Sunset Sunday-Dreams Riviera Cancun

Archive | Mexico Travel RSS feed for this section

Sunset Sunday-Dreams Riviera Cancun

by Craig Zabransky on June 29, 2014 in Mexico Travel, Sunset Sunday

I pulled a cerveza from the in-room fridge and made my way down to the beach during the golden hour. I love putting my toes in the sand at sunset even if on the east coast of Mexico in the Riviera Maya. Sure, I might not see the sun itself dip below the horizon, but […]

Read full story • Comments { 3 }

A Dream World Cup Escape in Cancun, Mexico

by Craig Zabransky on June 9, 2014 in Destination, Events, Mexico Travel

Not heading all the way to Brazil to watch the World Cup Matches, but still want to escape? Perhaps you have just a few days to take off from work and want to experience the World Cup fiesta feel, but are afraid you might miss key matches if you travel. Well how about a caipirinha […]

Read full story • Comments { 11 }

Sunset Sunday-The Mayan Sunset at Xcaret

by Craig Zabransky on June 1, 2014 in Mexico Travel, Sunset Sunday

I visited Xcaret for the first time and spent the entire day inside the park. I originally expected Xcaret to be a Mayan focused theme park, a Mayan Disneyland per se, but it was more, much more. I toured the park and experienced up-close wildlife encounters, Mexican cultural exhibits, an amazing wine cellar (showcasing Mexican […]

Read full story • Comments { 12 }

The Cancun Spring Break Sunrise Surprise

by Craig Zabransky on March 30, 2014 in Mexico Travel, Sunset Sunday

Cancun is not known for its sunsets. Make no mistake, I am not saying you can’t enjoy the golden hour on the beach or appreciate nature’s beautiful display in the sky when visiting Cancun, Mexico – you can. In fact, one of the more popular sunsets from my guest post series is from Cancun – […]

Read full story • Comments { 5 }

Raicilla-Mexican Moonshine That Makes Me Happy

by Craig Zabransky on March 28, 2014 in Culture Thru Cuisine, Mexico Travel

On a recent trip to Puerto Vallarta and the Mexican state of Jalisco, I discovered a new spirit. Certainly most visitors selecting a holiday in Puerto Vallarta know its proximity to Tequila (the town) or they learn quickly. Tequila can be found most everywhere and in most varieties and price points, but on my last […]

Read full story • Comments { 7 }

Grandma Knows Best- Mexican Culinary Knowledge Transfer that Benefits Us All

by Craig Zabransky on March 25, 2014 in Culture Thru Cuisine, Mexico Travel

There was not a better sight at the FMGM conference in Acapulco. Nope. When, I obtained behind-the-scene access at the conference and walked around to watch the chefs prepare dishes in typical organized kitchen chaos, I noticed so many “grandmas” (abuelas) working. The food was destined to be delicious and I can tell you it […]

Read full story • Comments { 4 }

One of the World’s Largest Carnaval Celebrations – Mazatlan Mexico’s Carnanval in Photos

by Craig Zabransky on March 24, 2014 in Adventure Mindset, Events, Mexico Travel, Photo

Carnaval. It’s probably on your bucket list, right? Let’s face it, Carnaval is a must attend party. When we hear the word “Carnaval,” most of us fantasize about samba dancing in Rio de Janeiro, Mardi Gras and Fat Tuesday bead exchanges in New Orleans or masquerade parties in Venice, right? What about Mazatlan, Mexico? It […]

Read full story • Comments { 20 }

Sunset-Mazatlan-Pedro-Infante-cZabransky

Sunset Sunday – Riding off into the Sunset with Pedro Infante Cruz

by Craig Zabransky on March 23, 2014 in Mexico Travel, Sunset Sunday

Pedro Infante, one of Mexico’s most famous golden-age actors, appeared in 60 films and recorded over 350 songs. Known as Mexico’s Frank Sinatra, the actor was born in Mazatlan and his life is celebrated by the seaside Sinaloan city. There is the famous Pedro y Lola’s restaurant in Plaza Machado, and also a monument to […]

Read full story • Comments { 3 }

« Newer Entries

Older Entries »

Stay Adventurous | Mindset for Travel Blog