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Mexico

What it’s Like to Travel Now? My Own Update.

What it’s Like to Travel Now? My Own Update.

Wondering what it’s like to travel internationally now? Here’s my report from my recent trip to Playa Mujeres and Cancun, Mexico.  I opted for this destination because it’s quick, easy, and the only country that makes it easy for Americans

Eva May 28, 2021May 28, 2021 Mexico, Trip Planning, Trip Reports No Comments Read more

You Say You Want Undiscovered, Uncrowded Places?

Whale Sharks, fish and blue water

Visit La Paz and Baja Sur Before the Crowds When most people think of Baja, they think of Cabo San Lucas, San Jose del Cabo and the busy tourist corridor between them. But there’s a more peaceful, undiscovered side to Baja,

Eva March 5, 2021March 12, 2021 Destinations, Food, Wine, Craft Beer and Spirits, Mexico No Comments Read more

Top Ten Ruins to Visit

Volubilis, Morocco Roman ruins

In 1992, I took an excursion that changed the way I travel forever. Instead of spending another day moving between the lounge chairs at my Cancun hotel’s pool or beach, I took the Mayaland bus to Chichen Itza. At that time there was

Eva February 13, 2019February 13, 2019 Culture, Destinations, Europe, Mexico, Ruins Worldwide, Solo Travel No Comments Read more

Haciendas, Tequila and Mysterious Ruins near Guadalajara

Enchiladas with Mole, Green and Red salsa

A Brief Visit to Hacienda El Carmen, the Fortaleza Distillery and the Ruins of Guachimontones. When most people think of Mexico, they think of beaches, seaside resorts, and fabulous food. The real treasures of Mexico can be found inland, in

Eva April 10, 2018April 10, 2018 Destination Weddings, Destinations, Food, Wine, Craft Beer and Spirits, Honeymoons, Mexico, Solo Travel, Trip Reports No Comments Read more

Shopping: What to Buy on Mexico’s Yucatan Peninsula

Mexican Embroidered Shirts

Buying at the source and finding regional craft specialties Like the food, craft items in Mexico are regional and the three states that make up the Yucatan peninsula: Quintano Roo, Yucatan, and Campeche are renowned for particular specialties. The most

Eva August 5, 2014March 16, 2015 Destinations, Mexico, Shopping No Comments Read more

Top 10 Non-Beach Places to Explore on Mexico’s Yucatan Peninsula

Merida Mansions

I’m still not sure what prompted me to get up from my Cancun lounge chair to make the lengthy bus voyage to Chichen Itza on my first trip to the Yucatan in the early 90s. At that time, vacation meant

Eva May 11, 2014March 16, 2015 Destinations, Mexico No Comments Read more

Campeche’s Colorful Colonials

Colorful colonial houses, Campeche

Campeche, the Yucatan Peninsula’s UNESCO world heritage city that is virtually unknown outside of Mexico, is one of the most beautiful cities I’ve ever visited. The historic center features narrow streets lined with meticulously preserved colonial buildings, surrounded by walls built to keep

Eva May 3, 2014May 5, 2014 Destinations, Mexico Read more

The Real Dangers Of Mexico For Travelers

Costa Maya coast at Xcalak

Unless you plan to join the cartel, become a high-ranking Mexican military or police officer before your next vacation, your chance of encountering danger is slim…. At least once a year, I go to Mexico. And, I’m not dead. Before every

Eva May 3, 2014May 5, 2014 Destination Research, Destinations, Mexico Read more

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