Your complete guide to traveling Mexico. Explore articles on beaches, cities, ancient ruins, food tours, safety tips, and budget advice from Mexicanist.
Chihuahua
The Palacio de Gobierno in Chihuahua City has a complex history, serving as a prison and military hospital, notably for independence leaders like Miguel Hidalgo who was executed there in 1811, before being rebuilt into the neoclassical architectural marvel it is today.
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Forget predictable beach trips; Mexico boasts 14 sizzling city escapes packed with culture, incredible food, and vibrant urban adventures that offer a far more authentic and exciting getaway.
Cancun
Cancun ramps up daily cleaning of its 7 Blue Flag beaches for Holy Week tourists. Mayor ordered pristine conditions, tackling sargassum and trash. Officials urge visitors to follow rules and keep shores clean.
Morelos
Escape the sizzle in Morelos: Tehuixtla river offers cool relief and cheap eats, but currents can be killer.
Oaxaca
Violence rocks Oaxaca: 9 missing tourists found dead, 5 men killed on highways. Tourism sector fears cancellations in Huatulco and other spots. Promoter downplays events, insists area is safe, urging visitors to come.
Ensenada
Over 120 events (whales, wine, races) lure ~260k visitors (MX/US), driving huge economic gains (>332M pesos in Q1). Baja city bets on non-stop action to become a year-round party destination and economic powerhouse.
Yucatan
Telchac, Mexico aims to become a regional hub with a new helipad and business center project by Grupo Vega Consultores. The initiative seeks to attract investment and boost tourism in the southeast.
Yucatan
Chichen Itza Airport eyes growth as a tourism and private aviation hub. It aims to boost operations, especially in medical tourism and cargo, and anticipates scheduled "Aerus" flights by 2025. Pilot training is also key.