Founded by husband and wife team Mark Stubbs and Janis Taylor in 1997, Different World was created to use the Internet to offer a new kind of experience for vacation travelers. The couple foresaw the seismic changes new technology would bring to the world of travel shopping and wanted to share their passion for travel with others.

But Different World was never just about technology; Mark and Janis had visited Mexico for the first time just a year earlier and had fallen in love with the country and its warm and generous people. They were determined to share the joy of that experience with a global audience and the Internet offered the perfect medium.

From the beginning the selection of hotels was very personal; then, as now, hotels couldn't pay to be part of the collection. Only those that met Different World's 'wow' factor were accepted. The result is a broad mix ranging from rustic cabanas on a remote beach to 5-star luxury resorts complete with beach butlers and personal masseurs, with a range of prices to suit all tastes. Despite this diversity, all offer unforgettable vacations and all leave their guests with that unique sense of magic that only Mexico can provide.

In addition, Different World recognizes that vacation planning is never something that can be accomplished just by clicking a mouse. Customers are encouraged to call and talk to someone who has actually stayed at the hotel and who can offer first-hand knowledge of each destination. Many clients come back year after year to explore the growing Different World family, confident that they will be enjoying the very best that Mexico has to offer.

Today Different World's collection has grown to over 100 hotels all across Mexico and has become the premier online destination for travelers looking for a uniquely Mexican vacation.