Originally Posted by
3Cforme
There are lots of interesting destinations in Mexico (and with DL partner Aeromexico one can find award tickets to many) but a ticket to Mexico (paid or award) will get tagged with U.S. and Mexico customs/immigration/airport fees of almost $100/person.
True, though spending $100/person with free tickets is much less than buying a paid ticket to Europe or Asia for the GF. Also, there will be still be some amount of taxes on any award flight. And again, once you get there, it is very affordable. So for miles + $200 cash you get 2 people to Mexico.