In the Bahía Magdalena (Magdalena Bay), whale-watching excursions offer an intimate look at nature. The Fronteras’ journalism staff easily spotted about a dozen whales and calves on one expedition while whale watching in Mexico. Among the whales that travelers can spot in the area, California Gray Whales… are abound and can be observed sticking their heads up in the air or displaying their tail fins while diving. If you’re lucky, one will actually pull up to the side of a boat.
MexicoToday caught up with a young tourist in Mexico City. She talked about her favorite things to do in Mexico, how much she loves Mexican… street food, and some of her favorite Mexican locations, including Chapultepec Park.
Mazatlán, Mexico is one of the premier locations for Mexican cuisine and culture. Known mostly for its wide variety of seafood and local fruits, Mazatlán has been one of the most popular Mexican tourist spots for years. However, recently tourists during the spring break period have… begun to flock to Cancun or Cabo San Lucas. Mazatlán, nonetheless, has some of the best dining experiences, outdoor activities, and views in all of Mexico. Tourists can enjoy golfing, sport fishing, harbor cruising, and visiting historically significant colonial sites. Named after the Nahuatl word signifying “place of the deer”, Mazatlán was founded by Spanish and Indian settlers in the 1500s. Mazatlán is located on the Pacific Coast, approximately 16 miles from the Ocean and 275 miles northwest of Puerto Vallarta.
San Miguel de Allende, Mexico is revered as one of the most lavish and varied communities in all of Mexico. Known for its beautifully extravagant architecture,… quaint cobblestone streets, rich cultural traditions, and pleasant weather, San Miguel de Allende, Mexico is also celebrated as an apex of art, literature, fashion, and photography. During World War II, American art students flocked to the Allende Institute and the Ignacio Ramírez "El Nigromante" Cultural Center. The Allende Institute gave individuals the ability to study and create art in peace during a time of war. Today, the amount of small boutiques, textile shops, galleries, and folk art stores are overflowing in San Miguel de Allende.
MexicoToday spoke with a businessman visiting Mexico City. He talked about enjoying the food in Mexico, especially marisco, or shellfish. He raved about the experience, and especially enjoyed the culture of Mexico City.
MexicoToday spoke with Ethan, an exchange student studying Spanish in Puebla. He spoke with Mexico Today about his experience studying… abroad in Mexico, and how much he has enjoyed the culture of Mexico City.
Looking for a unique Carnaval celebration close to home with an authentic feel? Search no further than the southern neighbor, México. Starting February 15 to 21st, Carnaval is hosting an array of parades, parties, concerts, culinary festivals, cultural programs and beauty pageants. Mexican… coastal cities offer mardi gras celebrations comparable to New Orleans and Rio de Janeiro.
Tourism in Mexico by international travelers is on the rise. Tourism has always been an incredibly important sector of the Mexican economy and is volatile to their position in the world economy. The Mexico Tourism Board recently projected that 52 million individuals will travel to Mexico in 2012. In 2011, they… reported that tourism was up 13 percent. There has been not only an increase in tourism in Mexico by U.S. travelers but also travelers from Canada, Spain, and France.
The small island of Isla Mujeres is home to the “Whale Shark festival”, an annual celebration of the “dominoes” as they are lovingly called for their spotted skin. 2012 marks the fifth annual festival, featuring local cuisine, art, dance and of course the chance to snorkel with the whale sharks and on the reefs… surrounding the island. The festival prides itself on creating awareness of sustainable tourism and the need to protect and conserve our oceans and the life beneath the surface.
Lake Huites provides a great natural environment for bass fishing or a number of outdoor activities in Mexico. Lake Huites is located in Sinaloa, Mexico, and is tucked away amongst the grand Sierra Madre Mountains of western Mexico. The Trophy Bass Lodge on Lake Huites gives travelers luxurious lodging just moments… from the lake. Lake Huites is one of the most beautifully serene and secluded landscapes in all of Mexico. Michael Benrud, a visitor who embarked on a bass fishing trip on Lake Huites, describes the striking location by saying Lake Huites, “is a large reservoir dammed in the mid-1990s, creating miles of scenic banks ranging from Lake Powell-type cliffs to rolling saguaro cactus-covered sandstone and clay hillsides. Words can't describe the beauty of the red, yellow and green mountainsides.”
A picturesque fishing town located 40 minutes from Puerto Vallarta on the Pacific Coast of Mexico in the state of Nayarit may not be the top tourist location in Mexico at the moment, but the town’s affluent assortment of activities, amenities, and restaurants are sure to put Punta Mita, Mexico, on the map… soon enough. The town is only two and a half hours from Los Angeles by plane and is positioned in a beautiful coastal environment. One of the town’s most renowned hotels, Hotel Cinco, provides travelers with the opportunity to surf, do yoga, and indulge in many of Mexico’s natural wonders. What sets Punta Mita apart, however, is its incredible array of authentic Mexican restaurants.
MexicoToday spoke with Daniel, a Canadian student studying in Cholula, Mexico and visiting Mexico City for the first time. Daniel discusses… the food in Mexico City, activities he has enjoyed so far, as well as Mexico City safety.
MexicoToday caught up with a Canadian expatriate living in Mexico City. Among other things, he raved about Mexico City museums, musical… events and day-to-day activities. Check out what he has to say about the many attractions in Mexico City!
MexicoToday recently caught up with a Canadian theatre group from Toronto. When they were not performing with the National Tour of Marry Poppins, these performers said they made time to enjoy the scenery of Mexico City during their stay. The group took time to visit ancient pyramids, floating… gardens and local markets, describing Mexico as warm, colorful and a beautiful country.
Coordinator for the Royal Ontario Museum (ROM), Marion Ho, guides a Canadian tour through Mexico entitled, Mayan Civilization: Then and Now. The Canadian tour group will be visiting most of the Mayan ruins in Mexico. However, this group will also visit native villages that currently practice Mayan… cultures.
Copper Canyon, a group of eminent canyons in the southwestern part of the state of Chihuahua in Mexico, has started to regain a significant tourism business in recent years. Often compared to the Grand Canyon in the United States, Copper Canyon is one of the most beautiful landscapes in Mexico. The Posada Barrancas Mirador… Hotel provides visitors with a safe and secure place to stay just moments from some of the most striking views of the colossal canyons.
A recent article in the Financial Times recently highlighted Mexico’s record-breaking number of international tourists in December 2011, and… confidently stated that Mexico’s tourism sector “has never been stronger.” According to figures published by the tourism ministry, 1,072,180 foreign tourists visited Mexico in December 2011, 13 percent more than during December 2010. These 1 million visitors marked the highest figure ever recorded for the month of December, and represented the fifth consecutive month of an increase in tourism over the same month in 2010.
The 32nd International fair of Tourism (FITUR), a series of conferences and discussions on the topic of tourism, took place from the 18-22 of January 2012 in Madrid, Spain. The event was inaugurated by the Prince and Princess of Asturias. The International fair of Tourism provides business professionals in the tourism sector, official… delegations, journalists, and the general public the opportunity to collaborate, meet, and build alliances in an interactive and creative environment. This year an estimated 9,500 exhibitors were in attendance from around 167 different countries around the world.
With its breathtaking views, Monte Albán is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, having been inhabited by for roughly 1,500 years by the Olmecs, Zapotecs and Mixtecs. …
Frequent traveler to Puerto Vallarta speaks about his travels to the city and his love for the art, culture, food. He praises Puerto Vallarta as a charming city with a wealth of activities for travelers, from walking along the Malecon to relaxing on the beaches. Courtesy of the City of Puerto… Vallarta.