Why you should go: Lush jungles, pristine beaches and luxurious accommodations—welcome to Punta de Mita. (Located on a private peninsula in Riviera Nayarit, it's a 45-minute drive from Puerto Vallarta.) This 5-star Conrad resort has earned accolades since its opening in 2020. Travel + Leisure readers ranked it among their favorite resorts in Mexico in 2023. This year, U.S. News & World Report named it one of the country's best resorts. 

Members only: For $999 (reg. $3043), Travelzoo members can spend 3 nights in an upgraded oceanview room. This offer includes daily breakfast, a $200 resort credit and dates through Dec. 20. Upgrades to beachfront rooms and stays in January–February are also available.