There’s no denying the best Southern city to quite literally gain a taste of Mexico is San Antonio, Texas —a place that’s practically impossible to have a bad meal with authentic community staples like Los Barrios and even “tourist traps” that would beat out other cities’ best eats. Having visited San Antonio a few months ago, I …

Mexico City, a vibrant metropolis of culture and captivating experiences, often tops the travel wish lists for American explorers. But recently, a darker undercurrent has emerged. Tensions in Mexico City against tourists have been rising, resulting in striking and unsettling incidents. These escalating concerns have now led the U.S. Embassy to issue a security alert …

The Mexican Caribbean is indeed gorgeous, with turquoise seas unlike any other, vibrant coastal cities, and an unmatched party scene, but is it the best destination south of the border for a chill, relaxing getaway? Not necessarily. Located on the opposite side of the country, at the very southern tip of the Baja California Sur …

Tepic is destined to be Mexico’s new vacation hotspot, giving new and easier access to Riviera Nayarit with groundbreaking flights launching this week. But there’s also another airport set to open in Mexico this year, plus 4 more in the works. As you may have heard, Americans can now fly nonstop to Tepic beginning this …

New flights are one thing. New airports, though? Those are travel unicorns. That’s the case for Tepic, a highly underrated inland city being touted as Mexico’s next hotspot. This 500-year old city is an awesome starting point to a grand adventure along 200 miles of Pacific coastline in Riviera Nayarit, a sprawling paradise overshadowed by …

Trust us, you’re not alone in feeling completely lost amidst all this planning for your upcoming Mexico getaway. We’ve all been there as first-timers: From assessing the safety risks at your destination to picking out the perfect hotel, not to mention getting all the documentation in order, this is no easy feat, and it’s no …

You know the feeling. You just had the best tacos of your life, the bill hits the table, and the vacation vibe comes to a screeching halt. Suddenly you’re doing frantic mental math, trying to remember if the tip is 10% or 15%—or if it’s already included. It’s a total buzzkill, and nobody wants to …

Travel and Leisure just revealed their annual World’s Best Awards with some big surprises across the board, ranging from luxury train rides to paradise islands to vibrant Mexican cities. We’ll focus on the latter as Mexico is one of the most popular summertime getaways and doesn’t always have to be the same o’, same o’ …

Trying to pick the perfect Mexico beach vacation can feel impossible. You’ve got the non-stop party of Cancun, the chic wellness retreats of Tulum, and the high-energy luxury of Cabo all battling for your attention. Each one has a completely different vibe. You could spend the next three weeks scrolling Instagram trying to figure it …

There have been numerous travel alerts and advisories for Mexico issued recently, but that’s not stopping anyone from venturing south of the border for some fun in the sun this summer. A lot of travelers miss out on Mexico’s magic by staying in the most curated pockets for a sense of safety and comfort— you …

In my 20 years of traveling to Mexico—and I’ve been there more times than I can count—not once has an airline agent ever asked to see my return ticket. I flash my passport, get my boarding pass, and head for the sun. It’s always been that simple. But a major change is underway, and it’s …

We love Cancun and Puerto Vallarta, but we’re not sure about you; it’s the lesser-known spots that have been tugging at our heartstrings lately. It’s no wonder we’re called Travel Off Path, and for a number of years now, we’ve been exploring all around Mexico, from the tried-and-true beach gems in the Caribbean, to the …