Your insider's guide to Mexico off the beaten path
Visiting Chacchoben Mayan ruins in Mexico is a highlight of any trip to the country’s Yucatan peninsula. The ruins, situated in the southern part of the state of Quintana Roo, are tucked away deep in the Yucatan jungle close to the border with Belize. Even if you have already traveled to a ton of Mayan … Read more
Visiting Pueblo Magicos in the Yucatan is a highlight of any trip to Southern Mexico. There are nine different pueblo magicos in this region, each one seemingly more charming than the last. If you are not familiar with the term, pueblo magicos are Mexican towns and villages that have been recognized by the Mexican tourism … Read more
Topolobampo Sinaloa is a port town and coastal area that sits just 22km away from the city of Los Mochis in Northern Sinaloa. Los Mochis residents will often venture here, and the nearby beaches of Maviri, at weekends when they want to escape to the sea. It isn’t the most beautiful beach town in Mexico, … Read more
El Fuerte Sinaloa is a charming pueblo magico in the northern part of the state of Sinaloa. It is one of the most notable scenic stops on the El Chepe railroad route, and a worthy day trip destination from the nearby city of Los Mochis. Local legends tell the story of El Fuerte Sinaloa being … Read more
Managing and exchanging money in Mexico is an important consideration for your trip. You need to understand the currency used in Mexico (pesos), the best way to exchange currency, and any fees your credit and debit cards charge for international transactions and withdrawals. This guide has been written by an expat who has been living … Read more
Seeking out the best Riviera Maya beaches is a highlight of any trip to Mexico’s Caribbean coast. Mexico is fast becoming one of the top destinations in the world to visit. Indeed, over 25 million international travelers flock to Latin American country every single year! These days with the security of the police and the … Read more
The best beaches in the Yucatan are plentiful and stunning. They may not get the same recognition as the tropical beaches that run along the Mexican Caribbean coastline but they are equally as worthy of your time. The best beaches in the Yucatan have it all. If you want serviced beaches with all the amenities … Read more
When you mention famous Mexican artists to most people, they immediately think of Frida Kahlo. However, on an international scale, unless people specifically have a strong interest in art, few are aware of other beloved Mexican artists. Art in Mexico has changed and developed in a fascinating way over the past few centuries. Today, Mexico … Read more
If you are planning a trip to the Jalisco capital of Guadalajara, or the popular resort town of Puerto Vallarta, you are probably curious about the best Jalisco Mexico beaches and what they have to offer. The state of Jalisco, on Mexico’s Pacific coast, is home to some of the most breathtaking coastlines in the … Read more
Visiting Cancun in February is a popular choice. The weather is warm and sunny without being overbearingly hot and humid. And the promise of leaving the cold winter weather at home in exchange for pristine white sandy beaches and translucent turquoise waters is massively appealing. February is the high season for visiting Cancun (and in … Read more
