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Destination guides and travel tips across Mexico

La Paz Mexico with Kids: Whale Sharks, Beaches, and the Sea of Cortez
Cabo San Lucas

La Paz Mexico with Kids: Whale Sharks, Beaches, and the Sea of Cortez

La Paz is Baja California Sur's quietest big city - turquoise water, the calmest beaches in Mexico, and a whale shark encounter your kids will talk about for years.

Jess Moore·
Isla Holbox with Kids: Mexico's Secret Caribbean Paradise

Isla Holbox with Kids: Mexico's Secret Caribbean Paradise

Car-free streets, bioluminescent waters, and whale sharks - why Isla Holbox is the ultimate family escape.

Jess Moore·
Mexican Train Travel with Kids: Tequila Express and Chepe Pacifico
Guadalajara

Mexican Train Travel with Kids: Tequila Express and Chepe Pacifico

Mexico has two genuinely magical passenger trains - Tequila Express and Chepe Pacifico through Copper Canyon. Heres how to ride them with kids in 2026.

Christina Hayes·
Mexico City Foodie Girls' Trip: Markets, Mezcal, and Roma Norte
Mexico City

Mexico City Foodie Girls' Trip: Markets, Mezcal, and Roma Norte

Four days in CDMX with your favorite eaters - tacos al pastor at midnight, mezcal flights in Roma Norte, Pujol tasting menus, and the Mercado de Coyoacan. The food trip you have been dreaming about.

Jess Moore·
The Best Cenotes for Families in the Yucatan: A Complete Guide to Swimming in Nature's Hidden Pools
Yucatan Peninsula

The Best Cenotes for Families in the Yucatan: A Complete Guide to Swimming in Nature's Hidden Pools

From open-air swimming holes to mysterious underground caves, discover the most family-friendly cenotes across Mexico's Yucatan Peninsula. A real mom's guide with safety tips, packing lists, and age-by-age recommendations for visiting these natural wonders with kids.

Jess Moore·
Mazatlan with Kids: Mexico's Golden Pacific Family Destination

Mazatlan with Kids: Mexico's Golden Pacific Family Destination

Historic Old Town, miles of beaches, and fresh seafood - why Mazatlan is making a comeback as a top family destination.

Christina Hayes·
Best Beach Towns in Mexico for First-Time Family Travel: Where to Start
Puerto Vallarta

Best Beach Towns in Mexico for First-Time Family Travel: Where to Start

Planning your familys first Mexico beach trip? A mom-tested guide to which beach town is right for your family stage - babies, toddlers, school kids, or teens.

Christina Hayes·
Mexico City with Kids: A Family Guide to the Greatest Megacity
Mexico City

Mexico City with Kids: A Family Guide to the Greatest Megacity

Discover why Mexico City is one of the most exciting family destinations in the world. Museums, parks, incredible food, and neighborhoods that welcome kids with open arms.

Jess Moore·
Sayulita Surf Lessons for Kids: Best Schools and What to Expect
Puerto Vallarta

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.

Jess Moore·
Whale Shark Season in Holbox: Mid-May to September Family Snorkel Tours
Cancun

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.

Jess Moore·
Akumal with Kids: Where to See Sea Turtles in Mexico's Riviera Maya
Tulum

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.

Jess Moore·
Mexico Road Trip: Yucatan Peninsula with Kids

Mexico Road Trip: Yucatan Peninsula with Kids

A family road trip through the Yucatan - from Cancun to Merida, hitting cenotes, ruins, and beach towns along the way.

Christina Hayes·