San Francisco to Cancun $238 RT "all in"

Fares have steadily dropped the past few weeks on the SFO-CUN route - now down to $238 RT, taxes included. Fare is currently offered by Mexicana Airlines, and is valid through end of schedule (EOS) next year, including peak travel days. To book, visit www.mexicana.com. Watch the layovers - some are short, others are quite extensive - and Mexico City airport is not the most exciting place to lounge between flights.

Travel Alert Issued for Mexico-Bound Travelers

Due to health risks related to Swine Flu, the State Department issued a travel alert for U.S. residents planning travel into Mexico. In a statement issued April 27th, the notice recommends citizens avoid all nonessential travel to Mexico at this time. For those who must travel to Mexico, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has recommended several measures one can take to reduce their risk of infection while in Mexico. 

Read more: Understanding Swine Flu Spread: Questions and Answers (Bloomberg.com)

State Department Issues Travel Alert for Mexico

Due to recent violence, the U.S. State Department has issued a travel alert for American citizens heading to Mexico. Over the past couple months, violent attacks have occurred, particularly around U.S/Mexico border towns such as Tijuana, Chihuahua and Ciudad Juarez.

The report states Mexican drug cartels have engaged in increasing violent conflict throughout Northern Mexico, which have included shootouts during daylight hours in shopping centers and other public places. Although tourists are not the intended target for much of the violence, the State Department reports U.S. Citizens traveling in and around border towns have been harassed and the uncertain security situation poses serious risks for U.S. Citizens as well.

Full report

San Francisco to Puerto Vallarta $228 "All In"

HOT FARE! (as of 8pm Wednesday)
U.S Airways has flights between San Francisco and Puerto Vallarta for $124 roundtrip + fees, for a total cost of $228. The fare is valid now (no advance ticketing required) through February 26, 2009. Fare basis is RX0XF. Some flights are operated by United.

Plenty of availability. For example, January 9-14 is available at this price, with a connection in Phoenix.

Be sure to click on "flexible dates" option when searching for flight availability.

Mexico Sale!
Take a break from Winter in Mexico
& Save up to 40%!
Book by December 8th for travel from November 3rd to December 8th.

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Ixtapa Hotels! (Save up to 30%)
Los Cabos Hotels! (Save up to 35%)
Mazatlan Hotels! (Save up to 40%)
Mexico City Hotels! (Save up to 35%)

Mexicana Adds San Francisco to Puerto Vallarta Route

Beginning December 3, 2008, Mexicana Airlines will begin flights between San Francisco and the beautiful coastal city of Puerto Vallarta. The airline will operate flights 4 times a week on an Airbus-320 aircraft. Introductory fares are available from $315 round-trip, including taxes and fees at www.mexicana.com.

In addition to Mexicana, both Alaska and United (Ted) currently serve this route.

San Francisco - Mexico for $299 round-trip w/tax

Choose from Puerto Vallarta, Cancun, Mazatlan, Ixtapa or Cabo.
Fare available for most of 2008 on US Airways & Mexicana Airlines. Visit www.farecompare.com to see availability