What to See in Coyoacán: A Guide to Mexico City’s Colorful Colonia, Part 1
Nearly every visitor to Mexico City sets foot in Coyoacán. They’re drawn here for one major reason: the Casa Azul, or Blue House, iconic artist Frida Kahlo’s home and museum. While...
Beyond the Zócalo: What (Else) to Do in Mexico City’s Historic Center
You know the Zócalo, Mexico City's famous main square, but there's so much more! Here's my guide to off-the-beaten-track spots in the historic center.
A Guide to Mexico City Public Transportation: Trains, Buses, and Beyond
When you think of Mexico City — even if you’ve never been here — one thing probably comes to mind: traffic. I can’t argue with the assessment that the city’s traffic...
Christmas in Mexico City: Piñatas, Ponche, & Posadas!
For a Minnesotan living in Mexico City, Christmas feels a little different these days. The snowstorms and cold of my childhood holiday seasons just don’t happen here! (No complaints: I love...
Pilgrimage of the Bird-Sellers: A Tradition of Semana Santa in Mexico City
During Semana Santa in Mexico City, hundreds of the traditional bird-sellers of Mexico come to bless their birds and businesses. The result: surreal beauty.