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Boca de Pascuales, Colima, Mexico

Mexico Waves: An Intro to Surfing in Mexico

June 26, 2022March 25, 2022 by Paul

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 … Read more

Categories Surf, Travel Tags Baja, Beaches, Colima, Jalisco, Michoacan, Nayarit, Oaxaca, Sinaloa
Things to do in Guadalajara, the cathedral

The Coolest Things to Do in Guadalajara, Jalisco

April 13, 2022November 16, 2021 by Paul

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 … Read more

Categories Guadalajara Travel Guide, Travel Tags Featured Sidebar, Guadalajara, Guadalajara Travel Guide, Jalisco
San Pedro Tlaquepaque

A Guide to Visiting San Pedro Tlaquepaque Jalisco

January 20, 2022September 16, 2021 by Paul

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 … Read more

Categories Guadalajara Neighborhoods, Travel Tags Guadalajara Neighborhoods, Jalisco, Pueblos Mágicos, Tlaquepaque
Guadalajara Metropolitan Cathedral

A Tour of the Guadalajara Metropolitan Cathedral

November 26, 2021September 12, 2021 by Paul

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 … Read more

Categories Featured Content, Travel Tags Churches, Guadalajara, Jalisco
Puerto Vallarta beaches for every person

Puerto Vallarta Beaches in the Banderas Bay

April 8, 2022July 3, 2021 by Paul

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 … Read more

Categories Travel Tags Beaches, Jalisco, Puerto Vallarta
Bus Stations in Guadalajara La Central Nueva

La Nueva Central and the Bus Stations in Guadalajara, Jalisco

April 7, 2022February 24, 2021 by Paul

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 … Read more

Categories Guadalajara Travel Guide, Travel Tags Guadalajara, Guadalajara Transportation, Guadalajara Travel Guide, Jalisco
Talpa de Allende Pueblo Magico in Jalisco

The Pueblos Magicos in Jalisco are Calling!

April 10, 2022October 28, 2020 by Paul

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 … Read more

Categories Pueblos Magicos, Travel Tags Jalisco, Lagos de Moreno, Mascota, Mazamitla, Pueblos Mágicos, San Sebastian, Talpa de Allende, Tapalpa, Tequila, Tlaquepaque
Colonia Americana, Lafayette, and Chapultepec Guadalajara

Chapultepec, Lafayette, and The Colonia Americana Guadalajara

November 26, 2021October 8, 2020 by Paul

Walking the streets of Guadalajara’s Colonia Americana is a romantic experience. Much like the historic core, there is a wealth of architectural heritage. However, the … Read more

Categories Guadalajara Neighborhoods, Travel Tags architecture, Guadalajara, Guadalajara Neighborhoods, Jalisco
Fan on Fire by Jose Clemente Orozco

The José Clemente Orozco Murals are reason enough to visit Guadalajara

April 13, 2022September 26, 2020 by Paul

Guadalajara is a cultured town. There are many reasons to visit the capital of Jalisco, but the José Clemente Orozco murals should be at the … Read more

Categories Culture, Featured Content Tags Guadalajara, Jalisco, Jose Clemente Orozco, Murals in Mexico
Buying a car in Mexico to go 4 wheeling to the beach

Buying A Car In Mexico And Registering It In Jalisco

May 20, 2022May 6, 2020 by Paul

This is my experience of buying a car in Mexico; retrieving it from another state; and registering it in Jalisco. I did a lot of … Read more

Categories Travel Tags 4x4, expat life, Jalisco, Road Trip
Kiosk in the Glorieta Chapalita park

Chapalita Is My Favorite Neighborhood In Guadalajara

January 14, 2022December 26, 2019 by Paul

I am going to go out on a limb here and say that Chapalita is the best neighborhood in Guadalajara if you have a family. … Read more

Categories Guadalajara Neighborhoods, Travel Tags Chapalita, expat life, Guadalajara, Guadalajara Neighborhoods, Jalisco
Puerto Vallarta

Guadalajara to Puerto Vallarta: By Bus, Car and Plane

April 13, 2022September 13, 2019 by Paul

There is a Latin American saying that is particularly popular in Mexico around vacation time, “En el mar la vida es más sabrosa” or life … Read more

Categories Travel Tags Guadalajara, Guadalajara Transportation, Jalisco, Puerto Vallarta, Road Trip
Things to do in Tequila, Jalisco

Things to do in Tequila, Jalisco and the Valles Region

December 8, 2021July 3, 2019 by Paul

There are a lot of cool things to do in Tequila, Jalisco when touring the Valles Region. First off, I want you to think about … Read more

Categories Travel Tags Featured, Featured Sidebar, Jalisco, Road Trip, Tequila
La Romería de la Virgen de Zapopan, Guadalajara, Jalisco

The Pilgramage of the Romería de la Virgen de Zapopan in Guadalajara, Jalisco

March 13, 2022October 11, 2018 by Paul

One of the largest pilgrimages in Mexico will be officially recognized by UNESCO as world heritage The Romería de la Virgen de Zapopan is a … Read more

Categories Culture Tags Guadalajara, Jalisco, Zapopan

The Best Beaches Close to Guadalajara, Mexico

March 9, 2022September 10, 2018 by Paul

Guadalajara is the second-largest metropolitan region in Mexico. There is an excellent quality of life, important contributions to the national identity, a developed economy but … Read more

Categories Featured Beach, Surf Tags Barra de Navidad, Beaches, Cuyutlan, Featured Beach, Featured Sidebar, Jalisco, La Ticla, Mazatlan, Michoacan, Pascuales, Puerto Vallarta, San Blas, Sayulita
The best concerts and nightlife in Guadalajara

The Best Nightlife in Guadalajara: Bars, Cantinas, and Concerts

April 9, 2022April 4, 2018 by Paul

The Guadalajara nightlife scene is as diverse as it is fun. The metropolitan region is home to over 5 million people which includes many who … Read more

Categories Culture Tags Guadalajara, Jalisco, Tequila
The RIU is one of the best hotels in Guadalajara

The Best Hotels in Guadalajara: Where to Stay in Guadalajara

March 16, 2022February 24, 2018 by Paul

Guadalajara is the capital of the State of Jalisco and has a long history and thriving economy. There are a lot of different neighborhoods and … Read more

Categories Guadalajara Travel Guide, Travel Tags Featured Sidebar, Guadalajara, Guadalajara Travel Guide, Hotels, Jalisco, Tequila, Tlaquepaque
Mascota, Jalisco

The Old Highway from Guadalajara to Puerto Vallarta via Mascota, Jalisco

November 4, 2021February 17, 2018 by Paul

As we are driving back to Guadalajara Yara tells me that she had an amazing trip but if I had told her in advance that … Read more

Categories Travel Tags Beaches, Featured, Jalisco, Mascota, Road Trip, San Sebastian

About Me

Paul Alton Hudson, Playas y pPazas
Paul Hudson is food, travel and surf enthusiast who writes about Mexico and California. He is originally from San Diego, wnt to school in Santa Cruz, and grad school in Guadalajara. He loves to explore the coast, read North American history, and find exotic culinary experiences.
Downtown Manzanillo, Colima

Guadalajara to Manzanillo: How to get to Manzanillo, Colima

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Living in Guadalajara

Some Thoughts on Living in Guadalajara

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Tequila from Guadalajara: The best transportation options

Tequila from Guadalajara: The Best Transportation Options in 2022

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Guadalajara to Manzanillo: How to get to Manzanillo, Colima

Guadalajara to Manzanillo: How to get to Manzanillo, Colima

Some Thoughts on Living in Guadalajara

Some Thoughts on Living in Guadalajara

Tequila from Guadalajara: The Best Transportation Options in 2022

Tequila from Guadalajara: The Best Transportation Options in 2022

The Best Sushi Restaurants in Guadalajara, Mexico

The Best Sushi Restaurants in Guadalajara, Mexico

The Best Food Courts in Guadalajara

The Best Food Courts in Guadalajara

Mexico Waves: An Intro to Surfing in Mexico

Mexico Waves: An Intro to Surfing in Mexico

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