This Easter we checked out Holbox Island — a great place for a family reunion as 10 of us headed there to enjoy the beaches of Holbox.
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Las Estacas
Las Estacas is a wonderful one-day escape from Mexico City. It’s a natural, lazy river with deep plunges you can jump into, swimming pools, camping or cabins. My husband lived in Mexico City for three years when he was a pre-teen, and one of his fondest memories is of Las Estacas. Back then there was …
Chiapas
Nine day tour through the jungle of Chiapas, touring archeological sites, walking in the jungle, boat rides, waterfall swims and more.
Mercado Jamaica
Mercado Jamaica has everything you need — fruit, vegetables, flowers, housewares — but my favourite time to go is in October and December when the decorations are out!
Day of the Dead
Dia de los Muertos is a special time throughout Mexico and one not to be missed! Here is a list of our favourite things to do, updated for 2023.
Oaxaca City in 4 days
Oaxaca is an ideal long weekend trip, especially for a couples or girls weekend away for shopping and eating.
Las Estacas
Las Estacas is a wonderful one-day escape from Mexico City. It’s a natural, lazy river with deep plunges you can jump into, swimming pools, camping or cabins. My husband lived in Mexico City for three years when he was a pre-teen, and one of his fondest memories is of Las Estacas. Back then there was …
Malinalco
Malinalco is a Pueblo Magico just under two hours from Mexico City, making it the perfect getaway for a day trip or short long weekend. I really loved Malinalco — the weather was warm, the people were friendly, the food was amazing, oh, and there was a (smallish) hike! I really feel it has something …
Playa San Agustinillo
We loved our week-long stay in the Huatulco area, on the Oaxacan coast in the small town of San Agustinillo. The perfect beachtown getaway.
Tepoztlán
Tepoztlán is a Pueblo Magico just 85 km south of CDMX. In an hour and a half drive you will arrive to a cute town full of great restaurants, hiking and markets to enjoy. I really miss a good hike on a holiday, so this town was high on our list! The first day we …