We at Ixtapan Spa are very conscious of how much sun Americans get on their skin. In order to re-moisten and smooth out sun bronzed faces, our packages include many organic facials. When we say organic, we really mean it: our facial masks have fresh fruits, honey, egg, vitamins and yogurt. Everyone looks so rested… Continue Reading
Here are a few tips: –Arrive on a Sunday for quicker transfers from Mexico City. –Move around either in our gardens or modern gym to uncurl your legs. Take it slowly at first and remember to drink loads of water (bottled water is free here). –While in the gym, read the fitness class schedule, usually… Continue Reading
You will find that air traffic over Mexico City is light and therefore we experience very few delays. In addition, Summer months do not generally have heavy storms we see in our Sun Belt. The Mexico City Airport is modern, clean and has airport shopping: both candy bars and fine jewelry. So flying into MEX,… Continue Reading
The press, which likes a bad headline, is now writing that safety concerns about Mexico are disappearing. Tourism is up, as Mexico re establishes itself as the best priced and easiest vacation area. At Ixtapan Spa we are also seeing this trend, as more guests return. They are greeted by renovations, new classes and excellent… Continue Reading
Before you wash your hair again, look at the ingredients in your products. At Ixtapan Spa we do our hair treatments with natural tomato, castor, olive and almond oils. Most US shampoos and conditioners are mainly chemicals so try using your pantry for your hair. PS sleeping on a silk pillow case is also good… Continue Reading
Each Spring, we dread trying on those stored clothes. Many of our guests come annually to stay fit during the winter then spruce up in Spring. Weather in our area from April-August remains 60-80. Our days are delightful even in the Summer when our guests arrive from steamy sun belt states. And fresh fruit on… Continue Reading
The government of Guerrero signed an agreement to publicize Taxco and other areas to American tourists. As a result, United Airlines and Aeromexico will both increase flights from US cities. If you wish to experience colonial Taxco before the rush, take one of our excursions; Ixtapan Spa offers a Taxco day for a pittance. You… Continue Reading
We believe that a stress-less stay includes not using your computer or ipad; however we do offer free wifi in our lobby and surrounding areas. An application to help soothe you even more is Songza. Free music. You can choose the genre you want: classic, showtime, rock etc. Then choose what you are doing with… Continue Reading
Mexico is known for its colorful and musical religious holidays. The days between Palm Sunday and Easter are particularly festive. Some cities like Taxco, near us, are notable for their street events: intricately woven palms decorate churches on Palm Sunday, street reenactments of the crucifixion on Easter, and crafts and street foods sold all week.… Continue Reading
When you visit, you quickly discover that our town, Ixtapan de la Sal, is a center for Holistic Healing. Many guests use the services of a doctor who comes to the hotel. Acupuncture? Botox? Fills? Although Dr. Castillo Blum is not an employee of the hotel, he will come to your room for most of… Continue Reading