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9 Best Things to Do in Chipilo
An Italian enclave in the heart of Mexico: Who would expect to hear Venetian, an Italian dialect, spoken in the heart of Mexico? In Chipilo you can hear it, and you’ll also find Italian delicacies produced in the region. The history of this village is interesting: It was founded in 1882 by a dozen families from Venetia in Italy who arrived here being promised fertile lands by the Mexican government. As this promise didn’t hold, the pilgrims switched to producing dairy and meat products. Today, Chipilo de Francisco Javier Mina, which is the full name of this small town, also produces high-quality furniture. In the streets, you can find trattorias,…
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Best Options for Staying Connected in Mexico
When traveling through Mexico, you want to make sure you’re staying connected to the internet via your mobile phone. A good wifi connection is crucial for navigation and communication, be it with friends and family at home or new acquaintances. While there are many places with free Wifi (airports, cafes, restaurants, hotels, and Airbnb), it’s still safer and often faster when you have to be available all the time. This overview covers various ways to stay connected in Mexico, including using an Airalo eSIM card, a Telcel SIM card, other SIM card options, and the availability of free WiFi. Telcel SIM Card If your phone is unlocked, you can just…
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9 Best Things to Do in Tehuacán
The Cradle of Corn, pyramids, and a famous goat dish: Admittedly, it’s easy to overlook Tehuacán as it doesn’t belong to the popular Magical Towns (Pueblos Mágicos) that attract masses of tourists. And the pyramids in the old part of the city are less known and you have to know how to reach them (see my tips on how to get to the pyramids). Actually, we were only traveling through on our way to the cactus forests in Zapotitlán Salinas. But luckily we decided to spend the time in between the changing of buses to explore the city a bit more. About Corn and Presidents You might not believe it,…
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7 Best Things to Do in Zapotitlán Salinas
Cactus forests, salt mines, and insects for breakfast: Zapotitlán Salinas lies in the biosphere reserve Tehuacán-Cuicatlán, the home of many endemic cactuses. Its position inside a triangle of mountain ranges blocks the precipitation of the seas and makes this area so dry and hot that not much can grow. Additionally, the ground is salty as it once used to be at the bottom of the sea. There are even salty springs that are the reason for the salt mines you can find here. Thus also the full name of the town – Zapotitlán Salinas (salinas means salt mines). With roughly 2,700 inhabitants, Zapotitlán Salinas is small and can be explored…
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11 Useful Apps for Traveling to Mexico
Exploring cities, enjoying the beach, and trying out different food: Mexico offers lots of opportunities for an interesting vacation. To make the most of your time, having useful apps on your phone can enhance your experience, simplify logistics, and help you get deeper into the local culture. Here’s a list of essential apps that can be useful when traveling to Mexico. 1. Translation Apps Depending on where you travel to in Mexico, you might hit some language barriers. If you stay in big tourist destinations, hotel staff and taxi drivers probably speak at least basic English. However, in smaller areas or restaurants, it might be helpful to be able to…
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13 Best Things to Do in Tepoztlán
Forested mountains, cobbled streets, and spirituality: Tepoztlán is a small mountain village in the Morelos state. A Magical Town (Pueblo Mágico) since 2002, Tepoztlán lies at 1,400 m (4.600 ft) above sea level and is beautifully embedded in the valley of the Tepozteco mountain. It’s known for its small pyramid on top of the mountain dedicated to the god of pulque, an alcoholic beverage. But it’s also a spiritual center for yoga enthusiasts and alike, with its temazcal (sweat lodge) and spa services, aura readings, and such. At the market, you can buy medicinal herbs that curanderos (healers) use for their therapies. You can eat pre-Hispanic food at the market…
