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The Mexican Tequila Bandera – A Patriot’s Drink on Independence Day

The Mexican Tequila Bandera – A Patriot’s Drink on Independence Day

by on September 15, 2011 in Culture Thru Cuisine, Mexico Travel

No, actually, ‘Cinco de Mayo’ (May 5th) is not Mexican Independence Day, the celebration begins at 11pm on each and every September 15th. The reenactment of the cry (or scream) for independence, “El Grito,” takes places in most every Mexican village, town, and city. It’s a fiesta too. The Mexicans are patriotic. Actually, in all […]

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The Mayan Magic of Mexico and Me

The Mayan Magic of Mexico and Me

by on September 7, 2011 in Destination, Films, Mexico Travel

Recently I was asked the very difficult question, “What was your most memorable trip?” Too difficult to select just one, my answer is often, “well, it depends,” and then I rattle of a few destinations. But even with a long list of adventures worthy of a video, I needed to give Wanderfly one destination and one […]

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Sunset Sunday – The Surf of Rio Nexpa, Mexico

Sunset Sunday – The Surf of Rio Nexpa, Mexico

by on September 4, 2011 in Guest Post, Mexico Travel, Sunset Sunday

I met Adam in Mazatlán. We enjoyed the sun, surf, and seafood in the golden zone, talked about the future of tourism in Mexico, and shared a common appreciation for sunsets. And recently Adam had a memorable sunset moment in Rio Nexpa, Michoacan, Mexico and decided to share it here. I am glad he did. Adam tells […]

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Teōtīhuacān – Mexico’s Famous Pyramids

Teōtīhuacān – Mexico’s Famous Pyramids

by on August 31, 2011 in Destination, Mexico Travel

Tulum. Chichen Itza. Palenque. Coba. When people think of the ancient ruins in Mexico, most think about the Mayan culture (and the Mayan calendar). But, other cultures flourished in Mexico. Many of the ancient ruins from the other great civilizations can also be visited today. And I recommend a visit to the Pyramids of the Sun […]

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Surf, Sun, and Seafood in the Golden Zone of Mazatlán

Surf, Sun, and Seafood in the Golden Zone of Mazatlán

by on August 25, 2011 in Beach, Destination, Mexico Travel

Mazatlán can romance you with its Old Town and excite you with its excursions of adventure, but for many it’s simply the surf, sun, and seafood. And Mazatlán’s Golden Zone offers all three. Surf Class in the Golden Zone I always wanted to surf Mazatlán. I road tripped once form Mazatlan to San Blas to surf the waves of Nayarit, […]

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Stroll the Streets of Oaxaca

Stroll the Streets of Oaxaca

by on August 22, 2011 in Destination, Mexico Travel

A stroll or a walk through city streets tells the story. It can speak of the culture and the cuisine. It can provide clues about the past and even point to the future. Yes, the walk allows a visitor to survey the scene and learn about the locals. On my first free day in Oaxaca […]

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Sunset Sunday – San Blas, Nayarit, Mexico

Sunset Sunday – San Blas, Nayarit, Mexico

by on July 31, 2011 in Mexico Travel, Sunset Sunday

After two full days in San Blas, I booked the third night. The town still intrigued. And to celebrate I returned to the beach with my pen, journal and some pesos for a cerveza to watch the sunset.  I arrived and selected one of the popular talapas and ordered a Pacifico. My mission to watch the […]

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Four Ways to Appreciate the Charm of Mayan Ruins at Coba

Four Ways to Appreciate the Charm of Mayan Ruins at Coba

by on July 18, 2011 in Destination, Mexico Travel

The heavy rain arrived and a late breakfast was added to the itinerary after our first stop in Punta Laguna. We stopped just a few miles from the Mayan archaeological site of Coba and waited out the storm. After some eggs and tortilla the rain ceased.  We piled back into the van and continued to […]

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