There's a lot more to Mexico than beach resorts. The county's capital, Mexico City, has been named the world design capital for 2018, meaning that the city will host plenty of exhibitions and events, as well as designers and architects from across the globe.
Mexico City's history, which spans multiple civilizations, is another big draw, Waliszewski says. He says Americans will be hard pressed to find another destination with so much culture that is just a quick direct flight away from the US.
Ellen Carpenter, editor in chief of Ink's publications for United Airlines, Hemispheres and Rhapsody, says that the city also boasts an "amazing high-low mix of food — insanely delicious and cheap al pastor tacos on every block as well as two World's 50 Best restaurants, Pujol and Quintonil."