The minimum age is about 25 for staying in hotels in the U.S. and internationally, but Cancun doesn't really have a minimum age. Many companies offer all-inclusive packages that include meals, travel tax, lodging and, in some cases, airfare. The idea is that students are saving money by prepaying for almost everything. They're much more inclusive than typical air and hotel trips. You can't get in or out of the country without it.
International travel is a new experience for many students.
If you go to Florida or another tropical U.S. spot, they treat you like babies. Cancun is one of several popular Mexican vacation sites, including Acapulco, Cozumel, Los Cabos and Puerto Vallarta. There has been no rebel activity or terrorism in recent years. Built from the sand up since the '70s. A few students said they preferred Mexico to southern states such as Florida because of the lower drinking age.