Colonial Valladolid in the Heart of the Yucatan
If you want to experience the Yucatan that isn’t too prominent on the tourist map, Valladolid is perfect. Most buses to and from Chichen Itza (about 45 km to the west) will pass through the city and might even stop at the main plaza where Mayan women sell... more - travel report by
bineba
Tulum – Mayan City by the Sea
The first time I saw a picture of Tulum (in the German magazine GEO Special) and having been interested in Mayan history since being a teenager, I decided that I had to go there one day. So, after another dismal summer here in the UK, I started planning o... more - travel report by
bineba
City of Culture
Originally inhabited by a succession of nomadic tribes, this valley received its name due to the abundance of frogs that could be seen. With the arrival of the Spanish in the 16th century, silver was found. The valley (and city founded there) became the l... more - travel report by
bear495
Puerto Vallarta - a Good Place to Just chill
“Chill or be Chilled” as one t-shirt pronounced. Puerto Vallarta, or Nuevo Vallarta, just 20 kilometers north, is just the place for that. I’ve never been much for all-inclusive resorts, but since our compromise involved alternating days of George relaxin... more - travel report by
eirekay
Sun drenched Bajan
Tijuana is a great location to visit at the end of your travels, when you want to do a bit of shopping and pick up the last few presents. It’s like the Brits going to Costa de Sol or Benadorm in Spain; there is a lot of culture to explore but we really ju... more - travel report by
mistybleu
Heartland of Mexico
When one thinks of a ranch, the image that most frequently comes to mind is one of large spaces and cowboys. That is true of life in Texas. However, in Mexico, a ranch is a small group of people living together... usually in near-poverty conditions. Loma... more - travel report by
bear495
Lost Civilization
In the significant past, Plazuelas was mostly an insignificant village of about 200 residents. The people of the village struggled to make enough money to buy the necessities that were important to maintain life. Everything changed in 1998, when a portion... more - travel report by
bear495
Religious Influences in Colonial America
The broadening of the 16th-century Spanish Empire came about for a two-fold reason: 1. Spain was seeking gold and riches. 2. The Roman Church was involved in a self-effacing crusade to rid itself of all external influences. Historically, we call this peri... more - travel report by
bear495
Acapulco – Mexico
Situated where the Sierra Madre Mountains meet the sea the name Acapulco conjures up images of dazzling blue waters, miles of golden beaches, death defying cliff divers and continuous sunshine. It was once the playground for the rich and famous and still... more - travel report by
britman
Isla Mujeres - One of my all time favourite destinations!
Isla is a respite from all the tourist hustle and highrises across the water in Cancun. It offers crystal turquoise water and Playe Norte is a beautiful stretch of white sandy beach. It's a great place to hang out either in the water or on the sand and me... more - travel report by
downundergal
