One of the first cities to be declared free from Spanish rule during the Mexican War of Independence, you'd be hard-pressed to find a colonial city in Mexico more beautiful and well-preserved than San Miguel de Allende. This guide covers what to see and do, the best places to eat and drink, and other useful things to know.
While there’s absolutely nothing wrong with hitting all the major points of interest, the real allure of Guanajuato can wholly be felt outside on the streets – along narrow cobblestone alleyways, in the midst of a bustling food market, in calm little green spaces. It’s here in the ordinary places of the city where one can truly appreciate the details.
Although Guanajuato has long passed the point of being an 'off-the-beaten-track' destination, it's striking architecture and unusual attractions keep this one-of-a-kind city right at the top of the list for Mexico-bound travelers looking for an alternative to the all-inclusive resort towns along the coastline. There is plenty to explore and discover - here are some essential things to do for a first-time visitor.
In a place where time seems to pass a little more slowly, where the locals are unpretentious and laid back, where happy hour is an all-day affair, where you're free to roam naked on the beach and feel the rush of the strong Pacific Ocean against your bare skin, it's all too easy never to want to leave. At least, that's how I felt about Zipolite, a tiny beach bum town in the Mexican state of Oaxaca.
Mexico-bound travelers who are looking to get off the well-beaten gringo path only need to head a few hours south of Cancun to Costa Maya, a less developed area that is slowly blossoming into the Yucatan’s new vacation hot spot. But it won't last forever. Here are some reasons why you should visit Costa Maya now, as well as some important information for making the most of your visit.