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Club Med Flash Sale

Fri, 17 May 2013 18:55:10 +0000

Club Med is having a flash sale this week, from May 17 to 22. This is a good opportunity to enjoy a trip to Mexico at a reduced rate. By booking during the sale, you'll save 40% on 7-day stays at the Cancun Yucatan Club Med during the month of June (June 1 to 29, 2013). Rates start at $1049 USD per adult for a 7 night all-inclusive stay. The Cancun Yucatan Club Med is an excellent option for a family vacation, with an excellent location, friendly atmosphere and lots of activities for both children and adults, plus, kids under 4 stay free. Read a profile of the Club Med Cancun Yucatan from About.com's Guide to Family Travel. The offer expires on May 22, so book now to take advantage. More info on the Club Med website: Club Med Flash Sale.

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Popocatepetl: Volcano Alert

Wed, 15 May 2013 16:41:55 +0000

For the past few days Popocatepetl, an active volcano located 45 miles southeast of Mexico City and only 25 miles outside the city of Puebla, has been spewing smoke and ash. Seismic activity has also increased around the volcano. On Sunday the alert level was raised to Yellow Phase 3, the fifth of a seven stage warning scale. There is at present a 7.5-mile restricted zone around the base of the volcano. Authorities are preparing evacuation routes for the vicinity in case the volcano's activity increases.

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International Museum Day Events in Mexico City

Tue, 14 May 2013 23:50:16 +0000

Museum Night is celebrated in Mexico City on the last Wednesday of each month from 7 to 10 pm, but this Saturday, May 18 is International Museum Day, and over 50 museums in Mexico City will participate, with a variety of special activities throughout the day. Some of the museums will have free admission and others are offering a discount on entrance fees. Many of the participating museums will have extended hours. Shuttles will provide free transportation along four different routes from 11 am to 9 pm. See maps of shuttle routes, and a full list of activities: Día Internacional de Museos (in Spanish).

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Mother's Day Serenade

Thu, 09 May 2013 10:02:29 +0000

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El Día de las Madres (Mother's Day) is celebrated in a big way in Mexico. Mexicans pamper their moms, serenade them, give them flowers and gifts, and treat them to a nice meal out in a restaurant. In Mexico this celebration always falls on May 10th, unlike in the U.S. and Canada where it's celebrated on the second Sunday in May (May 12 this year).

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Recreating an Ancient Mayan Pilgrimage

Tue, 30 Apr 2013 23:21:18 +0000

For the past seven years, Xcaret park in the Riviera Maya has been hosting a special event each May. Known as the Sacred Mayan Journey, or Travesia Sagrada in Spanish, this is a recreation of a Prehispanic pilgrimage. Participants train for months in order to undertake the journey in handmade canoes that are constructed using ancient techniques. They make the arduous journey across the channel to Chaankanaab on Cozumel Island, where they visit the shrine of the goddess Ixchel, who, besides being the Mayan goddess of the moon and fertility, was believed to keep fishermen and crops safe from storms.

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May Holidays in Mexico

Tue, 30 Apr 2013 21:00:26 +0000

May is a very busy month in Mexico. The first is a national holiday for International Labor Day. Festivities continue on the 5th, Cinco de Mayo, although it's not generally celebrated as enthusiastically in Mexico as it is in the United States, many have the day off, and in the city of Puebla, where the battle the date commemorates took place, it is a big deal. Mother's Day is celebrated in a big way in Mexico, and always falls on May 10th. Find out how Mexicans celebrate Mother's Day. There are many other cultural events and festivals happening this month. Read more about festivals and events in Mexico in May.

Mexico's Top Honeymoon Destinations

Mon, 29 Apr 2013 18:08:49 +0000

Mexico is without a doubt an ideal honeymoon destination. There's great weather, delicious food and a wide selection of luxurious adult-only hotels and resorts. Whether you're a beach bum, a thrill seeker or a culture vulture, you'll be able to find the perfect romantic vacation for you and your sweetie. Here is a list of the most romantic honeymoon destinations in Mexico to help you make the vital decisions about where to go, where to stay, and what to do while you're there: Mexico's Top Ten Honeymoon Destinations

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Treat Mom to a Mexican Getaway

Fri, 26 Apr 2013 11:03:55 +0000

Whether you've been wracking your brain trying to think of a gift for your mom for Mother's Day or even if you haven't given it a moment's thought until now, you can wow her this year with a trip that she's bound to remember all year long. Treat her to a holiday in a beautiful location with idyllic weather - and throw in some pampering spa treatments so that she really feels special. These Mother's Day Getaways in Mexico are all good options for a gift that she'll really appreciate.

Animal Adventures in Mexico

Wed, 24 Apr 2013 16:02:49 +0000

On a recent trip to Los Cabos I went on a whale-watching excursion with Cabo Expeditions tour company. I had a fabulous time, got a couple good snaps of the whales and learned quite a bit about them as well. What struck me is how even though I was focusing on catching a photo of the whales, I felt a surge of emotion - a feeling that it was a really special moment. The joy of seeing these huge creatures in their natural environment, just doing what whales do, is a wonderful feeling. Read about my whale watching excursion with Cabo Expeditions, or learn about other awe-inspiring animal encounters you can have in Mexico.

Mexico for Foodies

Fri, 19 Apr 2013 06:00:45 +0000

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Mexico's diverse gastronomy is one of its many attractions. The variety of cultures and communities in Mexico, as well as the country's great biodiversity accounts for the diversity of Mexican cuisine. Each region has its own specialties, ingredients and methods of preparation.

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