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Thu
20
Oct '11

Puebla

Puebla is both a state of the nation of Mexico and the capital city of that state.  The city has a population of less than one and a half million, but the metropolitan area covers several other municipalities and the total population is over two million. Puebla was founded 16 April, 1531 and is thus [...]

Thu
20
Oct '11

Xalapa

Xalapa is the capital of Veracruz, a state of Mexico.  Xalapa has about 400,000 residents and is the second largest city in the state, behind the city of Veracruz.  It is located close to the center of the state of Veracruz.  Xalapa comes from Nahuatl roots for sand and water, and literally means water place.  [...]

Tue
18
Oct '11

Hotels in Puerto Vallarta

Puerto Vallarta has over a hundred hotels available.  There is a wide variety to meet almost every need.  From world class hotel complexes catering to every whim down to affordable and friendly places, Puerto Vallarta appreciates tourists. The Playa Fiesta Beachclub & Hotel is a well-reviewed hotel with reasonable rates and only twenty rooms.  This [...]

Thu
13
Oct '11

Oaxaca

Surrounded by rocky mountain terrain and a centralized valley, the natural scenery associated with the Eastern Sierra Madre and the Southern Sierra Madre ranges offers the magical backdrop for Oaxaca, one of numerous cities scattered about Mexico. Situated in the southern part of the country, Oaxaca also presents easy access to neighboring states, such as [...]

Thu
4
Aug '11

Hotels in Mexico City

As you explore the ins and outs of Mexico City, one of the most important aspects of a trip to the area is where head meets pillow. Throughout the city, an array of hotels is situated about the land to accommodate a wide range of personal tastes, budgets, and location preferences. While some tourists prefer [...]

Tue
2
Aug '11

Copper Canyon

Traveling to the Sierra Tarahumara, which is located in the southwestern section of Chihuahua, Mexico, you will come across the Copper Canyon region. Often compared to the Grand Canyon in the United States, visiting Copper Canyon brings you to a canyon system that is larger and deeper. Many tourists come to the area to take [...]

Mon
1
Aug '11

Coatepec

Situated in the central region of Veracruz, Mexico, you will come across the municipality of Coatepec, which is comprised of a wealth of interesting smaller communities, such as Pacho Viejo and Mahuixtlan. Throughout Mexico, the location of Coatepec has earned the recognition as being the “Capital of Coffee,” but tourists are hardly thinking about this [...]

Mon
1
Aug '11

Places to Visit in Veracruz, Mexico

Providing a travel destination filled with a deep history and friendly population, Veracruz, Mexico offers fresh air, beautiful scenery, and incredible weather to absorb. While other destinations are booming with museums and other historical landmarks to admire, Veracruz focuses more on the surroundings of a natural beauty that calms the nerves and soothes the soul. [...]

Sat
13
Feb '10

Things to Do in Mexico City

When planning a trip to Mexico City, you should know that there is a wealth of exceptional activities to participate in that shed light on the beauty, culture and uniqueness of this popular travel destination. Whether you enjoy visiting a variety of museums or have a love for exploring the ins and outs of natural [...]

Thu
4
Feb '10

Real de Catorce

Situated in the desert land of the Mexican state of San Luis Potosi, the high altitude and Catorce mountain range provides the backdrop for the town known as Real de Catorce. With a history that dates back to the early 1600s, the town was, for the most part, known for its prosperity in the mining [...]