Posts in Category: Culture

Mexican Celebrations: A Month-by-Month Guide to the Holidays and Festivals

Mexican celebrations and national holidays offer the out-of-town visitor a fantastic chance to witness the country at its most raw…. Read more »

Meet Mexico’s Changemakers: 7 Influential Women You Need to Know About

March plays host to Women’s History Month and International Women’s Day—a poignant reminder to pause and honor the remarkable social,… Read more »

Our Responsible Travel Fee: What it is and Who it Benefits

We´re thrilled to be implementing Journey Mexico´s Responsible Travel Fee on March 01, 2024, with 100% of the funds going… Read more »

Posadas in Mexico, a Christmas Tradition

For many Mexicans, the word posadas evokes chilly nights surrounded by family and friends, singing, enjoying a warm meal, and… Read more »

Independence Day in Mexico: The Tale Behind the Fight for Freedom

Most countries around the world celebrate an Independence Day, commemorating the date of a country’s statehood. The stories and circumstances… Read more »

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How to Celebrate Mexican Independence Day like a Local  

Every year in mid-September, Mexico gets dressed up in the national colors of red, white and green to commemorate ´El… Read more »

Pueblos Magicos: A Guide to Mexico’s Magic Towns

Pueblos Magicos are towns recognized by the Mexican government for their “magical” qualities, whether that be their astonishing beauty, rich… Read more »

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Uncover the Mayan Tradition of Hanal Pixán: Community-Led Cultural Exchange

Each year from October 31st to November 2nd, Hanal Pixán is celebrated by the Mayan communities that live on Mexico´s… Read more »

Day of the Dead in Mexico Explained

If you want to celebrate Day of the Dead in Mexico, there are some fundamentals you’ll need to know. The… Read more »

3 Luxurious Experiences Not to Miss at Cancun’s NIZUC Resort

The celebrated NIZUC Resort and Spa is a glittering treasure chest of luxury experiences. Guests can enjoy access to several… Read more »

Posted In Cancun, Culture, Luxury

Family Vacations In Mexico, 5 Trips To Take With The Kids

Just because you are taking a vacation with children doesn’t mean you have to stick to the all-inclusive resorts. Journey… Read more »

23 New Experiences in Mexico for 2023

What a year it has been! At Journey Mexico, we’ve been working hard at creating new and innovative tours for… Read more »

Day of the Dead in Chiapas – Altars & Graveyards

Sugar skulls, yellow marigolds, and ´Catrina´ skeletons are emblematic of Mexico´s Day of the Dead festivities. This annual celebration inspires… Read more »

Discover the Mayan World with an Immersive Dining Experience at Banyan Tree Mayakoba

Visiting Mayan archaeological sites is awe-inspiring. Millions of travelers go to these fascinating and mysterious destinations every year. In the… Read more »

The History of the Margarita: The Mystery Behind Mexico’s Top Cocktail

Like your head the morning after too many strong drinks, the history of the margarita is hazy. There are many… Read more »

Inside TEXTO: A Global Gathering of Master Artisans Coming to Mexico City

TEXTO, a global gathering of master artisans and speakers, arrives in Mexico City next February for its debut outing. Promoting… Read more »

Luxury Travel Trends in Mexico for 2020

Luxury travel trends in Mexico are forever evolving as the idea of what “luxury travel” is continues to develop. Where… Read more »

Tlalpujahua: The Mexican Town Where It’s Christmas Every Day of the Year

Tlalpujahua sits a long way from Santa Claus’ North Pole residence – around 5,000 miles as the sleigh flies. But… Read more »