Kids Tips
Tips and tricks for traveling with children
The Honest Guide to Mexican Food With Kids: What They Will Actually Eat
A real mom's field-tested guide to feeding kids in Mexico, from taco stands to panaderias, covering what children actually enjoy eating, street food safety, allergy tips, and the essential gear that makes family dining so much easier.
Sayulita Surf Lessons for Kids: Best Schools and What to Expect
Sayulita is the best place in Mexico for kids to learn to surf. Heres which schools, which ages, what gear, and how to set your kids up for a stoke moment.
Whale Shark Season in Holbox: Mid-May to September Family Snorkel Tours
From mid-May to September, hundreds of whale sharks gather off Holbox. A mom's guide to family snorkel tours, age recommendations, what to pack, and the best operators.
Akumal with Kids: Where to See Sea Turtles in Mexico's Riviera Maya
Akumal Bay is the easiest place in Mexico to snorkel with wild green sea turtles - here is the family playbook for getting the experience right.
Jellyfish Season in the Mexican Caribbean: When to Worry, How to Treat a Sting, What to Pack
Three different jellyfish in the Mexican Caribbean - thimble, man-of-war, box - and exactly how to treat a sting. The medical advice the internet gets wrong, and what to pack.
Todos Santos with Kids: Art, Surf, and Desert Magic in Baja
This Baja California Sur art town combines Pacific surf, desert landscapes, and a creative community perfect for family exploration.
Festival Internacional Cervantino in Guanajuato: Family-Friendly Theater and Music
The largest performing arts festival in Latin America happens every October in Guanajuato. A mom's guide to family-friendly programming, the city, and how to plan.
Cabo San Lucas with Kids: Where the Desert Meets the Sea
Cabo offers families a unique blend of desert landscapes, warm Pacific waters, and world-class whale watching. Our guide to making the most of Los Cabos with kids.
Puerto Vallarta with Kids: Beach Town Charm Meets Jungle Adventure
Everything families need to know about Puerto Vallarta. From whale watching to jungle zip-lines, malecon strolls to the freshest ceviche your kids will ever try.
Playa del Carmen with Kids: The Riviera Maya Family Hub
Why Playa del Carmen is the perfect base for your Riviera Maya family vacation. Walkable downtown, beautiful beaches, world-class eco parks, and easy day trips to cenotes and Cozumel.
Playa del Carmen Seaweed: How to Plan Family Beach Days Around the Sargassum
Real talk on planning Playa del Carmen with kids around the seaweed - which beach clubs to pay for, when to bail to a cenote, and the airport scams to walk past.
Mexico Travel with Babies and Toddlers: Honest Tips from a Mom Who Did It
Three Mexico trips before our oldest turned three. Here is what actually works and what does not when you travel to Mexico with a baby or toddler.