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Cabo san Lucas: The Dream Vacation.
Cabo San Lucas is known for its gorgeous views and hospitality. Whether it be that you’re going for a romantic get away with the one you love, or going to have a good time with some friends. There is something for e... moreCabo san Lucas: The Dream Vacation.
Cabo San Lucas is known for its gorgeous views and hospitality. Whether it be that you’re going for a romantic get away with the one you love, or going to have a good time with some friends. There is something for everyone.
In the heart of Mexico there are some of the most beautiful resorts. They even have beach front villas! How awesome would it be to wake up in the morning and look out of your bedroom window and see the ocean?! Or even see wedding ceremonies with beautiful roses and Spanish hats!
Mexico has several world class golf courses that have hard challenges and amazing views. The Professional Golfers Association tournament has called the area home since 1995, with a lot of big names in golf history gather yearly to play in the sun and enjoy the scenery. So it’s pretty legit.
I have always wanted to go sports fishing. What better place to do it than off of the pacific coast? Cabo is known for its marlin sports fishing. You could either rent a private charte... less
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The accommodations in Valle de Bravo can be quite expensive, especially if you are wanting to stay on the lake. the accommodations are not much cheaper in town either. If you stay on the lake you will be paying more for the atmosphere it provides and... more The accommodations in Valle de Bravo can be quite expensive, especially if you are wanting to stay on the lake. the accommodations are not much cheaper in town either. If you stay on the lake you will be paying more for the atmosphere it provides and not very luxurious accommodations. If you are on a tighter budget you should stay in town and check out Abierta Casa on Coliseo. At this case you will find four little rooms and one guest house for rent. The premises also offers movie nights, cafeteria styled food, and live music in the evenings. These rooms are very hard to get so you will need to reserve very far in advance. The price of the rooms here start at 400 pesos and can go as high as 600 pesos per night. The prices can double on the weekends so plan accordingly. They accept all major credit cards as payment. A wonderful place that many fall in love with due to its location is that of Mary Posada which is located on Independencia. The prices here are a bit more affordable. The singles with one level... less
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If you are in search of budget accommodations you will definitely want to stay away from the zocalo area where the rooms are on the more expensive side. You can find many deals and steals if you head over to Calle 44 where all the budget accommodatio... more If you are in search of budget accommodations you will definitely want to stay away from the zocalo area where the rooms are on the more expensive side. You can find many deals and steals if you head over to Calle 44 where all the budget accommodations can be found. Albergue / Hostel La Candelaria is located in the peaceful area of Parque La Candeleria which is located on the corner of Calle 44 and Calle 35. This building used to be a colonial mansion and has a very calming and feel of home. Many people end up staying a few nights over their planned visit because they feel so at home here. The rooms come with fans, and the facility has an outdoor kitchen as well as a Laundromat on the premises. You can choose to have a picnic in the garden of leaves or watch TV in the community center. Here you will get a free breakfast of fruit with each night you stay here. If you would like to get a bunk they will charge you 110 pesos a night or you may also reserve a private hotel room for 240 pesos a night. They only a... less
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Chultune
When you first walk into the ruins of Uxmal you will see a chultune that was famous in the Puuc Region. These are the cisterns they used to gather water in the dryer months of the year. This was water that was used by the city. The people h... moreChultune
When you first walk into the ruins of Uxmal you will see a chultune that was famous in the Puuc Region. These are the cisterns they used to gather water in the dryer months of the year. This was water that was used by the city. The people here had a heavy dependence on the underground rivers which are called ceonotes so that they could collect water here and take it back for use. The ceonotes here are a lot deeper than in other regions on the Baja peninsula. Because these ceonotes ran so deep it was necessary for the people to dig out reservoirs with limestone tools.
Piramide Del Mago
This pyramid is referred to as the pyramid of the magic man. They call this the pyramid of the magic man because it was built so fast. The tale is told that a little troll that was born from a witch egg and grew into an adult overnight. The way the King had answered was by telling them he was mad about being beaten in the earlier attempt so the small troll erected this pyramid overnight. Once the e troll fini... less
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One of the most heavily traffic areas of Las Tuxltlas is Catemaco. The population here is around 26,000 people. The entire landscape surrounds a beautiful lagoon. This little town is very famous for its brujeria and is a very magical place. If you go to t... moreOne of the most heavily traffic areas of Las Tuxltlas is Catemaco. The population here is around 26,000 people. The entire landscape surrounds a beautiful lagoon. This little town is very famous for its brujeria and is a very magical place. If you go to the lake you will find many wonderful private swimming areas, challenging hiking trails, plentiful fishing, lots of wildlife and it is all along this awesome gulf beach. In the cooler months this town remains very quiet but it rages with a high beat at the start of Semana Santa as well as the summer months that give a lot of celebration to Santa Carmen.
If you would like to travel to Catemaco you can get there on Mex 180 or by bus. From the bus station you should exit and take a right and you will walk until you see the welcome arches. If you walk beyond the arches for about ten minutes you will pass by a very beautiful Basilica. You may also choose to take the bus to San Andre which is about a half hour away and costs 10 pesos. There is another bus station... less
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You will find Matamoros like Brownsville, Texas as it is located across the river from there. The population in Matamoros is just under 500,000 and it is another hot and dusty desert town that has the same appeal as several other border towns. You wi... more You will find Matamoros like Brownsville, Texas as it is located across the river from there. The population in Matamoros is just under 500,000 and it is another hot and dusty desert town that has the same appeal as several other border towns. You will find Matamoros to be very vibrant with Mexican culture. You will hear a lot of Mexican music coming out of every type of store and restaurant here. You will feel the hustle and bustle of people as they strolling and out of the local establishments. In the 1970's Matamoros had quite a surge in business which led to the destruction of much of historical Matamoros Centro. In recent times there are several more modern restaurants, cafes and stores that now surround the plaza and marketplace.
If you desire to reach Matamoros you will have to cross the border in Brownsville Texas and drive to the International Bridge. You must pay 50 cents or five pesos to walk across the bridge. If you are wanting to go back to the us it will cost you $3 to cross back over t... less
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Yaxchilan Archaeological Zone
Between the borders of Mexico and Guatemala you will find the Yaxchilan ruins along the Rio Usemacinta. The Rio Usumacinta is Mexico’s grandest river. Epigraphers (people who study ancient inscriptions) from around the wo... moreYaxchilan Archaeological Zone
Between the borders of Mexico and Guatemala you will find the Yaxchilan ruins along the Rio Usemacinta. The Rio Usumacinta is Mexico’s grandest river. Epigraphers (people who study ancient inscriptions) from around the world have found this area of Maya ruins to be a gold mine. Archaeologists have uncovered carved lintels, altars, stairways covered in hieroglyphics and stelae. This find has been one of the largest of its kind. The Yaxchilan’s hieroglyphics were so extensive that it allowed archeologist to decipher the Maya writing system. It was very important to Yaxchilan’s rulers to document and legitimize their rule with major monuments.
Yaxchilan during the Classic era, was a dynamic and powerful city ruled by the t Jaguar dynasty. Its roots were traced by to A.D. 320 and it’s mighty ruler was Yat B’alam (Jaguar Penis). A.D. 435 is the earliest documented dates for his reign as documented in the monuments built. Yaxchilan’s highest regarded ruler was Izamnaaj B’alam ... less
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Papantla makes a great destination and has a population of 50,000 people. Papantla is found in a very green base area of the Sierra Madres. In the Sierra Madre Oriental, there is a lot of culture of the Totonacs. The city is situated 6 miles north of t... more Papantla makes a great destination and has a population of 50,000 people. Papantla is found in a very green base area of the Sierra Madres. In the Sierra Madre Oriental, there is a lot of culture of the Totonacs. The city is situated 6 miles north of the ruins called El Tajin. El Tajin was a very critical location to the Totonac in the classical period. The Totonacs had been beaten down by the Aztecs in the mid 1400's but the Totonaca were able to get them back by assisting Cortes on his way to Tenochtitlan. Post conquest the Spanish figured out that the city had an abundance of the vanilla flavoring so many people love today. The Spanish though it was crucial to tell the rest of the world about this delicious scent and taste. Papanlta is famous for being a place that sells a lot of vanilla to perfume producers. Papantla is primarily a Catholic region that also focuses an emphasis on the indigenous religions that also exist there. In the massive church of Papantla you can see a huge mural that shows how the ... less
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Poza Rica is more of an industrial town than that of a town rich with history, the population in Poza Rica is around 150,000 people. This town has one of the most high energy centers for oil in all of Mexico. You will see that the landscape is very g... more Poza Rica is more of an industrial town than that of a town rich with history, the population in Poza Rica is around 150,000 people. This town has one of the most high energy centers for oil in all of Mexico. You will see that the landscape is very green and lush however this town is more of a go between when traveling to Veracruz and Papantla. Many people also stop here on their way to visit the ruins of El Tajin. If you happen to have a bit of time here during your layover you should try to check out the MMCinema which is located within the Soriana Plaza. Here you will be able to see many recent American movies and it is quite inexpensive. You can see a daytime movie for 50 pesos, take advantage of that because in the US you can't see a movie for less than 12 dollars in American Movie theaters.
If you decide you would like to stay overnight while in Poza Rica then you will find there are some very reasonable and comfortable accommodations near the center on Cortines Road. If you need more detailed ... less
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Lacanja Chansayab
This small village used to really be a very obscure and not very visited area unless you wanted to have a mysterious jaunt through the Lacandon jungles. Today guides throw this destination into their travel itineraries on top of sites l... moreLacanja Chansayab
This small village used to really be a very obscure and not very visited area unless you wanted to have a mysterious jaunt through the Lacandon jungles. Today guides throw this destination into their travel itineraries on top of sites like Bonampak and Yaxchilan. This once small out of the way place that was rarely visited has grown today to something like a summer camp where all the indigenous peoples that live there are in one way shape or another involved in the tourism industry. The biggest contribution they make is by turning their homes and ranches into hotels and bed & breakfast type of establishments. There are also many village people that have become guides and started excursion companies. The competitive spirit between the people has in some cases taken over their traditional values. This is still an awesome place to visit purely because the sights are amazing, and the rainforest is like no forest you have ever seen and there are still some traditional and cultural experiences ... less
