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My Journey Begins Travel co-owner Melissa Beers talks about travel to Mexico in “Addressing Misconceptions About Travel to Mexico” in a recent issue of Travel Age West (published August 19, 2026):
Melissa Beers, co-owner of My Journey Begins Travel Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, tries to get a handle on each traveler’s mindset.
“While it is important to understand what Mexico has to offer when discussing this diverse destination with clients, it is equally important to understand what the client’s desire and risk tolerance is,” she explained.
A less experienced traveler who’s comfortable at a Riviera Maya resort, for example, may not be prepared for a more independent trip, according to Beers.
“When people inquire about travel to Mexico City or travel to smaller places such as Loreto or La Paz, we need to take a much deeper dive in terms of whether the client knows what they’re getting themselves into,” she said.
Contact My Journey Begins Travel for assistance in planning and booking the various elements of a trip to Mexico.
About the writer, Mark Chesnut:
The winner of the 2019 NLGJA Excellence in Travel Writing Award, Mark Chesnut is a New York City-based freelance travel writer and editor with more than 20 years of experience covering travel and tourism. His memoir, “Prepare for Departure,” was published in 2022 by Vine Leaves Press.
Mexico Travel Guide
Mexico is steeped in tradition, culture, and heritage. So whether you want to tour ancient ruins or sip a cocktail on the beach, Mexico has everything. And let’s not forget the unique culinary tourism, which extends beyond tacos and tequila.
But before you pack your bags, let’s look at some of the most important things to know when planning a trip to Mexico.
We highly recommend using Mexico’s buses when traveling to this country. There are hundreds of bus companies and various options. You can choose between the executive buses, or first and second class buses.
Executive and first-class buses mostly serve the busier intercity routes and sizable towns.
Second-class buses serve smaller towns and villages and provide cheaper travel, although they can be dangerous. We recommend opting for executive or first-class buses.
To reach areas where buses don’t go, you can use taxis. Simply stand on a corner and wave, and a taxi will meet you where you are and charge you at the end of the trip. The fare is only slightly more than buses.