Travelling to La Playa del Carmen

One of the recently popular travel destinations for those who embark on Mexico vacations is La Playa del Carmen. This beautiful coastal city is located just right across the channel from Cozumel and shares with it the many attractions in the locale. You can go shopping, eat and be entertained at choice places including bars and nightclubs at the city center 5th Avenue. Those who love to go shopping have a wide range of choices from the latest fashion to the colorful and quaint Mexican handicrafts in the area from 5th Avenue to 30th Avenue. La Playa also boasts of beaches with crystal clear waters and fine white sand. Include in La Playa tours are the sites of Mayans ancient capital, Chichen Itza, Coba which still has a real Mayan village, the tallest pyramid in Yutucan which is Nohuch Muul, the beautiful city of Tulum and ecopark Xcaret which is natures sacred paradise. La Playa is one exciting place to see so plan an itinerary that would include La Playa.

Wonder at the Whales of Mexico

One can never quite describe the awe and wonder you feel at seeing whales frolicking in their natural habitat after your anticipation have built up while scanning the waters looking for these graceful mammals. Gray whales migrate annually every fall from the cold waters of Northern Bering to the Sea of Cortez to give birth and spend winter months in the warm waters of the Pacific that are rich with food. It is best to watch these whales swimming with their babies in Magdalena Bay which is located just a little off the coast of Los Cabos. The best place to go to is Los Cabos than any other place in Baja or even the famous San Ignacio as there is a better chance of sighting the whales there especially during the last week of December to the last week of March. Whale watching tours make sure strict rules and guidelines are followed in order to ensure that the whales are not harmed. Be a part of this tradition and include this memorable activity in your Mexico vacations itinerary.

The Beauty of the Border City of Tijuana

Take a San Diego trolley to the border and step across to the worlds most visited border city of Tijuana. Despite its close proximity to the US, Mexico vacations in sunny Tijuana allows you to shop at the legendary Avenida Revolucion where you will find the amazing bargains of beautiful Mexican handicrafts, leather goods, cigars, silver, beadwork, jewelry together with imported goods at bargain prices. You can soak in some cultural experience at the Tijuana Cultural Center or at the Municipal Institute of Arts and Culture. There is so much excitement in watching a Greyhound race at Hipodromo Caliente or a Jai Alai game at the Jai Alai Fronton Palace or watch the thrilling bullfight at the El Toreo de Tijuana and the Plaza Munumental Playas de Tijuana. The exciting flamboyance of Mexico is very much evident in Tijuana and your Mexico vacation should include this place for the excitement that it brings.

Touring the Best of Guadalajara

You will find yourself in the midst of rich Mexican culture when you visit the city of Guadalajara. The picturesque views and the exhilarating festivals of Mexico with its mariachi bands is more of an attraction in Guadalajara than its beaches. The Encuentro International del Mariachi is a competition of local and international bands during the Independence Day on September 16 but expect daily shows and festivities throughout the whole month. Vacations in Guadalajara are more centered on activities like sightseeing, dining out and shopping. Right within the city are historical architecture featuring beautiful 17th century and Victorian buildings plus interesting cathedrals. There are also many local restaurants that will give you the authentic taste of Mexican cooking. For those who crave the beach, though, the beaches of Guadalajara offer endless sun and white sand. You will surely have a wonderful time exploring everything that Guadalajara has to offer.