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FOUR SEASONS HOTEL MEXICO CITY Ave. Paseo de la Reforma 500 Colonia Juárez 06600 México D.F.

T: (+52) 55 5230 1818 F: (+52) 55 5230 1808 reservations.mex@fourseasons.com www.fourseasons.com/mexico Rooms: 240. Business & Conference Facilities: 1200 sq metres. Health & Leisure Facilities: Health club including two regular treatment rooms and a fitness area, whirlpool, locker room and sauna. Guest Services: Health club, outdoor pool and sundeck, spa treatments, business centre, multilingual concierge, twice-daily housekeeping, children's welcome programme, babysitting services. Wining & Dining: Reforma 500 restaurant ( contemporary Latin cuisine) and El Bar, overlooking the interior courtyard. SUITES OBELISK Calle Julio Verne 28 & 30 Colonia Polanco Chapultepec, Del. Miguel Hidalgo 11560 Mexico D.F.

T: (+52) 55 5279 6363 F: (+52) 55 5280 4804 res@suitesobelisk.com www.suitesobelisk.com Rooms: 65 suites of four different types: two-bedroom, fully furnished master suite apartment for families; one-bedroom fully furnished apartment for couples; junior rooms; and single rooms available for business travellers looking for a quick stop-over. Business & Conference Facilities: Fully operational business centre with capacity for 40 people. Health & Leisure Facilities: Fitness centre. Guest Services: Free Wi-Fi, room service, 24-hour front desk, 24-hour security, laundry and dry cleaning, business centre, continental breakfast and gardens. Wining & Dining: Room service available 24/7. GRAND POLANCO RESIDENCIAL Calle Newton 119 Colonia Polanco 1156 México D.F.

T: (+52) 55 5242 9500 reservaciones@grandpolanco.com www.grandpolanco.com Rooms: 34 fully furnished apartments ranging from about 50 to 100 sq metres. Business & Conference Facilities: Not available. Health & Leisure Facilities: Fully equipped gym. Guest Services: Housekeeping, continental breakfast, high-speed internet, laundry room with washers and dryers, lounge, patio, maintenance service, elevator, covered indoor parking and cable TV. Wining & Dining: Excellent access to bars, restaurants, nightclubs, entertainment, cultural, commercial and business areas. SUITES DEL ANGEL Calle Rio Lerma 162 Colonia Cuauhtémoc 6500 México D.F.

T: (+52) 55 5004 3434 F: (+52) 55 5004 3434 ext. 600 venta@suitesenmexico.com.mx www.hotelesdelangel.com.mx Rooms: 48 deluxe suites. Business & Conference Facilities: Fully equipped business centre with computer and internet access. Health & Leisure Facilities: Gym open 24/7. Guest Services: Air conditioning, free Wi-Fi, telephone, hair dryer, ironing kit, full bathroom with tub or jacuzzi, fully equipped kitchen, complimentary newspaper, laundry service and safe. Wining & Dining: Room service 24/7. CONDESA SUITES & FURNISHED APARTMENTS Calle Cuernavaca 140 Colonia La Condesa 06170 Mexico D.F.

T: (+52) 55 5211 4810 booking@condesasuites.com www.condesasuites.com Rooms: Six furnished apartments. Business & Conference Facilities: Not available. Health & Leisure Facilities: Roof-top garden suited for grilling, sunbathing, social gatherings and casual business meetings. Guest Services: Housekeeping, fresh towels and linens; complete kitchens equipped with cooking utensils, dishware and glassware; cable TV, Wi-Fi and wired internet access. Wining & Dining: A wide variety of restaurants and cafés at walking distance. PLAZA SUITES MEXICO CITY Avenida Paseo de la Reforma 77 Colonia Cuauhtémoc 06030 México D.F.

T: (+52) 55 5998 0101 info@plazasuites.com.mx www.plazasuites.com.mx Rooms: 29 spacious and modern suites with one, two or three bedrooms; equipped for short- or longterm stays; each suite has a living room, full kitchen and laundry room with washer and dryer. Business & Conference Facilities: Two business rooms for up to eight people and an audio-visual room for up to 19. Free Wi-Fi, fax and photocopy machines. Health & Leisure Facilities: Fitness centre, spa, massage, hot tub, indoor pool, game room, library, playground, billiard table and sauna. Guest Services: Free Wi-Fi, complimentary newspapers and magazines, 24-hour security, concierge service, private transport, airport-hotel transfers, free private parking and room service. Wining & Dining: Room service available 24/7. SUITES CONTEMPO Melchor Ocampo 455 Colonia Anzures-Polanco, Del. Miguel Hidalgo 11590 México D.F.

T: (+52) 55 5254 8090 fabiola.martinez@suitescontempo.com www.suitescontempo.com Rooms: 38 fully furnished suites. Business & Conference Facilities: Business centre with capacity for 40 people. Health & Leisure Facilities: Fitness centre. Guest Services: Free Wi-Fi, laundry room, 24-hour security, 24-hour help desk and transport service to and from the airport. Wining & Dining: Many good restaurants nearby. GRUPO KINGS SUITES Calle Bosque de Duraznos 72 Col. Bosque de las Lomas, Del. Miguel Hidalgo 11700 México D.F.

T: (+52) 55 5596 5784, (+52) 55 5596-5395 reservaciones@grupokings.net www.grupokings.net Rooms: 79 suites of different styles and designs. All one-, two-, and three-bedroom suites are equipped with king-sized beds, a social area with living room and a fully equipped kitchen. Guest services: Free Wi-Fi in all hotel areas, free laundry service, free parking, safety box, 24-hour security, concierge service, gym, car rental, babysitter and supermarket room service. LAS SUITES Calle Campos Elíseos 470 Colonia Polanco 1156 México D.F.

T: (+52) 55 4629 1160 res@lassuites.com www.lassuites.com Rooms: 91 suites with a modern atmosphere. Business & Conference Facilities: Two meeting rooms for up to 75 people, or five meeting rooms with a capacity of eight people each. Health & Leisure Facilities: Swimming pool and rooftop sundeck. Spa with steam bath, sauna, therapeutic massage, jacuzzi, locker rooms and showers. Fitness centre with modern cardiovascular equipment and a high-impact floor. Guest Services: Air conditioning and heating, microwave, refrigerator, kitchenette, flat-screen TV, high-speed wireless internet, voicemail, coffee maker, safe deposit box, hair dryer and iPod dock. Wining & Dining: Coffee Lounge (serves breakfast) THE ST. REGIS MEXICO CITY Paseo de la Reforma 439 Colonia Cuauhtémoc 06500 México D.F.

T: (+52) 55 5228 1818 reservas.mexicocity@stregis.com www.stregis.com Rooms: 189 rooms from 50 to 287 sq metres. Business & Conference Facilities: 14 function spaces with a maximum capacity of 600 people. Health & Leisure Facilities: 24-hour gym, yoga and pilates studio, indoor pool and whirlpools, kids club. Guest Services: 24-hour butler, 24-hour heli-pad, Wi-Fi in all areas, luxury transportation, gift shop. Wine & Dine: J&G Grill, Diana Restaurant, King Cole Bar, Decanter Room. HABITA Av. Presidente Masaryk Colonia Polanco 11560 Mexico D.F.

T: (+52) 55 5282 3100 F: (+52) 55 5282 3101 www.hotelhabita.com contact@hotelhabita.com Rooms: Four suites, four double double rooms, 24 double rooms with bath tub and private terrace, and four single rooms with queen-sized beds, minibar, air conditioning, safe deposit box, phone, flatscreen TV, DVD, music station, ironing board, hair dryer and Malin + Goetz amenities. Business & Conference Facilities: Business centre with full service meeting facilities. Health & Leisure Facilities: Aqua spa, sauna, massage cabin, solarium, gym, jacuzzi and pool deck. Guest Services: 24-hour room service, 24-hour security, courtesy car, free Wi-Fi, valet parking and message centre. Wining & Dining: Contemporary cuisine Lobby restaurant and terrace bar. HOTEL SAN XAVIER Calle Arteaga 21 Colonia Centro 76000 Querétaro T: (+52) 44 2224 0000 hotelsanxavier@hotmail.com www.hotelsanxavier.mx Rooms: 15 rooms with classic colonial decorations. Business & Conference Facilities: Not available. Health & Leisure Facilities: Heated swimming pool, sunbathing deck with jacuzzis. Fully equipped spa with massage, steam bath and sauna. Guest Services: Free broadband internet, breakfast à la carte, valet service and free parking. Wining & Dining: Central location means there are plenty of bars and restaurants nearby. BELMOND MAROMA RESORT & SPA Carretera Cancún-Tulum, Km 51 Riviera Maya 77710 Quintana Roo T: (+52) 99 8872 8200 Toll-free: 1 (843) 937 9066 www.maromahotel.com reservations.mar@belmond.com Rooms: 63 rooms with private terraces. Business & Conference Facilities: Violoncello meeting room with projection screen and private restrooms, plus numerous outdoor spaces. Health & Leisure Facilities: Fitness centre, temazcal (traditional sweat lodge), two tennis courts, yoga classes, 327 metres of beach, three outdoor swimming pools, water-sports marina, diving centre and off-property activities. Guest Services: In-room Wi-Fi, 24-hour room service and hospitality services, turn-down service, daily in-room coffee service, boutique, cultural palapa (thatched-roof dwelling), full-service Kinan Spa, med spa, laundry, playground, second-largest barrier reef in the world, close to archaeological sites. Wining & Dining: El Restaurante, El Sol Tapas & Restaurant, Freddy’s Tequila & Ceviche Bar, lobby bar, wine cellar, tequila tastings, wine tastings, cooking classes and gastronomic experiences. PAPAYA PLAYA PROJECT Carretera Tulum-Boca Paila Km 4.5 Tulum 77780 Quintana Roo T: (+52) 98 4182 7389 Toll-free: 1 (888) 2813 5557 info@papayaplayaproject.com www.papayaplayaproject.com Rooms: Eco-friendly cabanas and casitas decorated with local wooden furniture, with high ceilings and lots of natural light. Some have views of the sea or of the tropical gardens. Business & Conference Facilities: Gran Palapa for fullservice conferences and meetings. Health & Leisure Facilities: Spa specialising in therapies of Mayan shaman (temazcal, body and face treatments, massages), centre for snorkeling, diving, kite surfing and excursions. Guest Services: Multilingual reception desk, free WiFi in lounge and reception areas, restaurant and beach club, free outdoor parking, sunchairs and beach towels, 24-hour security, bell boy service, massage and spa, laundry service, car and bicycle rental, souvenir shops, ATM, and music and arts events. Wining & Dining: Beach club and restaurant serving fresh local Mexican and fusion food. SECRETS SILVERSANDS RIVIERA CANCÚN Bahia de Petempich SM 12 MZ 31 Lote 14-02 Puerto Morelos Benito Juarez 77580 Quintana Roo T: (+52) 99 8193 1800 info.sesrc@secretsresorts.com www.secretsresorts.com Rooms: 433 modern suites equipped with jacuzzi, fully equipped deck and 24 hour room service. Business & Conference Facilities: 500-sq-metre fully furnished business facility that can be divided into four individual spaces. Health & Leisure Facilities: Fully equipped fitness centre, spa centre with facials, massage therapy, beauty salon, treatment cabins and hydrotherapy circuit. Guest Services: Free Wi-Fi throughout the hotel, room service, nightly live entertainment, eight swimming pools, big-screen movies, daily activities, concierge services, theatre and game area, entertainment palapa and two outdoor jacuzzis. Wining & Dining: The World Cafe for international cuisine, El Patio for authentic Mexican food, Himitsu for pan-Asian delicacies, The Seaside Grill for fresh grilled seafood, Oceana for a seaside setting, Portofino for Italian cuisine, Bordeaux for French cuisine and the Barefoot Grill for poolside hamburgers and hot dogs. HOTEL CASA DEL RÍO Miguel Z. Cházaro No 39 Colonia Centro 95461 Tlacotalpan, Veracruz T: 01 (288) 884 2947 www.casadelrio.com.mx reservaciones@casadelrio.com.mx Rooms: Nine rooms with a view over the Papaloapan River. All rooms equipped with bath amenities, plasma-screen TV, air conditioning and Wi-Fi. Business & Conference Facilities: All essential services, and space for social and business gatherings. Health & Leisure Facilities: In-room spa service, kayaking and swimming facilities (coming soon). Guest Services: Free Wi-Fi, buffet breakfast, laundry service, bike rental and tours around the city, the river and bird-watching (on request). Wining & Dining: La Ceiba restaurant features a fusion of regional ingredients in a terrace by the river, specialising in fresh seafood. El Picho Mojado Bar offers a variety of wines and cocktails. LA PURIFICADORA Callejón de la 10 Norte 802 Paseo San Francisco, Barrio el Alto 72000 Puebla T: (+52) 22 2309 1920 F: (+52) 22 2309 1949 www.lapurificadora.com contact@lapurificadora.com Rooms: 26 San Francisco garden and patio view rooms with king- and queen-sized beds, mini-bar, safe deposit box, iHome, phone, flat-screen TV, air conditioning, iron and desk. Business & Conference Facilities: Three meeting rooms for up to 100 people with a full-service business centre and Chef’s Table private room. Health & Leisure Facilities: Spa, sauna, massage cabin, gym, jacuzzi and roof-top terrace swimming pool. Guest Services: 24-hour room service and security, house car, free Wi-Fi, valet parking, tourist guide, concierge, library and message centre. Wining & Dining: Contemporary Mexican cuisine Restaurant, Chef’s Table private room, roof-top terrace and lobby bar, and wine cellar. SAFI ROYAL LUXURY TOWERS HOTEL Pino Suárez No 444 Sur Colonia Centro 64000 Monterrey, Nueva León T: (+52) 81 8399 7000 Toll-free: 1 (800) 8399 7000 Rooms: 244 single rooms, double rooms and suites. Business & Conference Facilities: Fully equipped meeting rooms for up to 170 people suited to hosting weddings, graduations, farewells, conferences, etc. International cuisine, coffee breaks with homemade bread, high-speed wireless internet. Health & Leisure Facilities: Fitness centre, gym, swimming pool with waterslide surrounded by gardens, jacuzzi and 24-hour medical services. Guest Services: 244 spacious, comfortable and luxurious rooms, luxurious executive suites, jacuzzi suite, rooms surrounding beautiful gardens and swimming pool, international restaurant with 24- hour service, 24-hour room service, lobby bar, business centre, free wireless internet throughout hotel, dry cleaning services. Wining & Dining: Complete breakfast buffet with freshly-baked bread and pastries every morning, “The World in Seven Days” international lunch buffets, gourmet dinner menu. SAFI ROYAL LUXURY VALLE HOTEL Ave. Diego Rivera 555 Colonia Vlle Oriente 66260 Monterrey, Nueva León T: (+52) 81 8100 7000 Toll-free: 1 (800) 8399 7000 www.safihotel.com reservacionesvalle@safihotel.com Rooms: 228, including single rooms, double rooms, executive suites, penthouse suite and jacuzzi suite. Business & Conference Facilities: Meeting rooms for weddings, graduations, farewells, etc; fully equipped meeting rooms in Monterrey. Capacity of up to 500 people, international menu, coffee breaks with homemade bread, high-speed wireless internet. Health & Leisure Facilities: Fitness centre, children’s pool, 24-hour medical attention and swimming pool with waterslide and jacuzzi. Guest Services: International restaurant cuisine with 24-hour service, 24-hour room service, lobby bar, business centre, wireless internet, dry-cleaning services. Wining & Dining: Complete breakfast buffet, with a variety of choices and freshly baked bread and pastries every morning. “The World in Seven Days” international lunch buffets. For stays of less than 180 days, no visa is required for the citizens of 65 countries, including the US, the UK, all Schengen-area countries of the EU and most of those in Latin America. Citizens of other nations may apply for a 180-day visa at any Mexican consulate. The peso, at 12.91 to the dollar as of mid-May 2014, comes in denominations of 20, 50, 100, 500 and 1000, and in coins from 50 cents up to 10 pesos. While most ATMs accept foreign bank cards, many shops and businesses do not, so it is wise to keep cash on hand. Local tap water, though potable, is not recommended for drinking as it contains microbes to which visitors must become accustomed over time. In the world’s largest consumer country of bottled water, those who do drink it risk contracting “Montezuma’s revenge”. The legal drinking age is 18, three years lower than that of the US. While the most popular alcoholic beverage in Mexico is beer, of which there is a wide variety, other local favourites are tequila and mezcal, a smoky-flavoured liquor distilled from the agave plant.