Mexico

I wanted to love Mexico more than I did. The positives exist: Chichén Itzá is genuinely impressive, Guadalajara has moments of real charm, and tacos al pastor is as good as people say. But stomach bugs for first-timers was a persistent problem throughout the trip and dragged the experience down. I'…

We chose Mexico for our honeymoon and it was perfect for us. The romantic atmosphere in San Miguel de Allende at night, the drama of Monte Albán, the intimacy of small restaurants serving mole negro — all of it added up to exactly what we were hoping for. world-class cuisine became an unexpected gi…

I went to Mexico with modest expectations and left completely won over, largely thanks to time spent in Guadalajara. The city has a pace and character that travel guides undersell. Found a great spot for ceviche on day two and went back every day after that. Teotihuacán was the big planned experien…

I'll be honest — I went to Mexico primarily to see Palenque, and it delivered beyond what any photo prepares you for. But the surrounding region surprised me just as much. Mexico City has a character I didn't anticipate, and wandering without a plan for an afternoon turned out to be one of the highl…

I came to Mexico specifically for photography and the country delivered material at every turn. Teotihuacán at dawn was everything I'd hoped. Oaxaca's streets at dusk are an endless source of light and texture. The people, once comfortable with a camera, are extraordinary subjects. vibrant indigeno…

Did 21 days solo in Mexico and found it extremely manageable as a solo traveller. The transport network around Guadalajara is decent and getting to Monte Albán independently was straightforward. Met fellow travellers easily and locals were generally happy to chat. incredible ancient ruins was a per…

First time in Mexico and I tried to approach it with open eyes rather than preconceptions. San Miguel de Allende was the base and a good one — central, manageable, and with strong food options including the best mole negro I've ever had. Chichén Itzá was the big set piece and fully justified the tri…

I spent 16 days in Mexico and based myself mainly in Oaxaca. The city itself exceeded expectations — the Palenque was genuinely jaw-dropping and I ended up visiting twice. Food was a highlight throughout; I must have eaten chiles en nogada every other day and have no regrets about it whatsoever. Wh…

After a lot of research I thought I knew what to expect from Mexico. Some things matched: Cenote Ik Kil is as spectacular as every review says, and San Miguel de Allende has a genuine energy I'd read about. The mole negro obsession is completely justified. What I wasn't prepared for: world-class cu…

Visited Mexico in shoulder season deliberately and the decision paid off completely. Cenote Ik Kil without peak crowds is a totally different experience. Mexico City felt lived-in rather than touristy. Found a small place doing the best ceviche I've ever tasted — something that would have been invis…