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Xalapa, Veracruz, Mexico

Xalapa: Mexico's best kept secret

By Margot Lee Shetterly

Between the urban sophistication of Mexico City and the rumble of the port of Veracruz lies the highland charmer Xalapa, with misty mornings gazing over lush green hills, a thriving art scene, the hip energy of a university crowd, and a café culture that would do Seattle proud.
 

Catemaco: restless spell

By Catherine Dunn

Inside Mexico visits legendary Catemaco, Veracruz, where canoeing and shamanic cleansings go hand-in-hand.
 

Holbox Island: The road less traveled

By Margot Lee Shetterly

This out of the way paradise gives sanctuary to birds and a diversity of wildlife--and those seeking un relax.
 

It began with a vow

By Tess Thatcher

Edward James' surrealist jungle paradise in Xilitla, San Luis Potosi.
 

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Merida: pitcher perfect weather

By Catherine Dunn

A trip to the Mérida packs heat -- and baseball. More >>
 
Xalapa, Veracruz, Mexico

Xalapa: Mexico's best kept secret

By Margot Lee Shetterly

Between the urban sophistication of Mexico City and the rumble of the port of Veracruz lies the highland charmer Xalapa, with misty mornings gazing over lush green hills, a thriving art scene, the hip energy of a university crowd, and a café culture that would do Seattle proud.

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April 30, 2009 Travel Advisory: Government of Canada

By Margot Lee Shetterly

The Canadian government has advised that its citizens cancel all non-essential travel to Mexico, as a result of the H1N1 flu threat. The Canadian Embassy in Mexico will remain open to deal with citizen needs. More >>
 

Heavenly Holy Week

By Jimm Budd

Check out one of the well-known religious Holy Week (a.ka. Easter Week or Semana Santa) celebrations that take place throughout Mexico. More >>
 

It began with a vow

By Tess Thatcher

Edward James' surrealist jungle paradise in Xilitla, San Luis Potosi. More >>
 
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The Riviera Maya: soothe your spirits with a seaside adventure

By Tara FitzGerald

Soothe your spirits with a seaside Riviera Maya spa adventure. More >>
 

Crossing the border

By Catherine Dunn

An eco park in Hidalgo gives you the opportunity to experience a mock border crossing.

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Jewish community in Venta Prieta in front of their synagogue.

Hidalgo's lost tribe

By Lesley Tellez

A Jewish community in Venta Prieta, Hidalgo has long struggled with its identity and survival. Now, they say they'd simply prefer to be left alone. More >>
 
Tepoztlan, Mexico

Tepoztlan: a valley, a mountain, an energy

By Maya Harris

It is believed that an undercurrent of curative powers exists in Tepoztlán and this has drawn followers of New Age, holistic and esoteric philosophies to this quaint, traditional pueblo.

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Morelia, Michoacan

Morelia: Shopping, golfing...loving?

By Jimm Budd

Michoacan's colonial capital is a perfect weekend getaway.

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Rumbo a Cuatro Ciénegas

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If you’re looking for an oasis in the desert, Cuatro Ciénegas is the place for you. Declared a protected area in 1994, this biological nature reserve has a labyrinth of underground springs and rivers, which form crystalline pozos (pools). More >>
 
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Puerto Vallarta and the Riviera Nayarit, "Exploring Bucerias"

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For an unpretentious village where you can shop, tour its artists' studios, and eat out, check out this Redguide video of Bucerias, north of Nuevo Vallarta. More >>
 
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Rumbo a Mercado Jamaica

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One of the many colorful and vibrant attractions to visit in Mexico City is the flower market, officially known as, Mercado Jamaica. More >>
 

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Visa study: 84% say AH1N1 will have no impact on their travel plans

By Margot Lee Shetterly

According to a Visa Inc. survey, 84% of travelers say that the cost of travel and economic concerns will play a greater role in their travel decisions than fears of the AH1N1 flu virus. More >>
 

TRAVEL UPDATE: Cruise ships return to Mexico

By Simon Burgess

Cruise ships return to return to Mexico, bringing relief to the Mexican touism industry. More >>
 

Mexican tourism industry to finish 40% down in 2009

By Simon Burgess

Simon Burgess call all hands on deck to help Mexican tourism bounce back from swine flu (AH1N1). More >>
 
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