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Labor Day, Mexico's Independence celebrations, relaxed Caribbean days and new reasons to escape to Playa del Carmen and Puerto Morelos this September.
Summer has a habit of ending before we're ready for it.
Back-to-school season arrives, calendars fill up again, and suddenly that vacation you meant to take feels like something you'll have to save for next year.
But September tells a very different story in the Mexican Caribbean .
Here, summer is still very much alive. The Caribbean Sea is warm, Playa del Carmen and Puerto Morelos settle into a more relaxed rhythm, and some of the season's most attractive travel opportunities begin to appear.
At The Fives Hotels & Residences , September falls right in the middle of The Biggest Summer , our extended summer season from May through October.
And this year, there's even more reason to keep September open.
Labor Day: One More Long Weekend, One Very Good Excuse
In the United States, Labor Day falls on the first Monday in September , traditionally creating one final long weekend before summer begins to wind down.
We prefer to think of it differently.
Instead of saying goodbye to summer, why not extend it?
A flight to the Mexican Caribbean can trade the backyard barbecue for breakfast overlooking the sea, the neighborhood pool for the Caribbean, and the usual long-weekend routine for a few days that actually feel like an escape.
And once the Labor Day weekend is over, September becomes even more interesting.
The traditional summer rush begins to ease. Resorts feel more relaxed. Destinations become easier to explore at your own pace. And travelers with flexible schedules can often find greater value than during the peak summer weeks.
Sometimes the smartest summer vacation is the one you take just after everyone else thinks summer is over.
Then Mexico Starts to Celebrate
Midway through the month, September changes character completely.
Mexico's Independence celebrations take center stage on the evening of September 15 , followed by Independence Day on September 16 .
In destinations such as Playa del Carmen, past celebrations have brought together civic traditions, live entertainment, Mexican food, music, and large public gatherings that welcome locals and travelers alike.
For international visitors, it's an opportunity to experience another side of the Mexican Caribbean.
Because Mexico is not simply the backdrop to your beach vacation. Its food, music, traditions, hospitality and sense of celebration are part of what makes traveling here so memorable.
September lets you experience both worlds: days by the Caribbean and nights filled with unmistakably Mexican spirit.
The Mexican Caribbean is more than a beach destination. Its culture, cuisine, traditions and hospitality are part of the experience of discovering Mexico.
Three Ways to Make September Yours
At The Fives Beach Hotel & Residences , families and groups can settle into spacious All Residence-Style Suites® and experience the ease of À la Carte All Inclusive® dining, with plenty of room to spend time together without giving up personal space.
Different travel styles. Different settings. One very good month to discover them.
Here's Your September Sneak Peek
There may be one more reason to wait for September.
As The Biggest Summer moves into its second half, we're preparing a special September offer designed for travelers who know that great vacations don't always require peak-season dates.
Here's the sneak peek: travelers will be able to unlock up to 35% off hotel stays and Hotel + Flight packages for travel during September , subject to availability and applicable terms and conditions.
If you've been considering one last summer escape, this may be your sign.
You can also take advantage of the final opportunities from our Summer Sale as we move into the next chapter of the season.
Maybe September Was the Vacation You Were Missing
September isn't usually the month travelers circle first when planning summer vacation.
Perhaps that's exactly why it works.
The pace changes. The Mexican Caribbean feels more relaxed. Mexico comes alive with Independence celebrations. And some of the season's best travel opportunities arrive just when everyone else has gone back to their routine.
At The Fives Hotels & Residences , The Biggest Summer isn't finished yet. Experience it by the sea in Puerto Morelos, surrounded by gardens and residence-style living at The Fives Beach, or from the heart of Playa del Carmen at The Fives Downtown.
Start by booking directly at TheFivesHotels.com , whether you're looking for hotel accommodations or want to bundle your trip with a Hotel + Flight package.
