Mexico's Popularity with Travelers on the Rise

The sun may have set on the Mayan calendar but Mexico's popularity is on the rise. According to 2012 third-quarter results, travel to Mexico on Expedia group sites worldwide grew more than 20% compared to 2011, with Cancun being the country's top destination.

Popular with both Expedia and Hotels.com consumers, the majority of international visitors come from the United States, Canada and Brazil.

While travellers are initially lured by the area's pristine beaches and water activities, the Cancun Convention and Visitors Bureau says more are exploring the region's culture and gastronomy, and venturing to nearby islands -- Holbox, Isla Mujeres, Contoy, Cozumel.

The CVB says other factors such as easy access -- more than 500 flights per day arrive at Cancun International Airport -- and new all-inclusive hotels such as the adults only Secrets The Vine and Hard Rock Cancun also boosted interest in 2012.

Source: www.canoe.ca