Luxury on the Riviera Maya: How to Have a Relaxing Yet Adventurous Vacation in Tulum
It’s no secret that Mexico is known worldwide for its stunning beach escapes. While most people looking to book a Mexican beach holiday look to places like Cancún, Playa del Carmen, or Cabo San Lucas, we’re recommending you look to Tulum for its laid-back luxury with a bohemian vibe. This once-sleepy beach town nestled along the Caribbean coast has quickly emerged as a global luxury hotspot that’s known for its eco-friendly elegance. From lounging in private beach cabanas with your toes buried in glistening soft white sand or indulging in gourmet beachside dining, Tulum offers the perfect mix of relaxed vibes and upscale experiences including booking into luxury wellness retreats. Join us as we explore how to enjoy Tulum at its finest, from lavish accommodations to peaceful spa treatments, all set against the backdrop of one of Mexico’s most picturesque coastlines.
read moreTips, Tricks, and Secrets – Consider These 5 Things As a Digital Nomad in Mexico
Upping sticks and moving your digital nomad career to Mexico is going to be on the bucket list of plenty of people who love this lifestyle.
But as with any new country, there are things to know before you go which will make the transition smoother. Take the following tips onboard, and you’ll be set up for success in this sunny nation.
read moreFive Chef Included Punta Mita Villa Rentals offer Savory Mexican Food Culture to Delight!
Culture is neither to read a lot nor to know a lot – it is to experience a lot! This is especially true when experiencing the culinary delights available in Punta Mita villa rentals. Food is vital to your trip to the Bay of Banderas area. Sharing the culinary dishes of this area gives you a better understanding of everything in Mexico.
For this reason, many of our Punta Mita vacation rentals include the services of an experienced chef who will delight your senses with spectacular meals, drinks, and appetizers. To say that you can experience Mexico through its food may be a bold statement, but understand that food is a massive part of the culture. Through its food, communities and families gather, enjoy each other’s company, and forge legacies.
read moreNature Tourists Can Have a Wild Time Too: Wildlife to See in Cancun
Cancun is known for it’s wild vacations; typically for its tequila-feuled days, and dancing on table tops by night; the nightlife and party resorts have long drawn crowds looking for a loose time.
Though for those who aren’t sleeping off a hangover during the day, Mexico’s biggest party destination is an ecotourism delight; surrounded by lush parks, verdant jungles, and waters teeming with life, Cancun is a fantastic base for encountering actual wildlife.
Part of the Riviera Maya / Yucatán Peninsula, prolific for mammals, repitiles and amphibians, Cancun has a rich variety of animals which live throughout its surrounding jungles, savannahs, coral reefs, and coastal lagoons. From turtles nesting on the white sand beaches, to iguanas sunbathing on the rocks, and whale sharks swimming offshore, you might think of Cancun as a party destination, but nature tourists can have a wild time too!
read moreHow to Get From Mexico City to Oaxaca
Many travelers to Mexico start out in the country’s capital Mexico City. The city’s historic center is designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site and offers up a number of major attractions, and makes a great base for exploring important sites around Central Mexico.
But not too far from Mexico City is another one of the nation’s most popular tourist destinations: Oaxaca City.
Also known as Oaxaca de Juárez, Oaxaca City is located in the state of Oaxaca in central southern Mexico. The region is home to lesser known indigenous pre-Columbian civilizations like the Zapotec and Mixtec, and, much like historic Mexico City, is recognized by UNESCO and has become known as the culinary capital of the country.
Oaxaca City may only be five-hour-drive or hour flight from Mexico City, but it’s a world away in terms of culture and feel. While Mexico City is packed with nearly nine million residents, Oaxaca City’s population only numbers around 300,000.
Explore archeological sites like Monte Albán, natural wonders like Hierve el Agua, and many beautiful colonial-era buildings. Add to this markets filled with beautiful handicrafts and popular annual festivals such as Day of the Dead and the indigenous cultural event known as Guelaguetza.
Read on to discover how easy it is to get to Oaxaca from Mexico City and learn more reasons why you should include this fascinating region to your next Mexican itinerary.
read moreWhat to Pack for a Trip to Latin America
Latin America is a HUGE region with many different climates and ecosystems that neighbor each other, so we don’t blame you if you’re feeling overwhelmed by the impossibility of what to pack.
One day you could be sunbathing in Colombia and the next trekking through a rainforest in Peru – with 20 different states and territories, Latin America makes up nearly 13% of the Earth’s total land surface area!
So, how can you pack for such a diverse continent in one backpack? Read on for our top packing tips for your upcoming Latin / South America trip.
read more5 Tips for Your Next Summer Trip to Mexico
Because of its pristine beaches, year-round warm weather, rich culture and relative affordability, Mexico has proven itself a tourism juggernaut.
Some head there for the all-inclusive resort experiences dotted along the coasts, some travel just south of the US border for a little North Mexican flair, and others prefer to make their way inland to soak in the modern Mexican, and traditional Aztec culture.
But, if you read the travel message boards, a few common complaints persist about traveling in Mexico. Paying too much for flights, packing the wrong clothes, getting sick, or coming up against the language barrier – these are a few of the usual quibbles travelers return with.
In order to address those concerns, and to make the most out of your next summer trip to Mexico, here are five tips you can follow.
read more3 Things You Should Experience in Cabo
Set on the southern tip of the Baja Peninsula, and an easy two hour flight from Los Angeles, Cabo San Lucas has long been the destination of choice for a quintessential Mexican beach vacation.
With white beaches, spectacular arching stone cliffs, and a location where golden desert meets the shimmering sea, Cabo is firm favorite among surfers, divers and hikers, and with a coastline that stretches from the Sea of Cortez to the Pacific Ocean, Los Cabos is also a hot destination for the foodie.
Thinking of taking a trip to Cabo? The following are three absolute must-dos.
read more7 Kayaking Spots Around the World for Beginners
So you love being on the water, and always admired others who enjoy getting out on their own and kayaking away. But perhaps you’re worried that you’ll find yourself paddling around in circles for most of your day.
Even if you have never kayaked, there is no need to fret: there are plenty of fabulous spots for kayaking beginners all over the world. And the great news is that kayaking is a great sport for any beginner to learn.
It’s relatively simple to pick up kayaking, and this is a great way to get close to nature, and access remote sightseeing that you wouldn’t usually be able to enjoy on land.
The following are the best kayaking spots around the world for beginners. If you find yourself in one of these destinations, consider renting a kayak!
read moreTop Places to Travel for Exceptional Underwater Life
Experiencing underwater life never ceases to inspire and amaze. Offering an entirely different pace, human beings have long been enchanted by the blue silence, surrounded by marine life.
It is true that some of the coolest places on the planet are under water. There are hotels, shipwrecks, temples, museums, restaurants and other underwater sites around the world that are worth diving and snorkeling for.
While the list of exceptional underwater experiences seems as endless as the great depths of the sea, we’ve put together our favorites; some the top sites to don a full face snorkel mask and explore underwater life.
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