Could Ajijic Mexico be the best place for retirees to live? We travelled to Ajijic Jalisco in Mexico for a house sitting assignment for 3 weeks in January 2017. After house sitting around Mexico, this was one area that we had yet to enjoy and we were looking forward to discovering this new town to find out why it was becoming so popular among ex-pat retirees. (Editor...
There are many things to do when you visit Chichen Itza in the Yucatan Peninsula Mexico. Chichén Itzá is one of the most beautiful sites of the Mayan Ruins. Our Chichen Itza travel guide will assist in planning your visit. When you travel to Chichen Itza some advance planning is required as it is not the easiest destination to travel to. The impressive Mayan city...
In the Chiapas State of Mexico, there is one dramatic place to visit that was created around the same time as the Grand Canyon on the Colorado River in the US – Sumidero Canyon (cañon del sumidero chiapas). It is a geological fault that is believed to have been formed millions of years ago. It is stunning and an incredible sight to see, no wonder it is the...
All we can say is what an interesting visit to Chamula and Zinacantan in Mexico was! San Juan Chamula and Zinacantan are two indigenous towns just outside San Cristobal de Las Casas in Chiapas State in Southern Mexico. The two could not be more different even though they are only 7 km away from one another. When you visit Mexico next and you are close to San...
San Cristobal de Las Casas in Chiapas State, Mexico, will always hold fond memories for us, not only for the people, but for our one night stay at one of the best hotels in San Cristobal de las Casas Hotel Villas Casa Morada San Cristobal. For location and comfort the Hotel Villas Casa Morada San Cristobal ticks all the boxes. (Editor Update 2021) This post may...
Have you heard of Tlaquepaque? If you have time and you are in the area or close by in Guadalajara we recommend that you pay a visit. Tlaquepaque, pronounced ‘lake-paki’ is in the Mexican state of Jalisco just outside Guadalajara. Its actual name is San Pedro Tlaquepaque. It is famous for its local colourful pottery and cobble stoned streets. We were...
Just 20 minutes from Guadalajara Airport is the enchanting town of Tlaquepaque and one of the best hotels in Tlaquepaque – La Villa Del Ensueno. If you want an alternative to staying in Guadalajara you should consider staying in Tlaquepaque. A beautiful colonial town with a lot of character and things to do. (Editor Update 2021) Read our article on what to do...
Guadalajara is Mexico’s second-largest city and a little off the usual tourist route. We were only visiting en route to the Pacific Coast. It had a reputation for being ‘edgy’ due to several issues with Mexico’s drug cartel a few years ago. What we found was impressive, a city that was putting its past behind and putting its best foot forward...
San Miguel de Allende Mexico Free Walking and Shopping Guide offers a fascinating blend of walking tours around the historic streets of San Miguel de Allende. This colourful town is a mixture of history, indigenous traditions and cosy courtyard shops, studios and many great restaurants. San Miguel de Allende Mexico is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. We spent six...
Our Guide on Top 5 Things to Do in Morélia México. Are you planning to visit Morelia? Our guide on the top 5 things to do in Morelia Michoacan Mexico. There are more, of course, we should have planned our visit better and stayed longer. What we are finding with towns in Mexico is that they are all special in their own way and offer the traveller a diverse and...
Are you visiting Guanajuato Mexico soon? Are you a lover of excellent Mexican cuisine, colourful architecture, historical buildings and breathtaking views? You have come to the right place, Guanajuato offers this and much more. Our Guanajuato Travel Guide will assist you in planning your travels. We share with you the best things to do in Guanajuato, where to stay...
Our top 5 things to do in Tepoztlan Mexico will have you wanting to return to this small colourful magical relaxed colonial town time and time again. Just an hour south of Mexico City DF this magical mystical cobblestoned street village captured our hearts. A town that we only heard of because we were on a house sitting assignment caring for the cutest three...
