Maui vs Mexico?

Question

Just wondering what would be the better place to go for a week? And when I say Mexico, I mean the usual touristy spots...Cancun, Puerto Vallarta, etc..

Budget/price isn't really of a concern, I am just wondering of the two about the overall weather, friendly-factor, food, and atmosphere. Not looking to do any hard partying or anything, just would like to enjoy the sun, beach, and scenery :)

Thanks

Answer 1

Puerto Vallarta is my favorite...just got back Monday...been there 8 times now...going back for a month next Feb...love it.

Answer 2

maui, in a heart beat. been to puerto vallarta, manzanillo, mazatlan, cabo and ixtapa in mexico. very beautiful, but if you want to truly relax, maui is the place. its amazing. take a drive to the natural pools, its awesome. you have to eat at mamas fish house, go in the evening its so nice. the ocean is just the best so clear. my favorite beach was wailea and mckenna. to hang out and walk around take a drive to lahaina. i can go on and on. breathtaking. my eleven year old was almost in tears when our week was up, he asked if we could live there.

Answer 3

If you go to Maui, you will only see the beach and there's nothing exotic about whereas in Mexico you can have the same quality of hotels, restaurants, beaches etc > But it gives the possibility to visit other small towns with a different culture, scenery and food, just mention a few.

Mexico is best, in my opinion. Been there done that....

Answer 4

If money is really no object then Maui. Otherwise Mexico.

rachel t - Mexico isn't dangerous dispite what you hear.

By the way when can we expect the U.S. Department of State to issue a travel advisory for Baltimore, Detroit, St. Louis, etc. for narcotics-related violence? Amy's aunt Linda gives you an "Oh, Brother." and a "Ghaa."

Answer 5

Even the 'touristy' parts of Mexico have become dangerous.

You should google to find out more.  I have friends who just came back from Maui and said they LOVED it.  They have 2 children (4 yr. old & 6 yr. old) . They're already planning another Maui vacation for next year.