Mexican New Year's Eve Traditions
Saturday December 31, 2011
Santa brought me a new suitcase, and I'll be walking it around the block tonight to ensure that I'll have plenty of opportunities to travel in the coming year. ... Read More
Noche Buena - Christmas Eve in Mexico
Saturday December 24, 2011
In Mexico, Christmas Eve is called Noche Buena, literally "good night". This is the night of the last posada, and families gather together with their family and friends to have a ... Read More
Noche de Rábanos - "Radish Night" in Oaxaca
Friday December 23, 2011
Photo © Suzanne Barbezat
There's a special festival that takes place every December 23rd in the city of Oaxaca in southern Mexico. It is said to have originated in the ... Read More
Las Posadas: Mexican Christmas Tradition
Friday December 16, 2011
The Mexican Christmas season kicks off with the first posada on December 16. This is the first of nine consecutive nights of processions and parties leading up to Noche Buena, ... Read More
Puerto Vallarta's Revamped Malecon
Wednesday December 14, 2011
© Mattock Photography
Puerto Vallarta's malecón or seaside promenade, has long been one of this beach destination's outstanding features. On a stroll along the malecón, you can enjoy street ... Read More
Our Lady of Guadalupe
Monday December 12, 2011
December 12 is the feast day of Mexico's patron saint, Our Lady of Guadalupe. This is one of the most important religious celebrations in Mexico. On this day people gather ... Read More
Indulge Your "Appetite for Luxury" at the Fairmont Mayakoba
Tuesday December 6, 2011
On a recent trip to the Riviera Maya, I had the pleasure of spending two nights at the Fairmont Mayakoba. This upscale resort is located about five miles north of ... Read More