Mexico - Caribbean Coast Travel Advice

Best time to go to Mexico - Caribbean Coast

In true Caribbean fashion, this part of Mexico enjoys tropical temperatures all year long – expect highs of up to 35°C in summer and the months around it. Even in the winter, it’s rare for the mercury to dip below 20°C here.

Just so you know, the beaches on this stretch of coastline sometimes experience increased levels of seaweed – called sargassum. It’s influenced by the weather and ocean currents. If your hotel’s affected, the staff will do everything they can to clear it.

Passports & Visas

British citizens don’t need a visa to enter Mexico, but must have a valid passport. For the most up-to-date passport and visa info, visit the FCDO website. Visitors will also need to submit the required customs form online before traveling.

Don't forget to arrange your travel money and insurance before you go.

When travelling to Mexico, visitors are required to pay three different taxes. Departure tax is the largest and this has already been included in the cost of your holiday. The Environmental Tax and Tourist Tax must be paid locally before you travel home. If you are travelling to Puerto Vallarta you will not be required to pay these additional two taxes. Environmental Tax should be paid at the hotel when checking in or checking out and costs between 30-140 MXN per room, per night. You should pay the Tourist Tax through the official website and currently this costs 283 MXN per person, including all children and infants. Please only use this website as it has been reported that fraudulent sites are active. Proof of payment must be given at the airport, so once you've paid the tax please download and take a screenshot of the QR confirmation to minimise delays when travelling home.

Health & Safety

You should take out comprehensive travel and medical insurance to cover you while you’re away. For the latest health and safety information, visit the FCDO website.

Compensation Policies

We have agreed specific compensation policies with the Mexican Federal Consumer Protection Agency (PROFECO) that apply to passengers on flights operated by TUI Airways Limited originating in Mexico. Please see the compensation policies provided in Spanish and in English.