First Class Beach Vacation Bout: Hawaii vs. Cancun

First Class to Cancun can often be had for about the price of a coach fare, and a one-bedroom suite for less than the price of a standard room.

It’s time for a new destination faceoff, this time between two tourist heavyweights. In one corner of the ring, we have tried-and-true Hawaii, a perennial favorite for Americans. In the other, we have Cancun, a worthy contender ready to deliver a knockout punch.

SPECIAL REPORT AT A GLANCE:

• Why you should consider Cancun for a vacation
• Fare comparisons between Hawaii and Cancun
• Cost-on-the-ground comparisons between Hawaii and Cancun

BEEN THERE, DONE THAT?

Let’s say you’ve been to Hawaii, maybe even more than once. Isn’t its time to consider another tropical beach getaway, one that’s even closer and less pricey? Enter Cancun.