Ancient ruins, lacquer artisans, traditional Parachico dancers, and a bustling Spanish square... Welcome to the beautiful town of Chiapa de Corzo in Chiapas, Mexico. This declared Magic Town (Pueblo Magico) was the first colonial city to be founded in Chiapas state by...
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Turquoise cenotes and beaches, papel picado, mariachi music, Mayan ruins, historic cities and colorful markets. Let’s explore Mexico!
How to Visit the Majestic Cañón del Sumidero in Chiapas
Going on an ecotourism boat tour through the spectacular Sumidero Canyon (El Cañòn del Sumidero in Spanish) in Chiapas, Mexico is a must! A day trip to this deep natural canyon will reward you with majestic views thanks to its towering steep walls that soar up to 0.6...
The Ultimate Packing List for Mexico (+ Free Printable)
Packing for your upcoming Mexico vacation? I know what that's like! Having moved to Mexico three times in the past few years, I have had to pack for Mexico - and its diverse landscapes - more than once. From white sand beaches and breezy mountains to charming pueblos...
Ultimate Tulum Itinerary: How to Spend Your Days in Tulum
Looking for the perfect Tulum itinerary? I gotchu! After traveling and living in Tulum for 3-4 months this past year, I was able to pull together quite a few itinerary options so that I could help out my sister came to visit. Whether you're going to spend 3, 5, or 7...
Inside Casa Na Bolom: The House Museum of Lacandon Culture
There are dozens of hidden gems here in San Cristobal, and one of our favorite discoveries so far is none other than the Casa Na Bolom Museum. Na Bolom, meaning "House of the Jaguar" is a historic house museum once owned by Danish archaeologist Frans Blom and Swiss...
How to Visit Zinacantán & the Indigenous Women’s Weaving Co-op
Zinacantan, Mexico is a Tzotzil Maya village in the Chiapas Highlands known for its traditional textiles and women's weaving cooperatives where you can observe the backstrap loom technique in action. Most often, Zinacantan is visited in combination with a day trip to...
How to Visit San Juan Chamula & Its Church of Syncretism & Sacrifice
San Juan Chamula is a place of the senses. In all my travels, there's rarely been such a destination that's shrouded in both a mesmerizing mystery and a powerful spirit of resistance as Chamula. But it's likely you've never even heard of this unassuming town, as it's...
13 Cutest Beach Towns & Destinations in Nayarit, Mexico
The stunning Riviera Nayarit features over 200 miles of nearly-untouched beaches and jungle on Mexico's Pacific Coast. That would be reason enough to visit, but what makes this stretch of land even more alluring is its charming beach towns, fishing villages, and...
The Ultimate Digital Nomad Guide to Mexico
Mexico is on the rise for becoming one of the top digital nomad hotspots in the world. While the most popular places for digital nomads in Mexico lie on the postcard-perfect Riviera Maya, there are many underrated cities in Mexico that are perfect for digital nomads...
Tulum Ruins Guide: How to Visit This Coastal Mayan Wonder
For a few years now, Tulum has been on everyone's Mexico bucket list thanks to its paradisiac beaches and boho-chic vibes. But the stunning Tulum ruins, perched cliffside overlooking the turquoise Caribbean coastline inside the Tulum National Park, is what sets this...