is idyllically laid back with a cool Creole influence. Not forgetting the jungle interior, Belize is a place to see exotic nature at its best.

Soaked in Mayan culture and history, Guatemala retains an old world feel and ancient local customs. From the colonial beauty of the old capital, Antigua, to the intoxicatingly vibrant markets of Chichicastenango, the country is dripping in color. It has some pretty epic landscapes too, Lake Atitlán and Acatenango volcano to name but two. And let's not forget the impressive jungle ruins of Tikal.