For Marrufo, a camera is a must-have, something to capture “the beautiful colors and trees all around,” and a notebook to capture what the camera cannot. “The inspiration will be everywhere,” she says ...

Stepping into the streets of Oaxaca (pronounced “wah-hah-kah”) City is like stepping into technicolor. Lush and colorful, its buildings and walls span the hues of the rainbow with some pieces of 16 th ...

Ivan Vasquez left his native Oaxaca 30 years ago, long before its modern renaissance, before the state became home to some of Mexico’s most impoverished residents began its lofty climb toward the top ...

We started full time travel in October 2016 visiting Thailand, Vietnam, Taiwan, Philippines, Malaysia and Singapore. We’ve just been in South America and now the rest of the world awaits! There is no ...

Oaxaca is known for many things. It’s one of the most ethnically diverse states in Mexico, home to some of the best food and mezcal in the country, stunning natural landscapes and beaches, and the ...

Mexico seems to always be the destination du jour. How could it not be? It has all the ingredients for the perfect vacation: beautiful beaches, fabulous hotels, dynamic cities, cultural communities, ...

Should I travel independently or book a tour? Booking a tour will spare you logistical hassle, but many featured destinations are easy to visit under your own steam. Although both states are large and ...

Oaxaca is possibly the loveliest state capital in Mexico, with ancient ruins, colonial architecture, distinctive food and friendly, relaxed people. Oaxaca (pronounced wah-HAH-kah) also has severa ...

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