Category: North America
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Two weeks in Mexico: cities, street art and white-sand beaches
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I’ll start by saying that Mexico is massive. It has everything from glittering cities to ancient ruins, white-sand beaches to brightly-coloured street art. Although it’s impossible to “do” Mexico (or any country) in a short trip, read on for some ideas about how to spend two weeks in Mexico to…
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Holbox: the quieter option on Mexico’s Yucatán peninsula
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Most people who have researched beach holidays in Mexico will have heard of Cancún or Tulum, perhaps as locations for American bachelorette parties. Islands nearby include Cozumel and Isla Mujeres. All of these locations are beautiful. But they do have reputations as being rather party-and-nightlife-focused. What if you still want…
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Mezcal: Oaxaca’s signature drink, worms and all
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I had not heard of mezcal before I visited Oaxaca but it’s a core aspect of Oaxacan identity. Mezcal is a spirit similar to tequila in taste and strength but the culture of mezcal is unique. Mezcal’s cultural heritage Almost all of Mexico’s mezcal is produced in and around Oaxaca,…
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When in Mexico: six reasons to visit Oaxaca
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Oaxaca is the epitome of all things Mexican. With bright colour and palpable energy all around, you should not skip this picture-postcard city. But why specifically should you visit Oaxaca? Read on for six reasons to add Oaxaca to your Mexico itinerary. 1. Colours Oaxaca makes most other places pale…
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How to visit Teotihuacán from Mexico City
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Mexico’s ancient civilisations are a key part of its history so it’s essential to see an ancient city whilst you’re here. A trip to Teotihuacán is an ideal day out from Mexico City. What is Teotihuacán? Teotihuacán is an ancient city dating from before the Aztecs. At one point in…
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Mexico City: the basics
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Mexico City is a sprawling, perpetually lively city. Home to 22 million people, it’s a hub of activity and excitement and you won’t experience a single dull moment. What you do in Mexico City will depend on your own interests. There is so much to do there that you have…
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Unpopular opinion: non-bookworms can skip Guadalajara
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Guadalajara was UNESCO World Book Capital in 2022. Indeed, it has a lot of bookshops, many in innovative settings such as former warehouses. Many of them are clustered around one area and it’s worth wandering around them for an hour or two when you’re in Guadalajara. But my unpopular opinion…
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Guadalajara as UNESCO World Book Capital 2022: how books contribute to peace
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Guadalajara was named UNESCO World Book Capital in 2022. Its theme was how books contribute to peace. Guadalajara as a city When I arrived in Guadalajara, it did not seem like a place which would focus on something as peaceful as books. This is simply because it’s not a peaceful…