Gang-dominated areas, pickpocketing, and high rates of violence in some areas: there are many reasons why you would want to keep your guard up on a trip to Mexico––as the mainstream media would have you believe, anyway. While it’s true there have been instances where tourists were targeted by criminals, it’s important not to generalize: …

Cancun may be the number one tourist destination in the whole of Mexico, famous for its five-star resorts, powder-white sands hugged by teal-colored seas, and balmy weather, but it lacks something other Mexican destinations have in abundance: Cultural value. Unlike a majority of Mexican cities, it was not settled during the Mayan or post-Hispanic period, …

The Maya Train has forever changed the way we approach travel in the Mexican Caribbean, shortening travel distances between all the major resort zones, and making it a lot leasier for foreign tourists to reach lesser-known destinations that could be accessed with a car previously. As a result, one of these hidden gems, the charming, …

Mexico is the first destination that comes to mind when Americans think of taking a cultural trip abroad. It is close enough to home, the country as a whole is very tourist-friendly, and prices can be very attractive when you steer clear of overdeveloped coastal zones. There is only one caveat: mainstream media does not …

There are almost too many great destinations in Mexico that can offer a warm and sunny escape from the American winter. While the likes of Cancun and Cabo San Lucas may be the first places you think of, there are plenty of other choices in this amazing country to get your winter sun fix. If …

Winter is the most anticipated season for Mexico-bound travelers. It’s when humidity is under acceptable levels, sargassum isn’t lambasting the pristine Caribbean coast, and several low-cost flights are landing daily in Cancun – and soon enough, the newly-inaugurated Tulum Airport. One of the huge complaints, however, is how incredibly hard it is to get around …

Mexico is the number one destination for Americans going abroad. Famous for its pristine beaches, turquoise-colored oceans, and well-developed resort zones, it attracts millions of tourists every year who are in search of a sunny break. Not all of those who cross the Southern border are keen on lounging by the poolside all day, though: …

The Gulf of Mexico, like its Caribbean Sea neighbor, is a region of the Atlantic Ocean that is almost surrounded by the American continent and islands. Often referred to as the American Mediterranean, travelers flock to these beautiful beaches with warmer waters and quartz-like sand in Mexico. Covering the states of Tamaulipas, Veracruz, Campeche, and …

The capital city of Campeche, located in front of the Gulf of Mexico, is a colonial beauty that was a port of entry for buccaneers and pirates, which gave rise to a walled city with forts and bastions. Here you will enjoy spectacular beaches and islands, nature reserves, archaeology, and its exquisite gastronomy. Visit the …