| Mexico
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A
Quick Overview of Mexico by Orson Johnson
A country of great diversity,
Mexico is the traveller's paradise. A unique mix of cultures means that
Mexico can cater for all tastes. From deserts to volcanoes, ancient ruins
to modern resorts, Mexico has something for every tourist... |
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Add
Spice To Your Life With Mexican Food by Chris McCarthy
One of the finest cuisines
that satiate the gastronomic desires of people worldwide is Mexican food.
Mexican food refers to a style of food that originated from Mexico. You
will love Mexican cuisine due to its varied flavours, grand decoration
and its enticing spicy taste... |
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Collecting
Mexican Folk Art 101 by Sheila Hull-Summers
I love Mexican folk art!
Whenever possible, I try to buy it directly from the artisans who create
it. The pieces that speak to me, I keep and add to my own collection. The
others, I share with family and friends as gifts, or sell to other collectors
and home decor aficionados... |
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Great
sights when you travel to Mexico by Andrew Tan Eng Chuan
Mexico is a hub of different
interests and cultures. People who travel to Mexico will witness many rich
and diverse cultures and entertainment. From museums and opera houses to
idyllic beach resorts, travelers in Mexico will definitely not ask for
anything more... |
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Mexican
Celebrations by Richard Monk
When people think of Mexican
celebrations, they often think of Cinco de Mayo. My friend, there are many
more Mexican celebrations to enjoy than just this celebration of a military
victory over the French... |
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Speak
Spanish - That Should be Your Goal!
Can you Speak Spanish? How
long have you been studying Spanish? Between high school classes, college
classes and you own efforts you could easily have a couple years already
under your belt. During this time you have likely built up a good Spanish
vocabulary, along with a basic understanding of Spanish verb conjugation.
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The
History of Tequila by Don Tekela
The history of tequila began
with the Aztec people making a fermented beverage from the agave plant
which they called octli (later and more popularly called pulque). This
occurred long before the Spanish arrived in 1521. Then, in the 16th century
when the Spaniards arrived in Mexico, the Conquistadors brought the process
of distillation with them and the people of Tequila were quick to put it
to good use.... |
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The
Roots of the Cinco de Mayo Holiday by Richard Monk
Cinco de Mayo is a Mexican
holiday celebrated each and every year. Known as El Cinco de Mayo, the
holiday is based on an event, not the independence of the country... |
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Traveling
To Mexico? Be Sure To Understand The New Travel Requirements
by Jon
Making plans to travel to
Mexico this year? Is a Mexico family vacation in your future, or are you
looking to take a little time for rest and relaxation on the sandy white
beaches of Cancun or Puerto Vallarta? Well, your timing is right. It promises
to be another fantastic year south of the border for all of the major Mexico
resort hot spots! In fact, 16 million Americans will probably visit Mexico
this year... |
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| Acapulco
(Guerrero) |
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Acapulco
Has It All by Caitlin Moore
Primarily known as a spring
break destination for students looking to smother all signs of stress for
a few days, Acapulco isn't always just a playground for pre-adults. Depending
on the time of year and the way you plan things, a trip to Acapulco can
be relaxing, refreshing, or as raucous as you want... |
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| Baja
Peninsula |
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The
magic of the south of the Baja Peninsula by Christian Erick
Lopez
Baja is a pristine world
class destination, a mix of mysticism, magic, warm people and amazing views
that can only be seen where the desert meets the sea. Definitely
the south of the Baja peninsula has most of this characteristics and you
are about to discover some of the places where you can find them... |
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Five
Tips for a great visit to Tijuana by Harold Par
Tijuana is the self proclaimed
"most visited city in the world." Since the 1920s tourists have poured
over the border 20 minutes South of San Diego to get a taste of Mexico.
The city has seen a sharp increase in violent crime in recent years and
as a result tourism has dropped. However, thousands of day trippers still
cross the border each month to enjoy the tacos and haggle in the shops.
Here are five tips to help make your next visit to Tijuana a smooth one.... |
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| Cabo
San Lucas / San Jose del Cabo |
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San
Jose del Cabo Vacations by Caitlin Moore
From Spanish military outpost
to vacation destination extraordinaire, San Jose del Cabo has long been
providing an attractive and intriguing place to stop in for a visit. .. |
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Visiting
Cabo San Lucas by Jason A. Martin
Cabo San Lucas is well known
among vacationers. While it's not heavily populated, it's heavily visited.
Cabo San Lucas is located on the coast of the southern tip of Baja California,
Mexico.... |
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| Cancun |
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A
Day In The Life Of A Vacationer In Cancun by Justin Burch
Unlike any other city in
Mexico, Cancun truly offers the best of both worlds. No other city can
claim the unique distinction of being a glamorous, modern resort destination
right in the middle of the ancient Mayan kingdom and vibrant nature of
the Yucatan Peninsula... |
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How
To Relax And Revive In Cancun by Justin Burch
You probably already know
about Cancun’s reputation as a tropical beach paradise, complete with luxurious
resorts and decadent nightclubs. What you may not know is that when the
party is over, relaxation options are not limited to merely sunbathing
or shopping for trinkets. From sightseeing to spa treatments, Cancun’s
Mayan heritage colors all aspects of the area’s recreation and relaxation... |
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Tourism
Is Back In Full Swing In Cancun, Mexico by Jon
Cancun is back, better than
ever! Over a hundred Mexico resorts have reopened and the state tourism
minister predicts Cancun will draw as many visitors in 2006 as it did two
years ago. And the travel deals are great! If you haven’t been, now may
be the best time to take a vacation to Cancun... |
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Taking
Advantage Of Your Concierge In Cancun by Justin Burch
Travelers often dismiss
concierges as meaningless middlemen. Yet, when vacationing in Cancun, your
hotel concierge can supply you a world of information and opportunity.
These jacks-of-all-trades can be found at most resorts and know Cancun
as well as anyone. While some concierges may have more valuable connections
than others, any one of these hotel professionals can provide invaluable
tips for your stay. Best of all, their assistance and advice are free of
charge... |
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Travel
To Cancun: The Ultimate All-Inclusive Vacation Destination
by Frank Johnson
Cancun is Mexico's premier
resort destination, far outshining the role that Acapulco had once played
for North America's top holiday vacation nation. If images of white sand
beaches, clear blue water, jet skiing, scuba diving and lounging by the
pool aren't enough of a draw, add to that image sensational nightclubs
with larger than life shows and a plethora of ancient Mayan ruins and you
have a sense of what the Cancun experience is all about... |
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| Colima
(Manzanillo) |
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Scuba
Diving While Vacationing in Mexico by Christos Varsamis
Millions of Americans schedule
a Mexico vacation. If you are interested in scheduling a vacation in Mexico,
or you already have, you may be wondering what you can do while on vacation.
In Mexico, there are an unlimited number of activities that you may find
exciting. One of those activities may include scuba diving... |
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| Guanajuato |
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Guanajuato:
A New Restaurant In Town by Douglas Bower
For the past three and a
half years, I've been waiting for a restaurant to come along that would
prove, once and for all, that Guanajuato, Mexico, does not lack fine cuisine.
Guidebooks say Guanajuato does not have any good restaurants. Now, I can
put a stop to this nonsense once and for all--I hope... |
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Guanajuato:
Mexican Free Zones by Douglas Bower
Years ago when my wife and
I pulled up roots in America and moved to Guanajuato, Mexico, I began telling
everyone who would listen that San Miguel de Allende was well on its way
to Guanajuato. Mexicans as well as American Expats shook their heads and
clicked their tongues at me. No one believed the expatriate debacle that
has overtaken San Miguel de Allende could ever, in a million years, come
to Guanajuato.... |
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| Mayan
Riviera (Riviera Maya)- Quintana Roo |
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Mexico's
Mayan Riviera Has Something For Everyone
Playa del Carmen and the
Mayan Riviera have an exceptional variety of attractions and activities
from the Mayan ruins at Tulum to the Playa del Carmen nightlife. You will
love your Mexico vacation.... |
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| Mexico
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As
'the largest city in the world' Mexico City has more than a bit of excitement
in store for you by Andrew Regan
With 25 million inhabitants,
Mexico City is the largest city in the world; it's therefore no surprise
that it has so much to offer - from intriguing modern attractions to a
variety of ancient cultural wonders.... |
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Hello
From Mexico City - Part 5 - Exploring The Paseo De La Reforma, The Bosque
De Chapultepec And A Nice Evening In San Angel by Susanne
Pacher
This morning another wonderful
Mexican breakfast was in store: Vanessa had made "tlacoyos con nopales"
(fried dough covered with fruits of the prickly pear cactus and melted
cheese on top) which I really enjoyed. Around 9:30 we got going and Vanessa's
sister dropped us off, right in front of the Angel de la Independencia,
a monument erected in 1910 to commemorate independence from Spain, on the
Paseo de la Reforma... |
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| Morelos
- Cuernavaca |
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Mexico
2006 - My Cultural Immersion Experiment by Susanne Pacher
I had been to Mexico twice
before, once many years ago in Manzanillo, and more recently in 2003 in
Puerto Vallarta. Essentially both of these vacations were typical tourist
experiences and ever since I got the taste for real discovery, starting
with my Cuba trip last year, I have wanted to discover new places by immersing
myself, getting to know the locals, even studying the language to really
get a good feel for the country and its people... |
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| Oaxaca |
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Motorcycle
Diary --- Cycling in Oaxaca, Mexico by Alvin Starkman
My longtime passion for
riding a motorcycle took a twenty year hiatus until taking up residency
in Oaxaca. I ignored the foreshadowing and warnings. While my story pales
compared to the epic journey of Ché Guevara popularized in the film
Motorcycle Diaries, there is a tale to be told, with observations and advice
for those with such suicidal ideations.... |
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| Playa
del Carmen (Mayan Riviera) |
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Playa
del Carmen by Sara Moen
Playa del Carmen is located
on the Mexican Caribbean coast, 40 miles south of Cancun. This area, known
as the Mayan Riviera, is an ideal destination for weddings, honeymoons
or just to relax in a gorgeous setting.... |
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Playa
del Carmen - A True Gem in the Riviera Maya by Sara Moen
Originally named Xaman-Ha
(waters of the north) Playa del Carmen is part of the Mayan World. Located
on the crystal blue waters of the Mexican Caribbean, Playa del Carmen is
just 40 miles (60 kms.) south of Cancun. Playa, as it is known as to locals,
is the perfect spot from which to explore the fascinating sites of The
Mayan Riviera.... |
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Wedding
Romance in Playa del Carmen by Richard Rspad
Mexico has incredible beaches,
particularly in the area known as the Riviera on the Caribbean coast. Following
your wedding, Playa del Carmen is a perfect romantic getaway... |
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| Puerto
Vallarta (Jalisco) |
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Exploring
Old Town In Puerto Vallarta by Justin Burch
Most visitors to Puerto
Vallarta are familiar with the beaches and resorts of the Hotel Zone and
Marina Vallarta. Yet, many tourists overlook historic Viejo Vallarta, the
most authentically Mexican section of this amazing city. Here you can experience
a true ‘South of the Border’ environment with a friendliness not known
in the more tourist-dominated areas... |
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Mexico
Beaches - Puerto Vallarta and Ensenada by Rick Chapo
With shores on two oceans,
Mexico is a beach lover's paradise. Here's a primer on three of the beach
areas, Puerto Vallarta and Ensenada.. |
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Puerto
Vallarta by Sharon Stajda
Puerto Vallarta Is a wonderful
Mexican city that is fronted by the blue Pacific Ocean, and backed by the
lush, green tropical Sierra Madre Mountains. The people are friendly and
charming, always helpful and accommodating. The minute you set foot in
Puerto Vallarta, you will relies you have arrived at a truly beautiful
and unique place... |
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The
Beaches Of Puerto Vallarta by Justin Burch
The beaches in and around
Puerto Vallarta may be the most diverse in Mexico. Located at the midpoint
of Banderas Bay, the area surrounding Puerto Vallarta boasts 34 miles of
coastline, 26 of which are sandy beaches. Within the city, the beaches
are elegant and pristine, bordered by restaurants and resorts. Beaches
to the north of the city tend to be longer and wider, with great opportunities
for surfing and swimming. South of Puerto Vallarta, the mountains topple
into the sea in places, creating placid coves and intimate sandy pockets... |
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Visit
Puerto Vallarta by Hallidae Thomason
The best benefit of my job
as a journalist is that I often get to travel to write for magazines and
travel websites. I love nothing more than packing a suitcase and heading
off to somewhere unknown with the goal being to explore and learn about
the location and the culture. In the past year, I have traveled to a fair
number of places, but none have matched the beauty of Puerto Vallarta.... |
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| Querétaro |
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The
10,000 And One Reasons We Live In Mexico by Douglas Bower
When my wife and I moved
to Guanajuato, Mexico as forty-something American expats, we had a list
of reasons for doing so. The list has been growing incrementally since
moving here. I want to share an incident that caused that list to increase
by one more reason. I think the list is now at 10,001 reasons why we now
live in Mexico. For our 24th wedding anniversary (that's right, we are
Americans and have been married for that long), we went on a little trip
to a city in Central Mexico called Querétaro.... |
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| Sinaloa
(Mazatlán) |
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Mexico's
Lake El Salto Is A Bass Fishing Heaven - Follow These Tips To Your Next
Double Digit Catch! by Dean Caporella
In the bass fishing world,
a trip to Mexico is a must and if you want to almost guarantee yourself
a certain catch, then Lake El Salto should be your first port of call.
Why? Well, Lake El Salto has developed a reputation as just about the best
bass fishing lake in the world, and for good reason! |
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