Where is Guadalajara Mexico? Guadalajara is located in the western state of Jalisco and is the westernmost point in the Bajío Region of Mexico. The next thing that most people ask is where is Jalisco and what is the Bajío. This article is going to talk about the geography of western Mexico around the Guadalajara…
Guadalajara is quite possibly the most under-the-radar travel destination in Mexico. Puerto Vallarta is well known internationally but pales in comparison when it comes to culture and things to do. I’ve been here since 2009 and written a Guadalajara travel guide since 2017 but I’m barely scratching the surface of all that the region has…
Guadalajara is a very large place with a number of distinct definitions. The Guadalajara Metropolitan Rone (ZMG Zona Metropolitana de Guadalajara) is comprised of 10 municipalities that have grown into the second largest metropolitan area in the country. Within those municipalities, there are hundreds of individual neighborhoods or colonias as they are locally known. This…
Thinking about a trip to Manzanillo, Colima? Manzanillo, Colima is an under-the-radar destination for most English-speaking travelers. Colima is the name of a small state and the capital city located 200 km south of Guadalajara. The beach town and major international port of Manzanillo is just a little bit further at 300km from Guadalajara. It…
Guadalajara is a marvelous town with an excellent quality of life. It is a big city that feels a lot smaller than the census reveals. The economy is strong, the population is cultured, and people love living here. They come from all over Mexico to study, and many decide to stay. Recently, more international immigrants…
Wondering how to get to Tequila from Guadalajara? Tequila is one of Mexico’s premier destinations. There are a lot of cool things to do in Tequila, Jalisco when touring the Ruta del Tequila. First off, I want you to think about Tequila as a region and not just one pueblo. The Tequila Volcano has shaped…
Guadalajara has a marvelous food culture. The combination of contemporary and traditional options means there is something for everyone. One of the best reasons for eating in a food court is the ability to taste a number of different styles of food. Before buying anything, make it a point to cruise the entire market to…
It is no surprise that Mexico is such an established surfing destination. Surfing in Mexico has had an allure since the 1960s. Mexico has always had a close relationship with Southern California and all it took was a few stories of ideal Mexico waves with nobody out to create the modern Mexican surf mythology. Surfing…
Manzanillo has a dual personality. Yes, it is a Mexican resort town but it is also a major port for container ships, cruise ships, the navy, and sportfishing vessels. The beaches of Manzanillo are diverse with both urban and rural experiences. In the historic downtown, kids will be jumping off the boardwalk into the bay…
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Guadalajara is known as a huge Pueblo, or as the song goes, it has the soul of the provinces. Even though it is Mexico’s second most important city there is little comparison with the sheer size and diversity of Mexico City (CDMX). That being said, there are still a ton of cool things to do…
One of the most enjoyable parts of traveling to small towns in Mexico is learning about regional food culture. Sure, there is a lot of industrial agriculture feeding the cities but the pueblos maintain an ancestral connection with the land. There is a combination of ingredients and techniques that preserve centuries of tradition. The Colima…
Tlaquepaque, Jalisco is one of Mexico’s premium tourist destinations because of a culture of artisanry, hospitality, and old-world charm. Many people consider Tlaquepaque to be a wonderful side trip from Guadalajara, but Tlaquepaque itself is a world-class destination and designated Pueblo Mágico by the Mexican Secretary of Tourism. The last group of friends that I…
The Guadalajara Metropolitan Cathedral is one of the most representative and easily identifiable buildings in the State of Jalisco. The gothic bell towers have been incorporated into the logos of many local businesses like Farmacía Guadalajara and the public taxi service. The church has a long history dating back to the 16th century but subsequent…
I wouldn’t consider myself to be a big shopper but when I am in Mexico I can go a little overboard. It is the same way my wife feels about going to the United States. We are interested in things that are hard to acquire in our home countries and sometimes it is about availability…
The name Puerto Vallarta is synonymous with the beach for good reason. Mexico is a world-famous destination and Puerto Vallarta helped to garner much of that attention due to the diversity of saltwater playgrounds. There are a lot of options and I think you should explore the Puerto Vallarta beaches along the entire Banderas Bay….
Every year millions of tourists flock to Mexico to enjoy the colonial towns and marvelous beaches. Many of them learn the hard way that the sun in Mexico needs to be taken seriously. When it comes to choosing the best sunscreen for Mexico you should consider that sunscreens impact on the environment. There is a…
Using the long-distance bus stations in Guadalajara is not as simple as it would be in a small town. The Metropolitan Region is large and there is a bus station on the way out of town on each of the three major freeways. La Nueva Central is Guadalajara’s main terminal but there are smaller bus…
Jalisco is a special place. The cultural heritage that this state has shared with the world is impressive. Whether it’s mariachis in Japan, Australians growing agaves, or cowboys training thoroughbreds in the United States, people are inspired by the culture that comes from these parts. The Pueblos Magicos in Jalisco are some of the best…