Travel Mexico Guides

Playa del Carmen Vacations by Caitlin Moore
Tranquil, lovely and not quite as crowded as its nearby northern neighbor Cancun, Playa del Carmen is a place you’ll want to see for yourself and then keep to yourself. This paradise by the sea is located on the Yucatan peninsula on what’s known as the Mayan Riviera, and as opposed to other Mexican destinations it retains an air of peace that fosters incredible stress-obliterating getaways. Look past the flurry of activity surrounding the flashier spring break type destinations and give your attention to a worthier locale.

Chew Your Tea and Finish That Fugu by Caley Walsh
Have you ever had one of those “cream of tartar is the same thing as tartar sauce” disasters? Well you certainly know now that if you mix those two up, your chiffon will not be a tasty dessert. While Recipe4Living has many expert cooks, we have probably all had a time in our cooking explorations when we have come across an ingredient and thought “what the heck is that?

4 Important Questions to Ask Yourself before Buying Real Estate in Mexico by Jonni Good
If you’ve recently experienced the low stress and beautiful scenery of Mexico during your annual vacation, you will naturally begin to fantasize about buying a second home or retirement home south of the border. Wouldn’t it be wonderful to “get away from it all” in a place where prices are lower, people are friendlier, and everything seems to slow down to a more human pace?However, before you call a real estate agent in Cancun or Baja, there are 4 questions you should ask yourself.

Destination Weddings Are The Waive Of The Future by Skip Neal
The wedding industry has changed quite a bit over the last several years. The “Echo Boomers” are the new group of engaged couples. They are the children of the “Baby Boomers” coming to marrying age.

World-Class Scuba Diving in Cozumel by Lee Breeze
Ever since famous oceanographer and filmmaker Jacques Cousteau revealed Cozumel's underwater beauty to the rest of the world in a 1961 documentary, Cozumel, Cancun and the Riviera Maya region have consistently ranked among the diving community's favorite destinations. What the world saw through the late Cousteau's camera lenses was a natural aquarium beyond compare, with swaying coral gardens, waves of colorful tropical fish, steep walls that fall deep into the ocean floor, sunken galleons and tunnels that seem to go on forever. With a visibility of up to 200 feet, miles of coral reefs, and water so clear that scuba divers seem to fly instead of swim, Cozumel and the Riviera Maya region attract thousands of divers per year.

Vacation in Calmer - Gentler Puerto Morelos by Caitlin Moore
The Yucatan Peninsula is hardly an undiscovered vacation destination. Its fine tropical weather, sparkling beaches and friendly atmosphere make it a desirable and accessible place for travelers of all kinds, which for solace-seekers and peace lovers might sound a little dubious. Don’t worry - while Cancun is an important and fun-for-some part of this region, there are other places with a little less traffic and arguably a bit more allure.

Hotel Job Descriptions by Elizabeth Morgan
In certain places where there is a high volume of visitors, especially tourist destinations like Cancun, Mexico, it can be expected that a large number of hotels and other forms of accommodations are located there. A person who wishes to work in the hotel industry would do well to start in these places, as the hotels can give them the best training and experience in the industry. Before a person starts applying, however, he must first know what to expect with regard to the job descriptions of different hotel personnel so that he is properly guided in his application.

Let Puerto Morelos Vacation Rentals Be Your Little Secret by Caitlin Moore
Puerto Morelos isn’t exactly a secret destination, but it’s certainly not as in-your-face as a few of its neighbors. Everyone knows that Cancun is a hotspot for revelers and beach lovers, especially during spring break, but if that’s not the scene you’re after, there is a perfectly amazing alternative. Upon arriving in Puerto Morelos and realizing that it’s lovely, relaxing and not nearly as crowded as other Mexican resort towns, you’ll be puzzled as to why it isn’t more well known.

Tips For Planning A Great Senior Trip by Gabriel J. Adams
Finishing high school is a very important achievement, and really a privilege - there are many areas of the world that the average person does not get the opportunity to go to high school.If you're like most high school seniors, you want to celebrate your success with an exciting trip. Good idea!

Playa del Carmen Vacation Rentals by Caitlin Moore
Choosing the destination for your next vacation is a high-pressure affair. You want it to be relaxing, beautiful and entertaining; you also want it to be worthy of your time and money. Once you’ve narrowed down the search to reach the perfect focus for your upcoming trip, there is still some work to be done.