Six Senses Xala to Offer a Restorative Coastal Haven along Mexico’s Pacific Coast

Los Cabos’ proximity to the United States and accessibility for Australian travellers passing through the West Coast is viewed by tourism officials as an opportunity to drive visitor numbers from this region as an add-on to a US holiday.The Mexican holiday hub on the tip of Baja California is a thriving tourism destination, and Australian travellers seeking ultra luxury holidays are heading there in droves.

Mexico’s resort destination on the southern tip of Baha California, Los Cabos, is on the cusp of achieving record-breaking visitor numbers as more luxury hoteliers open and average room rates surge nearly 60% compared to two years ago.

Belmond has struck a management deal with Cora Pacific Development to operate a third branded property in Mexico. Anticipated to open in 2025, Milaroca, A Belmond Hotel, Riviera Nayarit will be set on a 105-acre lush estate with a protected, two-kilometre pristine beach in Riviera Nayarit, a 40-minute drive from Puerto Vallarta International Airport. The project will also feature 27 private villas.

White Desert has unveiled a new iconic guest experience – a momentous 21-day itinerary to all seven continents called White Desert World.

Kempinski Hotels officially opened Kempinski Hotel Cancún on 9 December 2022, beginning the start of a new chapter in one of the world’s most beautiful destinations.

Auberge Resorts Collection has expanded its presence in Mexico with the opening this month of Susurros del Corazón, a private beachfront retreat nestled between the jungled cliffs of Punta de Mita.

Reservations have opened for the all-new Four Seasons Resort Tamarindo, México ahead of its early November 2022 debut.

Nobu Hospitality, in partnership with RCD Hotels, has unveiled plans to introduce Nobu Hotel, Restaurant, and Residences in the chic beach destination of Tulum, Mexico.

Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts has unveiled plans for a new luxury tented resort within the existing Four Seasons Resort Punta Mita in Mexico. Flagged to debut in late 2022, Naviva, A Four Seasons Resort, Punta Mita will comprise 15 luxury tents set within the lush forests of the Riviera Nayarit. The butterfly-inspired guest tents will be perched on hillsides, each with private pools and expansive decks, and many with outdoor gardens.

Grupo Vidanta has unveiled the preview itinerary of Vidanta Cruises, Mexico’s first-ever luxury cruise line. Revealed three years ago, Vidanta Cruises will launch on 14 April 2022 with its first ship, Vidanta Elegant.

Banyan Tree Group is adding a fourth property to its Mexican portfolio – Banyan Tree Valle de Guadalupe Resort, Spa and Winery, set to open on the hills of Mexico’s emerging food and wine region in Baja California during the 2023 harvest season.