For many Minnesotans, Mexico is an easy destination and the perfect way to escape the cold winter. Renata Faeth from AAA Minneapolis shares the differences between western and eastern Mexico, along with recommendations for where you could stay.

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Western Mexico

Best for: whale watching, deep sea diving, surfing and sailing

Options for where to stay:

1. Secrets Huatulco Resort and Spa
Huatulco, Mexico
Example for cost:
February 10-17, 2018
$3,691 — includes roundtrip airfare, transfers, food and beverages

2. Paradise Village
Nuevo Vallarta, Mexico
Example for cost:
February 10-17, 2018
$5,199 — includes roundtrip airfare, transfers, food and beverages

Eastern Mexico

Best for: Snorkeling and diving, Eco-Adventures, history

Options for where to stay:

1. Secrets Capri
Playa del Carmen, Mexico
Example for cost:
February 7-14, 2018
$4,500 — includes roundtrip airfare, transfers, food and beverages

2. Dreams Puerto Aventuras
Puerto Aventuras, Mexico (south of Playa del Carmen)
Example for cost:
February 7-14, 2018
$4,993 — includes roundtrip airfare, transfers, food and beverages