Street food in Mexico is akin to Yorkshire puddings or tea in England. Part of the social fabric, they represent a history and way of life that has stoically survived thousands of generations. Mixing Mayan and Aztec flavours with Spanish seasoning and French pastry, they’re in a cuisine class of their own. So, it’s no surprise that historic street eats have made their way across the Atlantic in the form of the restaurant chain Wahaca and myriad street food vendors.
13th May 2025 - Mexico Food & Drink
Last updated: September 2024 by our Mexico specialist, Oliver. Generally speaking, Mexico is considered a safe country to visit. It’s a popular travel destination known for its rich culture, beautiful beaches and historical landmarks. If you’re keen to explore this part of the world but find yourself asking the question, ‘Is it safe to travel to Mexico?’ the short answer is yes. But, as with any country, it has its fair share of safety concerns that travellers should be aware of before planning a trip.
1st September 2024 - Mexico Travel Tips
Colourful, cosmopolitan and full of character, it’s impossible not to be charmed by Mexico City. It can also feel near-impossible to avoid the crowds, so to help you head off the beaten path, here’s our round-up of five hidden gems in Mexico City. From bustling markets to picturesque parks and memorable museums, these are the pitstops you won’t always find on the most popular itineraries. Whether on a layover or longer trip, these slightly-more-secret spots offer a fresh perspective on the much-loved Mexican capital.
7th March 2024 - Mexico Travel Inspiration
Each year, increasing numbers of tourists are enticed by Mexico’s pristine beaches, buzzing metropolises and archaeological wonders (and we don’t blame them). Accounting for over eight per cent of Mexico’s total GDP in the last decade, tourism plays an important part in the country’s economy. And as Mexico rightfully becomes a bucket-list destination, sustainable tourism is crucial for helping to preserve its rich Indigenous culture and biodiversity.
19th February 2024 - Mexico Responsible Travel
Mexico’s Yucatán Peninsula is a mesmerising medley of blissful Caribbean coastline, majestic Maya ruins and colourful towns. It’s a divine destination for beach bums and adventurous types alike. But where should you base yourself during your Yucatán getaway? When planning a trip here, two places will be competing for your consideration. So, join us as we compare the merits and magic of Tulum vs Cancún – a Mexican standoff that can have only one winner.
15th December 2023 - Mexico Travel Inspiration
The thought of another cold Christmas getting you down? Had enough mince pies to last a lifetime? You’ll have to travel by plane instead of sleigh, but Mexico at Christmas is an alluring alternative to a festive staycation. To inspire your winter wanderlust, here are six reasons we love a Mexican Christmas. Warm weather and a warm welcome await. The Festive Forecast Christmas Dinner with a Difference Las Posadas Sun, Sea & Santa Dia De Los Tres Reyes Whale Watching 1 The Festive Forecast For cloud-free skies and non-stop sunshine, winter is one of the best times to visit Mexico.
4th December 2023 - Mexico Travel Inspiration
If you’re wondering how to best spend 24 hours in Mexico City, then you’ve come to the right place. This vibrant and bustling metropolis (home to a whopping 21 million people) offers activities aplenty from learning about pre-Columbian cultures at the National Museum of Anthropology and strolling around Chapultepec Park to watching professional wrestlers go head to head at a 'Lucha Libre' match. Ready to discover what 24 hours in Mexico City looks like?
15th June 2023 - Mexico 24 Hours In
Once venerated by the ancient Mayans as sacred water sources and sites of sacrificial offerings, cenotes are one of Mexico’s defining features and can be found floating at the top of many travellers’ bucket-lists. The natural sinkholes are formed from the collapse of soluble limestone rock, revealing tranquil groundwater below, and are synonymous with the Yucatán Peninsula, where the majority of the 6,000 or so in Mexico are found.
31st May 2022 - Mexico The Natural World
Uvence Arte + Hotel Located in the oldest part of town, Uvence Arte + Hotel is a converted hacienda that offers guests an authentic yet luxurious experience. Surrounded by large manicured gardens, Uvence Arte + Hotel occupies an ideal position overlooking the city of San Cristobal. The 12 bedrooms are set around a large courtyard, all of which are spacious and have been individually decorated with antique furniture, wooden floors and fireplaces.
28th June 2021 - Mexico Hotels
Hotel Guaycura Hotel Guaycura is the best place in Todos Santos, a lovely little town with a relaxed feel, lots of galleries and little artisan shops. The 14 bedrooms are beautifully decorated, with four-poster beds, large bathrooms and spacious showers or baths. Some of the rooms have terraces, and there is also a rooftop pool and bar with great views out over the town. Snacks and drinks are also on offer in a small lobby bar and there is an outside courtyard where the excellent chef serves up the finest food in town.
28th June 2021 - Mexico Hotels
Sierra Lodge Those in need of the mod-est of mod cons might find Sierra Lodge a little on the spartan side, but it's hard to beat this place for sheer character. There is no electricity but at night kerosene lanterns illuminate the rock of the cabin walls and pot belly stoves warm the rooms. The cosy rooms each have two double beds and a private bathroom with hot shower, and the dining room has a roaring fire in a stone fireplace around which you can sit sipping a well-earned margarita after a day's trekking.
28th June 2021 - Mexico Hotels
The village of San Juan Chamula is set in the mountains of Chiapas in Southern Mexico. Living here are the Tzotzil Maya people - a fiercely independent and self-ruling community. The village may only be based six miles from the popular San Cristobal de las Casas but their culture, dress, architecture and religion seem worlds apart. So if you're looking to get truly off the beaten track in Mexico, San Juan Chamula will be right up your calle.
28th June 2021 - Mexico Culture
I don't know about you, but before I visited Mexico City I was worried I was going to a dangerous, polluted and sprawling city that would serve as nothing more than gateway to the rest of the country. How wrong I was... Defying Expectations I was in Mexico for 2 weeks earlier this year and visited some of the most beautiful, remote and glamorous locations in the country. It is safe to say as I boarded my flight to Mexico City, I was excited to get through my first few days in capital and onto the rest of the itinerary.
28th June 2021 - Mexico Culture
I recently returned from an incredible two week trip to the little-visited (by Brits, anyway) Baja Peninsula and Copper Canyon areas of Mexico and was, quite frankly, blown away. Baja California From the super-swanky resorts in Los Cabos to the laid-back vibe in Todos Santos on the Pacific coast, Baja California is much more than featureless desert. Take the stunning Espiritu Santo Island, which Jacques Cousteau described as the world's aquarium.
28th June 2021 - Mexico The Natural World
¡Bienvenido a Mexico City! Formerly known as DF (distrito federal) for the past two centuries, Mexico's capital changed its official name last year and is now known as Ciudad de Mexico (CDMX). Once centre of the Aztec Empire, latter day CDMX (catchier than one-time Tenochtitlan) sits gritty at 6,500ft above sea level, which may account for the light-headedness encountered by many new arrivals. Hip hotels,
28th June 2021 - Mexico Travel Inspiration
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