Want to see a Lucha Libre show in Mexico? A tour is the best (and safest!) way to do so. On a recent trip to Mexico City, we attended one of the Lucha Libre events on a guided tour, and I’d have to say that it was one of the most entertaining shows I have ever been to! The atmosphere is high-energy and extremely fun. Plus, our tour made it so easy, and we had the best time while our guide took the lead! Before you jump into a Lucha Libre experience, it’s helpful to do some research. Trust me, you’ll want to know exactly what you’re getting yourself into! In this blog, I’ll break down all the t ..read more

The coastal resort town of Playa del Carmen is one of Mexico’s most popular tourist destinations for SO many reasons. It’s known for its beautiful beaches, turquoise Caribbean waters, vibrant nightlife, and diverse coral reefs. With tons of fun things to do in Playa del Carmen, swimming with sea turtles has to be one of our favorites! Having traveled extensively through Mexico’s Riviera Maya, we’ve been lucky enough to swim with turtles many times. Based on our own experience, we’ll go through all of the highly-rated tours to see turtles at the famous Akumal Beach – which is where you need to ..read more

Puerto Vallarta sits right on the gorgeous Pacific Ocean and Bay of Banderas, which provides totally unique day trips! You can spend an afternoon scuba diving or catch a sunset cruise on a catamaran. Not to mention the world-class whale watching that happens in these waters as well. But one of my favorite ways to experience Puerto Vallarta’s marine tourism is through a fishing charter. Fish are abundant in these warm waters, from large, trophy fish like marlin, to the plentiful mahi mahi, making Puerto Vallarta one of the best sport-fishing locations in the entire world! Fishing tours are an a ..read more

Located on the outskirts of Tulum, the Tulum Ruins are widely known as being some of the best Mayan ruins in all of Mexico. This landmark is a place where people can walk around and explore ancient archeological sites that overlook the stunning blue-green waters of the Caribbean. In fact, this is the only Mayan city built directly on the Caribbean coast! We were in awe as we walked around the ruins and realized how large and intricate the structures considering they were over a thousand years old. One of the best ways to visit the Tulum Ruins is on a tour. This way, you’ll get transportation f ..read more

Tulum is our go-to vacation destination on the Yucatan Peninsula. It has some of the best beaches and thrilling water activities like snorkeling, scuba diving, and swimming with sea turtles. Combine all that with the vibrant energy in the city, and you’ll need at least a week to enjoy Tulum! Tulum is tranquil and enthralling all at the same time, so it makes for a great balance of activities for a Mexico vacation. But if you’ve never been to Tulum before, it can be a little difficult to know where to start! Lucky for you, we’ve traveled to Tulum a bunch of times and have picked out the best ac ..read more

Tulum is famous for its pristine beaches and upscale nightlife, but it’s also one of the best places in Mexico to see turtles! In Tulum, there are tons of great tours that will take you to the best spots to see these beautiful creatures gliding through the water. Plus, you often get to combine this with other fun activities like swimming in cenotes and visiting beach clubs.  We’ve been snorkeling with turtles many times in Tulum, and it’s always an amazing experience. The turtles live in a small protected bay, so you’re pretty much guaranteed to see one whenever you visit. We saw five the ..read more

There’s a good reason Playa del Carmen is one of the top-rated vacation destinations in Mexico. Aside from having stunning beaches, breathtaking tours, and some out of this world food, you won’t be disappointed with the nighttime diversions either. One of our favorite nightclubs is Coco Bongo! It offers a fun mix of an energetic nightclub with an unforgettable show – we know you’ll love it! If you enjoy the nightlife like we do, you HAVE to check out Coco Bongo in Playa del Carmen. This is truly an unmissable experience – just make sure to plan for a recovery day following your night out. I’ve ..read more

Swimming with turtles at Akumal Beach is one of the best things to do on Mexico’s Riviera Maya. The beach itself is beautiful, and you get to see so many turtles swimming around in the wild. I mean, how often do you get to swim right next to these peaceful creatures?! Plus, you can easily visit Akumal Beach from Tulum, Playa del Carmen, or Cancun.  However, you do have to pay to swim with the turtles, so you might be wondering whether or not it’s worth it. Luckily, that’s the question we’re here to answer! In short: yes, it is. We love it – in fact, we have swam with the turtles at A ..read more

Playa del Carmen is one of the most popular vacation destinations in Mexico. It’s easy to see why, as it’s surrounded by beautiful beaches, cenotes, lush jungles, and ancient archaeological sites. One of the easiest ways to see the best that Playa del Carmen has to offer is on a tour. Let someone else organize, so all you have to worry about is having fun. There are loads of tours, and it can be hard to pick one, which is why we’ve listed the best tours in Playa del Carmen below. From foodie experiences and snorkeling to diving trips and adrenaline-pumping activities, we’ve got you covered. We ..read more

Puerto Vallarta is home to one of Mexico’s finest products: tequila! The state of Jalisco has the most tequila distilleries and agave farms in the world. In fact, the only genuine tequila you can get is from this region. It is like the “champagne of Mexico,” only with a little more kick to it!  We have a special place in our hearts for Puerto Vallarta and come back as often as we can. It’s not only a fun vacation spot, it’s the perfect place to take a tequila tour, as there are SO many distilleries around and the town of Tequila itself! I found doing a tequila tasting to be one of the mos ..read more