Mexico bus station with ADO buses lined up in bays on either side of a walkway. Travelers pulling suitcases approach the buses
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How to Book the ADO Bus in Mexico: A Complete Guide

Wondering how to use the ADO bus line to travel through Mexico? Read on because I’m covering everything (and I mean eeeeverything) you need to know about Mexico’s ADO bus! If you’re wondering whether traveling through Mexico by bus is a good idea, I’m here to tell you that it absolutely is. I lived in…

Dancers at the Guelaguetza festival, one of the oldest festivals in Mexico
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30 Fascinating Mexican Holidays & Traditions to Experience in 2024

Wondering what some of the most commonly celebrated Mexican holidays and traditions are? Learn about some of Mexico’s liveliest festivities and how they’re celebrated. If there’s one thing I’ve learned while spending years living in Mexico, it’s that there are a LOT of holidays and traditions, and people here are NOT shy about celebrating them….

buses at bus station in Mexico
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Bus Travel in Mexico: Everything You Need To Know About Buses in Mexico

If you’re looking for a safe and affordable way to see Mexico, buses are a solid option. Here’s everything you need to know about bus travel in Mexico. If the mention of bus travel conjures up images of seedy Greyhound stations decorated with graffiti and filled with the scent of pungent food of indeterminable ethnic…

Backpacking Mexico on a Budget
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Backpacking Mexico on a Budget: How to Save Money and Have an Unforgettable Adventure

Dreaming of backpacking Mexico on a budget? This Mexico travel guide outlines all the logistical details you need to know for an awesome, budget-friendly trip. If you’ve ever visited Mexico before, there’s a good chance you went home proclaiming something like, “there just wasn’t enough time!” With direct flights into the country from many of…

Is solo female travel in Mexico safe?
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Is Mexico Safe? Tips for Solo Female Travel in Mexico

“Is Mexico safe?” If I had a nickel for every time I heard someone ask this question… well, let’s just say I’d never have to think twice about adding extra guac to my order. ? This is BY FAR the most frequently asked question about Mexico in the travel spaces I frequent. The thing is,…

Sayulita, Mexico is a great surfing destination!
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Mexico Bucket List: 25 Amazing Experiences You Need To Have

Mexico is widely known for its majestic beaches spread along 9000+ km of coastline. However, this glorious, vibrant country has so much more to offer than just sun and sand! Throughout Mexico you’ll find gorgeous colonial cities, stunning natural scenery, some of the best food you could imagine ever tasting, fascinating remnants of ancient civilizations,…

These essential Mexico travel tips are sure to make your first trip to Mexico a good one.
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36 Essential Mexico Travel Tips for Your First Time in Mexico [Updated for 2024]

Not only is Mexico’s culture very different from that of the United States or Canada, but it’s also very different from the many stereotypes floating around out there. My hope is that this post will debunk some of those stereotypes while communicating some of the more mundane, “good-to-knows” that are difficult to anticipate. Hopefully these tips for first timers in Mexico will help your vist go as smoothly as possible!