Top 5 underwater experiences

Top 5 underwater experiences

Neon blue octopus, colorful coral forests, 22-foot manta rays — there's no telling what you might spot in Mexico's water world. Photos.

Mexico's ancient civilizations

Mexico's ancient civilizations

The Aztecs and Maya are famous, but few people know that they were heavily influenced by the Olmecs, Toltecs, Zapotecs and other fascinating civilizations. Photos.

10 reasons to visit Chiapas

10 reasons to visit Chiapas

Mexico's southernmost state is a fascinating and unexpected place to visit, home to Maya ruins, jaw-dropping canyons, indiginous villages and the colorful city of San Cristóbal. Photos.

5 hot spots for Southwest

5 hot spots for Southwest

Through a partnership with Volaris, Mexico's second-largest airline, Southwest Airlines will soon fly to five Mexican destinations. Why you should visit them »

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Top Destinations

City made from silver

City made from silver

Guanajuato's silver mine, one of the richest in history, bought the city Baroque churches and welcoming European plazas.

Mazatlan: 10 reasons to visit

Mazatlan: 10 reasons to visit

Mazatlan's attractions include golden sand beaches, a revitalized old town, and the world's third-largest Carnaval celebration.


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Budget

Mexico hotels under $100

Mexico hotels under $100

Our 15 bargain sleeps, from a reincarnated 17th-century monastery in Taxco to "jungalows" in the Yucatan forest. Photos »

Outdoors

Best spots for sport fishing

Best spots for sport fishing

Follow in the footsteps of Ernest Hemingway and Zane Grey in pursuit of enormous sailfish near Zihuatanejo, Los Cabos and Acapulco.

Food & Drink

Slow Food's delicious pace

Slow Food's delicious pace

In a land where the Maya still cook some of the world's oldest recipes, the Slow Food movement makes perfect sense.

Culture

Mexico's World Heritage sites

Mexico's World Heritage sites

Two new sites — the Silver Route and the Yagul and Mitla caves — bring the country's total to 31, more than anywhere else in the Americas. Photos.

Family

Child's play in Oaxaca

Child's play in Oaxaca

Welcome to the land of endless distractions for children, especially those with a love of pyramids, dolphins, chocolate, clay and monsters.

More Mexico Stories

Vacation meets operation

Vacation meets operation

A growing number of Americans are coming home from Mexico with a different kind of souvenir: capped teeth, a lap band or a new hip.
Cancun bounces back

Cancun bounces back

Fresh beaches, an adults-only resort, the world's largest underwater sculpture park — Cancún's new offerings prove it's better than ever.
The safest places in Mexico

The safest places in Mexico

Drug violence has spread to tourist destinations like Acapulco and and Mazatlán but not all hope is lost. Check our list of safe destinations »
Mexico's best highland flings

Mexico's best highland flings

Escape the summer swelter of the coast in these two authentic highland colonial towns, where budget lodgings abound.
So long, tour-phobia

So long, tour-phobia

Even avowed tour-phobes will want to join these five amazing tours of Mexico's underground pools, restored haciendas and chiseled canyons.
Mexico travel tips from readers

Mexico travel tips from readers

Check out these 45 don't-miss travel tips from readers who have road-tripped, rambled and just plain relaxed in Mexico.
How to be

How to be "El Road Warrior"

Driving in Mexico doesn't have to be a white-knuckle experience: Just follow our expert tips on navigating policeman bribes, drug searches and more.
8 great all-inclusives in Mexico

8 great all-inclusives in Mexico

Too pooped to plan your escape? We've found great one-stop resorts to suit any style, whether that's family friendly, romantic, or even clothing free!
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