Oaxaca is a state in southern Mexico that was my home for seven years during my childhood and adolescence. This state is recognized worldwide for its traditional cuisine. Although it was not easy, I narrowed down my favorite Oaxacan delicacies to the following six: 1- Oaxaca is known for its seven different moles — amarillo,…
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Caribbean Coast
Cancun is my favorite destination when I am in the mood for beach, sun and fun. This beach is located in the southeast Caribbean Coast of Mexico, in the state of Quintana Roo. If you are in Mexico City, you can take a three-hour flight to Cancun, and it is a five-hour flight from California. To…
City of Eternal Spring
Cuernavaca is the capital of Morelos, a state 55 miles from Mexico City. This city is famous for its never-ending warm springlike weather — known as “City of Eternal Spring.” To do: At the Historic Centre, you can visit the colonial Palace of Hernán Cortés, which is now a regional museum. There you can also…
Colonial San Miguel
San Miguel de Allende is a colonial city in Guanajuato, a state in central Mexico, 170 miles from Mexico City. San Miguel was listed on the Top 15 Cities in the World and was voted as “best city” in 2018 and 2019 by Travel + Leisure. To Do: The parish at the Historic Centre of…
Mexico: Coronavirus and Activist Women’s Strike
Coronavirus No deaths from coronavirus have been recorded in Mexico, but a sixth case was reported last Friday in Mexico City after a 71-year-old man returned from one of the Italian infected cities. The other five COVID-19 cases are from students from central and southern Mexico, who were on a studying abroad program in northern…
Tepoztlán: Spiritual Aztec Town
Tepoztlán is a spiritual town in the state of Morelos, 50 miles south from Mexico City. Mexico’s Secretary of Tourism (SECTUR) titled Tepoztlán a Pueblo Mágico (Magic Town) in 2010. Tips: I recommend hiking up the mountains to see the ruins of the Tepozteco: a pre-Hispanic Aztec sacred temple with a view of the town….
Weekend Trip in Baja: Guadalupe Valley Wineries
For those in California, Guadalupe Valley is an excellent option for a weekend trip! Valle de Guadalupe is located near the coast-side of Baja California, 60 miles from the border of Mexico and the United States. The vineyards host annual wine tastings and culinary events during the summer, where artists from both countries are invited…
Taxco: Mexican Silver Treasure
Taxco is located in the state of Guerrero, just about three hours (110 miles) from Mexico City. It is a colonial mining city known for its silver-making. Taxco was recognized as a Pueblo Mágico (Magic Town) by Mexico’s Secretary of Tourism (SECTUR) in 2002. Tips Although Taxco is a very small town, I recommend staying…
Mexico City: an Ex Local’s Guide
Mexico City is the capital of the country, and it is located in the Valley of Mexico. The city was founded in 1521 as God Huichilopoztli ordered the Aztecs to create a city when they find an eagle devouring a snake on top of a cactus. The Mexican flag resembles the history of the foundation…
Mosaic Cities 