A Date With Nature The term “Eco-Tourism” can trigger fear in many travelers. Sure, we all want to protect and celebrate the beauty of Mother Earth. But don’t worry, you don’t have to live in a tree house, drink rainwater and eat wild berries to enjoy nature on your vacation. … Read more
With contributions by Victoria Markus On a map it’s easy to see that Mexico is hugged by the Pacific Ocean and the warm waters of the Gulf where stunning beaches line the coastline. Coupled with a temperate climate and steady sunshine, tourists and vacationers alike flock to those sandy shores. … Read more
After a morning of wandering the hilly, cobbled streets of San Miguel, I was quite tired and on the lookout for a nice spot for lunch. I ended up in the Jardin, the central square that is the heart and soul of this Spanish colonial town in central Mexico. I … Read more
Surrounded by vast, empty deserts of twisted cacti and chains of dusty mountains, the industrial cities of Monterrey and Chihuahua might seem odd choices for a vacation. Hammered mercilessly by the summer sun, the two urban giants are usually bypassed by foreign travelers desperate to see the exotic jungles, beaches … Read more
One of the hottest destinations in Mexico plays host to Culture and Sunshine Located about 40 minutes south of Cancun, Playa Del Carmen is fast becoming one of the hottest destinations in Mexico. Playa, as the locals call it, is a beachside city on the coast of the Caribbean … Read more
Photos by Eric Mohl PORT AUTHORITY Puerto Veracruz in southern Mexico has survived Spanish conquistadors, a little-known US invasion and plays host to what many consider to be the second largest Carnaval celebration in the world, hot on the heels of the epic festivities in Rio de Janeiro. Spend … Read more