Zona Romantica
Zona Romantica This ‘romantic zone’ of Puerto Vallarta is also called the Old Town or south side of the city. With lively cantinas, restaurants, and a newly reconstructed pier, the area of winding cobblestone streets does indeed have an air of romance. White homes with red tile roofs and views of
Zipolite
Zipolite Zipolite, or Playa Zipolite, is a beach community that is often referred to as Mexico’s hippie haven. This 1.5-kilometer stretch of beach seems lost in time with its slow pace of life. The beach is divided into several areas—the eastern end is called Colonia Playa del Amor, the central pa
Zinacantan
Zinacantan With a population that’s 99.1 percent Tzotzil Maya, Zinacantan is a destination for travelers who want to witness and explore the lifestyle and history of Mexico’s indigenous people. Visitors can learn about animist traditions and Catholic influence on a visit to one of the town’s churc
Zaachila
Zaachila Imagine shopping at a livestock market that’s existed for 800 years, or wandering the grounds of an ancient city that’s riddled with unearthed tombs. Both are possible here in Zaachila, a small town on Oaxaca’s outskirts where visitors travel for the weekly market and glimpse of Zapoteca
Yaxchilan
Yaxchilan Located on the Usumacinta River and surrounded by the dense Lacandon Jungle, the archeological area of Yaxchilán is reachable only by boat, a 40-minute cruise from the border town of Frontera Corozal. Getting there is all part of the experience and the journey is as spectacular as the de
Yagul
Yagul High on a cactus-studded plateau, the ruins of Yagul offer a view of Oaxaca’s Tlacolula valley. Yagul dates back to at least 500 AD, but most of the existing structures were built several hundred years later, after the decline of the nearby city of Monte Albán . When the Spanish arrived in O
Xpu-Ha Eco-Park
Xpu-Ha Eco-Park The newest Eco-park in Cancun, Xpu-Ha is all-inclusive with snorkel gear, catamaran rides, and kayaking near some of the best beaches and lagoons for snorkeling. The parks 10 acres (4 hectares) of tropical forest and wetlands also features over 20 ruins and an exceptional collectio
Xoximilco
Xoximilco Cancun’s best, most festive and most authentic fiesta tradition, Xoximilco, is an eponymous throwback and homage to the floating gardens and canals of Mexico City’s famous neighbor-hood Xochimilco. Xochimilco means “field of flowers,”and this Cancun attraction brings all the beauty and s
Xalapa
Xalapa It’s easy to see why Xalapa, the capital city of the state of Veracruz, is fondly referred to as the San Francisco of Mexico. This colorful urban center has the same laid back charm and electric night life, with an equally youthful vibe. College students buzz through Xalapa’s hilly city str
Wetn Wild Cancun
Wetn Wild Cancun Whether it’s riding the wave pool’s serious 3-feet swells, soaring down the crazy Twister waterslide or floating down the Lazy River, Wet’n Wild water park offers visitors a chance to escape the heat, enjoy the sun and really splash around. The speed slide Kamikaze thrusts riders
Vista Vallarta Golf Club
Vista Vallarta Golf Club There’s no denying that one of the major draws to the resort town of Puerto Vallarta is the weather. And warm, beach-going weather also means great golfing weather, perfectly suited for a day at the Vista Vallarta Golf Club. Designed by famous golfers Jack Nicklaus and Tom
Villa de Santiago
Villa de Santiago The charming cobblestone lanes and elegant colonial architecture of Villa de Santiago have earned it a place on Mexico’s list of ‘Pueblos Mágicos’ or ‘Magic Towns’ - traditional towns known for their unique culture, history and heritage. The architectural highlight of Villa de Sa
Ventanilla
Ventanilla Ventanilla, or La Ventanilla, is an estuary of the Tonameca River, and is an important ecological area on the Oaxacan coast. A small village is also located here, surrounded by mangroves and the birds and animals that call them home. La Ventanilla gets its name “the window” from a large
Vallarta Botanical Gardens
Vallarta Botanical Gardens With over 20 acres of lush tropical gardens, blooming with an incredible array of native Mexican flora, the Vallarta Botanical Gardens are among the best in the country and visiting the gardens makes a scenic day trip from nearby Puerto Vallarta. An expanse of dry tropic
Valladolid
Valladolid With its grand historic buildings, majestic churches and celebrated gastronomy, it’s easy to see why Valladolid has been touted as one of Mexico’s ‘Pueblos Mágicos’ (Magic Villages’). The beautifully preserved Spanish colonial city makes a strategic base for exploring the Yucatan penins
Uxmal
Uxmal The Mayan pyramids and monuments of Uxmal are particularly well preserved, and considered some of the most beautiful in the Yucatan. Scattered across the archaeological site are stepped pyramids, palaces, ball courts and quadrangles. Perhaps the best known structures are the stepped Great Py
Tuxtla Gutierrez
Tuxtla Gutierrez Despite being the state capital and commercial center of Chiapas, Tuxtla Gutierrez is often relegated to a transport hub or passed over by visitors in favor of nearby San Cristóbal de las Casas, but the lively city is worth spending a day or two exploring.Tuztla’s principal attrac
Tormentos Reef
Tormentos Reef One of the premier dives in all of Cancun and Cozumel, Tormentos Reef offers vibrant coral, Spotted Moray Eels, Toadfish, and a wide variety of smaller fish, including blennies, wrasses, and gobies. If you’ve come to Cozumel to get a good experience underwater, Tormentos Reef is a g
Temple of Santo Domingo de Guzman
Temple of Santo Domingo de Guzman This famous religious structure in the heart of Oaxaca attracts tourists and travelers to its quiet courtyards, holy cloisters and peaceful altars. Founded in the late 1500s by the Dominican Order, Santo Domingo de Guzman is now home to the Cultural Center of Oaxa
Tankah Park
Tankah Park Tankah Park is an ecological adventure park set in the jungle near Tulum in Mexico’s Riviera Maya. Under lush trees and beside the crystal clear waters of cenotes, adrenaline-inducing activities such as zip lining and jungle trekking balance with relaxing canoeing, kayaking, swimming,
