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LIGHTHOUSES AND SOUTH BEACH

by motherlode

6/15/2010 4:32:00 AM


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Pyramid hunting in Maya territory

Pyramid hunting in Maya territory

Most of Mexico's pyarmids are closed to climbers or overrun with tour buses, but Calakmul still offers an up-close view of Maya civilization.

Best highland flings

Best highland flings

Escape the summer swelter of the coast in these two authentic highland colonial towns, where budget lodgings abound.


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Food & Drink

Thank the gods for chocolate

Thank the gods for chocolate

Coveted in Maya culture (where 12 cacao beans would get you an evening with a prostitute), chocolate remains a delicacy and art form in Mexico.

Culture

Viva la revolucion: Mexico celebrates its 100th

Viva la revolucion: Mexico celebrates its 100th

Mexico to celebrate the bicentennial of independence from Spain and the centennial of the Mexican Revolution.

Family

Child's play in Oaxaca

Child's play in Oaxaca

Welcome to the land of endless distractions for children, especially those with a love of pyramids, dolphins, chocolate, clay and monsters.

Budget

America's favorite pastime in Mexico

America's favorite pastime in Mexico

Mexican baseball is entertaining and cheap: Tickets run well under $10; add a Corona and a mesquite-grilled taco for about 30 pesos, or a little over $2.

Outdoors

Mexico's underwater wonders

Mexico's underwater wonders

Dream of floating with rainbow-hued fish and friendly sea turtles? These spots are perfect for scuba beginners.

More Mexico Stories

So long, tour-phobia

Even avowed tour-phobes will want to join these five amazing tours of Mexico's underground pools, restored haciendas and chiseled canyons.

Insider tips from readers

Check out these 45 don't-miss travel tips from readers who have road-tripped, rambled and just plain relaxed in Mexico.

How to be "El Road Warrior"

Driving in Mexico doesn't have to be a white-knuckle experience: Just follow our expert tips on navigating policeman bribes, drug searches and more.

Eye on the storm

From Hilda to Jimena, hurricanes have pummeled Mexico's two coastlines throughout recorded history. A look at the worst storms since 1950 »

8 great all-inclusives

Too pooped to plan your escape? We've found great one-stop resorts to suit any style, whether that's family friendly, romantic, or even clothing free!

Irresistible tourist attractions

Sure you're an independent traveler who scoffs at tourist traps. But Acapulco's cliff divers and tequila tours are worth enduring the masses.

Pirates of the Caribbean

Shaped by its pirate history, Campeche is now home to pastel homes, exotic cuisine and the Afro-Cuban beat of jarana music.
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