Mexico is a huge country made up of 31 diverse and varied states, all with their own unique characters, however the few things you can be sure of across Mexico are the delicious food, friendly people, colourful buildings and flamboyant festivities.
After spending almost a year in Mexico (across three trips) I successfully learned how to drink tequila like a real Mexican as well as being lucky enough to visit 11 of the country’s 31 states.
From relaxing on the beaches of the beautiful Yucatan Peninsula and swimming with sea lions in La Paz to exploring the epic Copper Canyon and even wine tasting in Baja California, there were more than enough things to do in Mexico to fill my trips with unforgettable adventures while leaving enough to draw me back yet again.
While some people may be put off by reports of kidnappings, murders and drug-related violence, staying safe in Mexico is actually extremely easy if you stick to the right areas and use common sense (do I even need to tell you not to get involved with drug cartels?).
Don’t let the media hype put you off a trip to this fascinating and welcoming country.
I haven’t got around to writing about all of my adventures in Mexico yet so if there’s somewhere or something in particular you’re interested in that isn’t on the blog, feel free to contact me. Otherwise, sign up to my newsletter here.
From hot orange sunsets to the glittering turquoise of The Sea of Cortez to sea lions, whale sharks and powder soft sands, La Paz in Mexico is a dream vacation destination. Add in tacos galore, great hotels and the fact that La Paz is one of the friendliest Mexico beach towns I’ve ever been to, … Read more
Sitting on the east coast of Mexico, Yucatan State is one of Mexico’s 31 states and it’s one my favourites. From world-famous Chitzen Itza to colonial cities like Valladolid and beautiful swimming holes (cenotes), there’s every reason to visit this corner of Mexico. In this guide I’ll share everything you need to know about the … Read more
I love Mexico. And I hate that is has such a bad reputation. I find this reputation is far worse in the USA and Canada compared to Europe. I’m kind of thankful for that because in the UK I’m not flooded by bad news stories that might have scared me off visiting. Instead, I did … Read more
Mexican tequila can be used to make a whole variety of different and exciting cocktails, from the classic margarita and tequila sunrise to the rich El Diablo and fruity matador. Impress your friends with these 8 tequila cocktail recipes you can make at home. 1. Margarita Is there any cocktail more symbolic of tequila than … Read more
Tijuana is always a good idea. Whether you’re heading south of the border to cut loose or it’s the starting point of your epic Baja California road trip, in this post I’ll share with you 20 fun things to do in Tijuana Mexico. I’ve visited a few times and I’ve never had anything other than a … Read more
Chances are, if you’re a tourist taking the Baja Ferry from Topolobampo to La Paz, you’ve just rolled off Mexico’s splendid Copper Canyon Train (El Chepe as it’s known locally) and are looking to explore Baja California. In this post, I’ll give you all the information you need to take the ferry from Topolobampo to … Read more
Oceans, mountains, valleys, desert, giant cacti, whales, sea lions, tacos and beaches – taking a Baja California road trip down Mexico’s famous Ruta 1 (Route 1) gives you a lot to play with; over a thousand kilometres of coastline to play with, in fact. I visited the Baja California peninsula for the first time a … Read more
I stumbled into La Paz in Mexico by accident. I was tired and, after a night ferry from the mainland, a little less than fresh. But I forgot about my fatigue the second I saw the sea. The Sea of Cortez has long been declared (by none other than Jaques Cousteau) as one of the most … Read more
Step into any bar in Mexico and the drink of choice is overwhelmingly beer. Which may explain why Mexican wine is barely on the map. However, as the oldest wine producing region in the Americas – yes, that one surprised me too – and with vines that can be traced all the way back to … Read more
Want to go swimming with sea lions in the wild in Mexico? Isla Espiritu Santo near La Paz in Mexico’s Baja California is a great place to do it. Here’s what you can expect from your day on the Sea of Cortez and tour companies to book with. Jacques Couteau once said of the Sea … Read more