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Getting into Mexico in a car

To drive your own car into Mexico, you'll need a tourist card and a temporary vehicle importation permit, which you can get on arrival at [...]

The legend of La Llorona

Since Disney’s “Coco” went on screens in 2017, it had unbelievable success. This animated movie collected a lot of Mexican folklore and traditions. It’s a [...]

How many days do you need in Mexico City?

How many days do you need in Mexico City? Tortillas, tequilas, and Mariachi was given to the world by Mexico. The vibrant country is renowned [...]

Where to snorkel in Cancun?

The Caribbean Sea is one of the best diving destinations in the world. Diving is a must-do for anyone vacationing in the Riviera Maya. The [...]

The importance of flowers In Mexico

Flowers have always been an important part of the cultural traditions of different nations. Every country has its own very particular flowers or plants, which [...]

How to find the best travel destination in Mexico?

Traveling is always a good experience particularly if you do the needed homework. If you are visiting a destination for the first time, try to [...]

Authentic Mexican food for beginners

Many of us who enjoy Hispanic dishes do not traditionally hail from Mexico or surrounding countries. Regardless, the dishes served in these regions have delighted [...]

The flowers’ meaning in Mexican culture

Mexico is one of the countries in the world with great biodiversity and an innumerable variety of plants and flowers. That wide diversity of vegetation [...]

Legend of the Lane of the Kiss in Guanajuato

The urban legends of Guanajuato Legends often add an enchanting layer to the history and culture of cities. These tales, passed down through generations, hold [...]

Legend of the Burnt Woman’s street in Mexico City

Urban legends are a fascinating aspect of folklore that has been passed down through generations. These modern-day myths often involve eerie or supernatural elements and [...]

Guanajuato Tunnels

Guanajuato tunnels are a series of wide, long underground channels that help divert traffic away from the city center. These tunnels were primarily built as [...]

Exploring Guanajuato City

Visit and Explore Guanajuato City Guanajuato is a colonial city in the mountains of central Mexico was once a silver mining town and although it’s [...]

Jose Cuervo Express Train

Would you like to travel in luxury like in Porfiriato times and get to know the oldest tequila distillery in America? The best option is [...]

Tequila route

Tequila ranks as the top product consumed by international visitors to Mexico, attracting travelers eager to taste and learn about this iconic drink. Its unique [...]

Basilica of Our Lady of Zapopan

The Basilica of Our Lady of Zapopan ("Basílica de Nuestra Señora de Zapopan") and the abbey of Our Lady of Expectation of Zapopan are a [...]

What to do in Cancun and around

Cancun is one of the world’s most popular travel destinations. Surrounded by the breathtaking turquoise crystal-clear waters of the Caribbean Sea and soft white coral [...]

The best places in Mexico to live as expat

Mexico is said to be quite a hospitable place for expats. Many expats select Mexico to live in thanks to its easy-going culture, leisure options, [...]

Climate of Mexico

Mexico's climate showcases a remarkable diversity attributed to its varied geography. From high mountains that influence temperature shifts to expansive lowlands with hot and humid [...]

Mexican quesadilla

The quesadilla is a Mexican popular and well-known food that consists of a corn or wheat tortilla, folded in half. Quesadilla should be eaten hot, [...]

Danza de Los Voladores

The famous Danza de los Voladores (Dance of the Flyers) is one of Mexico’s most iconic and vibrant cultural rituals. For centuries, this ceremony has [...]

The cuisine of Veracruz: a tasty blend of cultures

Coconut shrimp, chilatoles, chicatanas, pulacles, cream enchiladas, molotes, volovanes... each region of Veracruz has so much to offer on the gastronomic table, that it would [...]

Mexican food history

The typical Mexican food has a long and diverse history. It is believed that authentic Mexican food might have been derived from the Mayans. Traditionally, [...]

Historic Monuments Zone of Querétaro

The old colonial town of Querétaro is unusual in having retained the geometric street plan of the Spanish conqueror's side by side with the twisting [...]

Reasons why you should travel to Mexico

Mexico is a vast country spanning epic landscapes, from the northern deserts and snowy peaks of the Central Sierra to the high jungles of Southern [...]

The quintessential Mexican food guide

Mexican food that you must try Mexican culture consists of a lot of incredibly lavish traditions and festivals, and the landscape of this beautiful country [...]

Pre-Columbian Mexican ancient games and gambling

Board games have been played in most cultures and societies throughout history. Some games depended completely on player skill, while many other games required no [...]

Bul game

Bul, also called Buul, Boolik, or Puluc, is a running-fight board game originating in Mesoamerica and is known particularly among several of the Maya peoples [...]

Patolli

Patolli or patole is one of the oldest known games in America. It was a game of strategy and luck, played by commoners and nobles [...]

What to do in Mexico City?

Mexico City is a big megapolis, it is actually one of the most multi-layered, multi-faceted, and multi-cultural cities in the world. Mexico City is a [...]

Should you hire a local tour guide when traveling in Mexico?

Should you hire a guide or a travel agency in Mexico? By traveling on your own, you can explore each destination in the most personalized [...]

Heroic cities of Mexico

Mexican "heroic cities" is a term used for Mexican cities that were recognized for their bravery and resistance against foreign invaders during the Mexican War [...]

Satellite Towers of Naucalpan

The towers are located in Satellite Town, northwest of the metropolitan area of Mexico City, in the municipality of Naucalpan, State of Mexico. The square [...]

Why is Mexico City sinking?

Mexico City is sinking into the ground. In some areas, the ground is sinking by as much as 50 cm per year, and this has [...]

Self-guided walking tour in the Historic Center of Puebla

Mexico’s historic centers offer a journey through time. From colorful façades to bustling markets and majestic cathedrals, these vibrant districts showcase the rich cultural and [...]

Mayan systems of transportation

Mayan ceremonial centers were connected by a series of roads. The exact extent of the ancient road system will likely never be known, as much [...]

How to make a phone call to and from Mexico

If you're dreaming of an exciting trip to Mexico, there are a few practicalities you'll want to know before you embark on your adventure. One [...]