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Surf & Beaches; Puerto Escondido, México

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Surf & Beaches; Puerto Escondido, México

Puerto Escondido is unquestionably Mexico’s best beach town. Unlike overdeveloped Cancun, Puerto Escondido – or “Puerto,” as the locals call it – effortlessly retains its small town charms. In other words: it’s a real place. You won’t suffer through endless beach hawkers (transport? sunglasses?), overpriced chain restaurants or hellishly high-pressure timeshare presentations.

Tranquillo.

What you will find are a collection of great beaches, incredible surf, thriving expat community, and a popular destination for foreign and local travelers alike. Escondido in Spanish means “hidden” and – for now, at least – it seems to remain hidden from the tourist Machine.Continue

World-Class Train Ride; Copper Canyon, México

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Copper Canyon, México

Copper Canyon – known locally as “la Barranca del Cobre” – is larger, deeper, geologically younger and much, much more interesting than the Grand Canyon.

Seriously.

The Chihuahua al Pacifico Railway - a spectacular 387 mile (624 km) route through the Sierra Tarahumara mountain range – includes 39 bridges and 86 tunnels. Along the way you’ll climb up 7,954 feet (2,425 m) through pine forests, rocky pinnacles and numerous canyons before ending up in the Chihuahua. Continue

Religious Festivals; San Miguel de Allende, México

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San Miguel de Allende, México

San Miguel de Allende effortlessly blends small-town, UNESCO World Heritage charm with big-city intrigue. A result of a booming silver discoveries in the 16th century, San Miguel helped make Mexico one of the richest countries in the world for over three centuries.

Not bad.

But what really sets San Miguel de Allende apart from other colonial towns is its undying dedication to fiestas. That’s right, this colonial throwback is home to more than 35 festivals a year… which… even in Mexico – a country well known for its fiestas – push the boundaries in terms of quantity and quality.

Most of these celebrations are religious in nature. Catholicism is big here, and celebrated with gusto throughout the year. Below are just a few of the most popular fiestas in San Miguel de Allende.Continue

Tequila and Los Mariachis; Guadalajara, México

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Tequila and Los Mariachis; Guadalajara, México

In many countries – such as Nicaragua, Guatemala, Cambodia, and Canada to name a few – the “second city” really steals the show.

Guadalajara, Mexico’s second city, is yet another example. It’s home to mariachi music, tequila and the jarabe tapatio (Mexican hat dance); with such qualifications it’s easy to see the city’s appeal. Add to that an easily navigable downtown and helpful, friendly locals without big-city problems, and you’ve got one of Mexico’s most charming cities.Continue

Mexico’s Finest Shopping; Cancún, México

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Mexico’s Finest Shopping; Cancún, México

Cancun.

Sure it’s beautiful (has been for centuries) but it’s also widely regarding as the best shopping in all of Mexico. Though many of its indigenous wares are more expensive than other Mexican locations, Cancun’s unrivaled selection make it the “go to” location for shopaholics.

International and domestic tourists flock here to purchase imported cosmetics, watches, jewelery, and other European goods.Continue

World-Class Beaches; Puerto Vallarta, México

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Puerto Vallarta, México

Puerto Vallarta gives new meaning to the word all-inclusive.  From the deep blue waters of the Pacific Ocean, to rich jungles draping the mountains, this little slice of heaven includes everything you could dream in a vacation resort town.

Puerto Vallarta’s 26 miles (42km) of beach are lined with swanky hotels, world-class restaurants, amazing nightlife and more than a handful of eco-tourism attractions.

Despite the fact that Puerto Vallarta is Mexico’s second most visited destination, the area has miraculously maintained it’s small-town charm while welcoming the international diversity.  Puerto Vallarta is the perfect combination of natural splendor and man made bliss. Continue

Museums of Mexico City, México

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Mexico City, México

Yes, Mexico City has a bad rap.  From robberies to drug running, the city has just about every name in the book. But – and you knew there would be a “but” – it remains an important historical city, and is certainly worth exploring for this reason.

How historical, you say? Try this on for size: Mexico City was founded in 1325 AD as the capital of the Aztec Empire; by 1428 it was unarguably the greatest city in Meso-america (a central American region spanning from Mexico down to Costa Rica). And now? Mexico City is home to an astonishing 25 million inhabitants, making it the second most populated city in the world behind Tokyo.

This has led to big-city problems. Pollution. Crime. And a host of socio-political issues outside the scope of this article.

But (and you saw that one coming, right?) all that history just won’t let go. Standing in the central plaza you experience a hopscotch through time: the ruins of an ancient Aztec pyramid, a colonial church and a modern skyscraper all can be seen in a single frame. History never looked so good.

Below are just a taste of the historical pleasures Mexico City has to offer.Continue

An All-in-One Guide to Cabo San Lucas Nightlife…

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Cabo San Lucas, México

Los Cabos – located in Baja California – consists of two separate personalities: the quaint Mexican village of San Jose del Cabo, and the riotous, upscale nightlife of Cabo San Lucas.

Cabo San Lucas is undoubtedly Baja’s biggest party scene. Nights begin innocently at laid-back bars along the harbor, then quickly escalate to full-blown dance clubs around midnight.

Debauchery continues late into the evening. In between these extremes you’ll find a number of surly dive bars and lively fiestas. The following lists one helluva day/evening and covers Cabo’s wide variety of nightlife.Continue

Dia de los Muertos; Oaxaca, México

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Dia de los Muertos; Oaxaca, México

Dia de los Muertos. Literally, “The Day of the Dead”. A truly Mexican holiday, where deceased relatives are said to visit the living for 24 hours before returning to the netherworld.

Dia de los Muertos

While its subject may not appear joyous to some, for Mexicans, it is a day of joy and reflection. Cemeteries burst to life with vibrant flowers – an explosion of blues, oranges, reds and purples – while relatives sit beside gravestones lined with small papier-mache skeletons. On the evening of November 1st, hundreds of candles light up the cemetery as a glowing reminder of life’s transient nature. And all the while, locals dance.

Of course, cemeteries aren’t the only place for celebration. Each home, hotel, restaurant and local business display elaborate altars, each lined with personal reminders of their relatives: cigarettes, music, sweets and candles are common adornments, as are papier-mache skeletons. The skeletons pantomime their relatives favorite activities; some dance, while others seem to be talking, playing futbol (soccer) or walking.

Yes, Dia de los Muertos is the best time to visit Oxaca. But many of its charms – its shaded central square, impressive Santa Domingo church and main cemetery – are enjoyable year round.

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10 Reasons You’ll Love the Maya Riviera

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Mexican Riviera, México

The Maya Riviera!

It’s beautiful with endless turquoise beaches, lush green jungles and fresh water cenotes.

But a word of caution:

Most of the Maya Riviera is a tourist attraction.

Unless – of course – you rent a car and explore it on your own!

To some, this is an act of insanity; but to the true adventurer, it’s the opportunity of a lifetime.

The 236 mile (380km) journey spans from Cancún to Chetumal near the Belize border and follows the second longest reef in the world, the Great Mesomerican Reef.

Everything there and in-between is the ultimate outdoor playground, from horseback riding to snorkeling and scuba diving, there’s something for everyone.

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World Class Scuba Diving; Cozumel, México

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World Class Scuba Diving; Cozumel, México

Cozumel is arguably the best scuba dive destination in the western hemisphere with warm turquoise waters, platform and edge reefs, and an abundance of sea life to explore.  It’s an underworld paradise.  The island moves at a sleepy pace of life and you’ll be surprised at how quickly and easily it is to fall into the lifestyle.

The tides seem to slowly rock the stress out of swimmers, beach goers, snorkelers and scuba divers alike.  There are no fast highways, high-rises, or noisy construction projects to distract you from doing absolutely nothing.Continue

Discover the Truth About Acapulco Beaches and Nightclubs

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Acapulco, México

Travelers, consider yourself warned!

Acapulco is not what you’d expect it to be.

Some may think it’s the ultimate party town in Mexico (though Cancun and Cabo San Lucas might disagree), while others consider it nothing more than an aging resort town whose wrinkles are beginning to show.

In either case… you’re wrong.

Sure, Acapulco has been around for decades.

But – much like Fremont Street in Las Vegas – that doesn’t mean it’s lost its appeal. It’s a disarmingly beautiful cove with views of Acapulco Bay, adorned with cliff divers, jet-skiers and teeming masses of beachcombers.

And sure, it can get crowded.

But – much like the beaches of Rio de Janiero – most of those sun-kissed bronze bodies are worth looking at.

In summary, Acapulco’s resorts are still world-class and cheaper than Cancun or Cabo San Lucas. And while the resorts themselves are undeniably fabulous, Acapulco’s nightlife is what really shines…

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Silver Shopping; Taxco, México

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Silver Shopping; Taxco, México

Shopaholics beware: Taxco is addictive. Nowhere – and we do mean nowhere - in the world can you find such incredible variety of high quality silver. Add to that the rock-bottom prices and you’ve got a bargainer’s dream.

Taxco is world-renowned as the “city of Silver.” And no character played such a vital role in it as the French prospector Joseph de la Borda.

Settle in… it’s a helluva story. Continue