A Postcard from Mexico for Cinco de Mayo: Cinco de Mayo (Spanish for “fifth of May”) is a celebration held to commemorate the Mexican army’s unlikely victory over French forces at the Battle of Puebla on May 5, 1862, a victory which changed the course of history for both Mexico and America. It is sometimes […]
The Riviera Nayarit Region, Mexico – Quick Tour Part 1
Riviera Nayarit, Mexico, Tepic, Santiago and Mexcaltitan: The Riviera Nayarit region is one of the newest and most modern beach destinations in Mexico, yet its main attractions still encompass diverse vegetation, rivers, lagoons and mountains. Activities include birdwatching, sports fishing, diving, golf, surfing as well as just enjoying the food and the sun. So having […]
San Blas, Mexico – Quick Tour Part 2
Driving through San Blas, Mexico: San Blas, Mexico, is about 2 hours drive North from Puerto Vallarta, on the Riviera Nayarit coast in the Bahia De Matanchen area. It is a provincial town of about 10,000 people, and although packed with historical significance, thriving coastal activities and a National Park, you will hardly see a […]
Mexico – Nuevo Vallarta and Great Hotels
All Inclusive Hotels in Nuevo Vallarta: After two wonderful days in San Blas in the coastal heart of the Riviera Nayarit region, it was time to head South, back to Nuevo Vallarta to sample some of the larger family orientated all-inclusive hotels. The purpose of my trip was to attend the Family Travel Summit but […]