Mexico

If you’re planning on traveling through this vast and beautiful country, it’s important to learn how to use the buses in Mexico. Mexican buses are a great way to travel around the country. They are generally comfortable, safe, and affordable. Although if you don’t know the names of the bus companies in Mexico or where…

Rising more than 1,000 feet (over 400 meters) over the pueblo magico of Bernal, Queretaro is one of the largest monoliths in the world, Peña de Bernal.  This sacred monolith dominates the surrounding landscape, magically seems to always be in view. As a result, many Bernal hotels and restaurants have stunning views of La Piedra…

Puente de Dios, Queretaro is one of the top outdoor adventures within the Sierra Gorda Biosphere Reserve. This natural area offers a beautiful hike along the Escanela River which flows through an ecosystem of native trees and wildlife. As you make your way up the Escanela River, you will cross several wooden bridges along the…

I’m not sure why, but waking up for a sunrise hike always feels more rewarding to me. And I found that to be especially true when waking up for the sunrise hike to Mirador Cuatro Palos. Perhaps it was because I manage to peel myself out of bed from under the layers of blankets after…

If you’re a nature lover looking for a spectacular place to visit in Mexico, Sotano de las Golondrinas should be on your list. This vast cave is located in the Huasteca Potosina region of San Luis Potosi. It’s home to thousands of birds that emerge at sunrise and return each evening around dusk. The Cave…

If you’re in search of one of the most impressive waterfalls in the region of Huasteca Potosina, you’ll want to visit Cascada de Tamul, San Luis Potosi.  At almost 350 feet (105 meters) tall, it’s the tallest waterfall in Huasteca Potosina and well worth exploring. One of the other things that makes this waterfall impressive…

Looking for the best things to do in Guanajuato? You’re in the right place. I stayed in Guanajuato capital for an extended time to explore everything this city has to offer. And then I visited again with my mom so that she could experience a local Mexican city. As a result, this list includes quite…

La Huasteca Potosina is a stunning natural area located in the state of San Luis Potosi. But unless you rent a car, you’ll need to book Huasteca Potosina tours to explore the area. Because while it’s possible to take public transportation to some of the cities in the region, getting to the waterfalls and other…

Puente de Dios, San Luis Potosi is one of the jewels of La Huasteca Potosina. Swimming through Puente de Dios literally took my breath away. The name translates to the Bridge of God, and once you swim through the cave you’ll understand why. The sun illuminates the water to become a turquoise blue that is…

These day trips from San Miguel de Allende include something for everyone. Artists will be delighted to explore the eccentric mind of Anado while wandering the grounds at The Chapel of Jimmy Ray. Spa lovers will enjoy a relaxing day soaking in the hot springs near San Miguel de Allende. History buffs will look forward…

La Huasteca Posotina, Mexico is a lush tropical region in the state of San Luis Potosi. It extends towards but stops short of the state of Veracruz and the Gulf Coast. The region owes its name to the Huastec people who lived in the area before the arrival of the Spanish. Huasteca Potosina is characterized…

Walking through Queretaro, Mexico, the historic buildings and their intricate details almost give the sense of walking through a museum. And so you may find yourself just as mesmerized by the architecture of the museums in Queretaro as the exhibits inside. Queretaro’s history of being a strategic point between Mexico City and the silver mines…

Located just two hours from Mexico City, the silver mining town of Taxco, Guerrero is one of the most beautiful pueblo magicos in Mexico. The narrow streets of Taxco, Mexico wind through the hilly landscape with something to discover around every corner. The white houses are stacked on the mountainside as if they belong there….

Oaxaca City is a magical, festive place no matter the time of year but it becomes especially so during Day of the Dead, or Día de los Muertos. If you have plans to attend the celebration, you’re in the right place. I often use the city as a base for my travels so not only…

If you’ve poked around this website a bit, it shouldn’t come as a surprise that I love Oaxaca City. I’ve spent over three months in the city this year alone. As a result, I’ve personally stayed at every single one of these Oaxaca hostels and several more than once! I’m not going to simply tell…

Honestly, I don’t usually go out to eat breakfast. But going out for breakfast in Oaxaca City excites me. That’s just how good and creative the food is. I love the modern use of traditional ingredients that find their way onto Oaxaca breakfast menus. And as a result, I generally suggest ordering one of the…

Imagine swimming in an infinity pool of natural spring water on the top of a cliff with endless views of the surrounding mountains. To your right is a beautiful petrified waterfall that cascades into the valley below, appearing as if it has been frozen in time. This is the gorgeous scene at Hierve el Agua, Oaxaca.

Oaxaca is the paradise of mezcal. And if you’ve been in the city for a few days, you’ve probably started to see it for yourself. It’s the dominant liquor on most cocktail lists and there are even entire bars, called mezcalerias, devoted to sipping the spirit.  But perhaps most interesting are the small palenques of…

During my nearly two weeks in San Cristobal, one of the most surprising finds was the variety of restaurants. San Cristobal de las Casas has attracted a wide culinary range that includes a remarkable number of Asian and vegan restaurants. It’s amazing to find two places serving Korean food in a Mexican town of this…