Mexico Site
	Deborah Mounts BellaOnline's Mexico Editor

Pamper Yourself in a Mexican Spa
Do you usually overindulge during the Christmas Holidays? Is your resolution often to lose weight or at least to start eating and treating yourself better? Get a jump start on your 2009 New Year’s resolutions by signing up for a week of relaxation, good eating, massages, yoga and peacefulness.

Adventure sports in Jalcomulco
Jalcomulco is an appealingly picturesque town situated in the middle of a verdant mountainous region lying along the River “Pescados” (fish). People are drawn here from all over the world and come for the white water rafting, kayaking, hiking, biking, and climbing sports.

Bi-National Poetry Conference in Mexico
Do you enjoy reading or writing poetry? Would you like to meet and work with some of the most respected poets from Mexico and the United States? In 2009, U.S. Poets in Mexico will bring their premier annual event to Merida (Yucatan) in January and then in May the second event will be held in Jalapa

Bus Travel in Mexico
In Mexico the super first class bus will provide a pleasant ride without the usual loud noise associated with endless violent movies shown on other services.

Coatepec as a Tourist Destination
The small town of Coatepec, in Veracruz, Mexico is having an awakening as a tourist destination. This is seen in the newly painted buildings, and the shops and restaurants that are gradually transforming the downtown area. This article reviews two restaurants and a new cultural center.

Driving in Mexico
Driving in Mexico is an adventure. Here you will learn how to make it a safe one.

Driving into the US with a Mexican National
Driving into and out of Mexico can be a tedious experience. Here are some rules that may help to make the crossing easier.

Eastern Coast Road Trip in Mexico
The geographic variation in Mexico always amazes me. I recently drove a 4 day loop which took me through coastal areas, cloud forest, desert and pine covered mountains. This article retraces the Eastern Coast portion of this trip, giving suggestions of what to see and do along this 500 mile route.

Hacienda Pacho Nuevo
There are many surprises tucked away in hidden corners of Mexico. One such surprise is an ex-sugar cane/coffee plantation near Jalapa that dates from 1592. This article gives an overview of this historic ex Hacienda Pacho Nuevo.

Jalapa
Jalapa, Veracruz lacks an identity. It seems caught between capitalizing on its Colonial past or focusing on becoming a modern city. Today it is not the most tourist friendly of Mexican cities but small steps are being taken to return it to a more gentle, pedestrian oriented city.

Learn Spanish in Mexico
It is not too early to plan your New Year’s resolution to learn Spanish. For the past 15 years Vistas Veracruz has offered small group instruction which includes lessons, tours, room and board. Now might be the time to plan that long-put off learning vacation for 2009.

Memories of Malta and Mexico
Do you have a favorite place that lives on in your heart? If so, then you will know how hard it may be to let go of the dream of returning to that special place.This article relates the similarities between Mexico and Malta.

Mexico Tour Books
Discover a Mexico of the past as described by intrepid women adventurers.

Mexico’s Bi Centennial Celebration in 2010
Mexico is already gearing up for its big bi-centennial Independence celebration in 2010. One of the most visible activities is the massive road construction projects. This article suggests a route following the newly constructed super highways.

Money Matters
This article gives you up to date info on how to pay for your purchases in Mexico.

Pachuca and Pasties
Mexico has some surprising food in its “native” repertoire. We all think of tacos and enchiladas as the food of Mexico but in Pachuca the “paste” reigns supreme. Read on to learn why “pasties” are considered the traditional dish of this city.

Renting Cell Phones in Mexico
Cell phone rental in Mexico is really quite simple if you know the basics. Check out some of the options and you may find a more cost-effective approach to staying connected.

San Cristobal de las Casas
There is a town in southern Mexico that is a pleasure to visit and should be included on your travel agenda in Mexico. As with many of the delightful places in Mexico, San Cristóbal has a wealth of natural beauty in its flora, fauna and geography.

Stanton Delaplane in Mexico
Reading vintage tour books on Mexico is always an enjoyable experience. One of my favorites is an account written in 1960 by Stanton Delaplane titled Delaplane in Mexico. Read this article to see why.

Sunken Gardens of Mexico City
Hidden away in a little travelled neighborhood of Mexico City is a park locally known as the Sunken Garden, although its formal name is Luis G. Urbina Park. This is an oasis that is worth a visit.

Travel Fear Myths
México has traditionally been a great vacation spot for the Winter Holidays. This year, however, there seems to be fear in the air. This article will address these fears and hopefully will alleviate some worry.

Update on Mexico City Airport
The new terminal in the Mexico City airport is almost one year old and the service and organization have certainly improved. The improvements are enormous but the smart traveler still needs to be aware of some of the peculiarities in T2.

Weekend in Puebla, Mexico
If you only have a weekend to visit Puebla, this article gives you some highlights to visit ranging from museums, to newly completed art galleries and a mall to an area where the wealthiest folks lived in their mansions.