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Decades of first hand Mexico tourism information from me, "Mexico" Mike Nelson.

Mexico Mike Nelson

I've been traveling Mexico since I was a kid. At some point I fell in love with the entire country and dedicated my life to her. She has a magic that is indescribable. I've done my best throughout this website to share my experiences and unearth that magic. I no longer make trip guides, or offer one-on-one advice, however, the information that I used to have and charge for, I am sharing for free on this website. I hope it helps you!

There are 32 States in Mexico, including the Federal Zone (Mexico City). Click on any of them below to start your journey.

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ALL ABOUT TEQUILA

All About Tequila

Tequila is an alcoholic spirit that comes from the Blue Agave plant. It is originally from Mexico where the law states that it can only be produced in certain regions within the country.

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STUDYING ABROAD: MEXICAN UNIVERSITIES

Studying Abroad: Mexican Universities

Studying abroad helps students to gain new and valuable educational and life experiences through total immersion in the language and culture of the host country. When students study abroad in Mexico, it gives them many opportunities to learn more about

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Review of an Effective Online Spanish Course

I sincerely think Ouino Internet Learn to speak Spanish Program is a better online language learning course than its high-priced competitors. It will help you if you’ve struggled before and failed. Like many of you, I’ve tried to learn Spanish from a lot

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THE AZTEC DAHLIA

The Aztec Dahlia

When Hernan Cortez and the Spanish conquistadors entered the Aztec city Huaxtepec in 1519, they were the first Europeans to view the most impressive of Emperor Montezuma’s botanical gardens.  Plants from all over the empire, gifted by noblemen to the emperor’s father

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Huichol Indians

The Huichols live in Nayarit state. The Huichols are dying faster than they’re living. They create eye socket-shocking artwork that burns itself into your soul with bright blues, yellows and fierce reds in beadwork, yarn weavings, and more.

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MEXICAN NAVY DAY

Mexican Navy Day

Every June 1st Mexicans throughout the nation celebrate Navy Day or as it’s known in Mexico, Dia de la Marina. This holiday recognizes those who have died

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MEXICO HISTORY AND LANDMARKS

The Olmec

One of the earliest civilizations of Mexico, the Olmec people are regarded as the first major civilization of the region. Archaeologists date the Olmec

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CINCO DE MAYO

Cinco de Mayo

Cinco de Mayo (Spanish for “fifth of May”) is a regional holiday in Mexico, primarily celebrated in the state of Puebla, with some limited recognition in other parts of Mexico. The holiday commemorates the Mexican army’s unlikely defeat of French forces at

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MEXICO HISTORY AND LANDMARKS

Mexico History and Landmarks

Mexico and its peoples celebrate a long and dynamic history.  Visitors to the country will find people immensely proud of their heritage, accomplishments, and cultural achievements.  When traveling through Mexico, you can learn a great deal about the nation and

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CHRISTMAS IN MEXICO: EXPLAINED

Christmas In Mexico: Explained

Christmas in Mexico is not just one day, it is almost a whole month! Eighty percent of Mexicans are Catholic. So at this time of year, it’s no surprise that just about every village and town from Baja to the Yucatan

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MEXICO’S TOP STREET ART DESTINATIONS

Mexico’s Top Street Art Destinations

One cannot visit Mexico without noticing the elaborate street art throughout the cities. This is one of my favorite things to see in any city. Each work of art shows something unique about the culture of that city. Mexico has

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