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May 6, 2024
Grutas de Tolantongo, from the Nahuatl Aztec language, meaning “where it feels warm,” is an expansive water resort complex in the Mezuital Canyon that includes natural hot springs, caves, geothermal pools, a suspension bridge, hiking trails, campsites, the highest zip line in the area, and small hotels. From the first time that I viewed a […]
March 18, 2024
It may be one of the most beautiful beach destinations in the world, but there is so much more to this country beyond its exquisite coasts, including the most beautiful cities in Mexico. Known for its vibrant indigenous culture, Spanish influence, rich history, breathtaking landscapes, and delicious food, Mexico’s vibrant colonial cities are a treasure […]
March 11, 2024
Consistently named one of the ten most colorful cities in the world, UNESCO-listed Guanajuato is a beautiful city in the foothills of Central Mexico. El Centro Guanajuato is characterized by rainbow-colored homes tumbling down the hillside, incredible historic cathedrals, colorful colonial mansions, bustling tree-lined plazas, a series of underground tunnels, and a maze of cobblestone […]
March 4, 2024
Nowhere in Mexico will you find more beautiful architecture and romantic vibe than in the heart of the colonial city of San Miguel de Allendo’s historic district known as El Centro. Most of the town’s iconic structures are within the city’s cobblestoned center, including the epic Parroquia de San Miguel Arcángel, a neo-Gothic church whose […]
February 29, 2024
Mexico-bound travelers looking for charming, off-the-beaten-track destinations, and road trip itineraries will find lots to love in the Pueblos Magicos (“Magical Towns”). The Pueblos Magicos program was put in place to encourage tourists to visit smaller towns and less-discovered destinations, and they are some of the most charming and picturesque destinations in the vast country. […]
February 26, 2024
Mexico was one of my first international trips, made during my early 20s. I loved it so much that I have been going back every few years since. It’s a country filled with intriguing ruins, rich culture, colonial architecture, both adrenaline and soft adventures, and amazing food. Here are my accumulated favorites of the famous […]
January 30, 2024
Pronounced “say-NO-tay,” a cenote is a natural sinkhole created when the ceiling of limestone bedrock collapses, partially exposing a cave opening into an underground river or waterhole. There are at least 6,000 cenotes or sinkholes scattered throughout the Yucatan Peninsula, thought to have been formed by the meteor that killed the dinosaurs. These freshwater underworlds […]
July 6, 2023
Most people are familiar with at least some of the holiday destinations along the Mexican Caribbean Coast; they represent the most popular beaches in the country, attracting millions of tourists every year who flock to enjoy the shimmering turquoise water and palm-lined beaches. In addition to the stunning beaches, the area also offers Mayan archeological […]
July 3, 2023
While it remains one of the least touristy places, Chetumal Quintana Roo Mexico has a lot of fun things to do! Though quieter than other cities on Mexico’s Caribbean coast, this hidden gem has a Caribbean vibe, rich culture and history, and stunning natural wonders. It also makes a good base for getting to other […]
June 12, 2023
Mesmerizing turquoise water lapping onto pristine sugar-sand beaches, there isn’t a prettier beach anywhere in the Caribbean. Unlike the more frenetic Cancun to the north, Tulum has a more laid-back beach vibe, although it has rapidly gone from a sleepy fishing town to an upscale holiday destination featuring a myriad of eco-chic boutique hotels. With […]
