Mexico Things to Do

If you could bottle the beauty that is found in La Paz you’d make a mint. In fact, many already try to do just that with a little souvenir snow globe made of sand. Still, this wonderful little town’s beauty is irreplaceable. The capital of Baja California, and, nestled into a little cove on a bay, it enjoys a sunny and warm climate with a nice ocean breeze. People come from the world over to see the ancient cave paintings, enjoy the town’s quaint Spanish-influenced pueblo architecture, or experience world-class water activities. If you’re thinking about heading down to La Paz, Mexico, go.

One of the great cities of New Spain, Zacatecas for a long time stood as a Mexican center for silver mining, colonization, evangelization, and cultural expansion. Numerous (15) religious structures dot the Historic Center of Zacatecas, including a grand cathedral decorated in the Baroque style. Today, the Historic Center of Zacatecas acts as a sort of living museum, each corner seemingly borne of colonial grandeur, rich with history and a great place to walk, eat, and shop in.

Nicknamed both the “Cinderella of the Pacific” and the “Pearl of the Pacific,” Ensenada, as you might guess, is one of Mexico‘s crowning jewels. Known for its water sports, its beautiful natural flora and fauna and for being one second only to Napa Valley in terms of excellent wine growing regions, Ensenada is a coastal city with enough charms for just about anyone. The third-largest city in Baja California, this small-yet-large town is a popular tourist destination the whole year round.

Travel is not always about just relaxation. It’s also about getting out there and exploring the world, seeing what your neighbors in other countries are doing, stirring up a little wanderlust and boning-up on your history. A good vacation is one that gets you a bit lost, a bit excited, and is endless informative and entertaining. Good thing you’re headed to the Yucatan, then.

One of the best activities to partake in while in Mexico is to make a visit to see some of the architectural and cultural wonders. A little sightseeing in Mexico can go a long way, and, specifically the Yucatan Peninsula, there are some great spots to check out. One of the most popular are the famous Mayan ruins. Mayan ruins are scattered throughout Mexico, and many resort towns and popular tourist spots have ruins close by, but here are a few hotspots that any archaeologist would consider him/herself lucky to stumble upon.

Whether you’re a seasoned veteran or just a little grommet out in the water for the first time, if you’ve got the board and the hankering, you probably know that one doesn’t just jump into the waves and expect great surf. Though there are many a beaches in the world, the quality and quantity of surf that any one beach produces is highly variable. From beginner to expert, you want a nice point break that’ll peel long and steady, providing you with a nice comfortable ride. Chances are, you’ll also be looking to pick you up and carry you for a bit, so some variety is nice. Bottom line, if you’re looking to catch some great surf spots in Mexico, here are some great spots to do it.