Donald Trump may (or may not) want to build a wall to keep Mexicans out of the United States, but his fellow citizens holiday over the border in their droves. And for good reason. For Mexico does not lack variety. Beyond the beach and golf, it has culture, wildlife and adventure. You can zip on a wire across the jungle, swim with dolphins, learn about ancient civilisations, go to a show (Cirque du Soleil is a big hit) or drive for miles down its long, beautiful coastline. The Yucatan Peninsula juts into the turquoise waters of the Caribbean and most of its hotels open on to beautiful white sandy beaches. I chose two in Playa del Carmen — one an all-inclusive resort, the other a boutique hotel....read
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The mother of all Caribbean holidays: Marina Fogle leaves the family at home for a week on the sands of St Lucia with her mum
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Splashing out in Dubai: Olympic star Rebecca Adlington finds the perfect sunny resort - as she prepares for motherhood
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Lisa Snowdon keeps it pure and simple on a detox break in Koh Samui (but also finds time for pizza and cocktails with the girls)
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