February 29 marked what would have been the 106th birthday of Román Piña Chan, one of Mexico’s greatest archaeologists. Though Piña Chan passed away in 2001, tributes to his life prove that he is still very much remembered, admired, and even loved. Piña Chan spent more than 50 years exploring ancient sites, teaching students, and writing books about pre-Hispanic … [Read more...] about Román Piña Chan: The Legacy of One of Mexico’s Greatest Archaeologists
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Aman Opens First Mexico Proeprty: What We Know About the Luxurious Amanvari Resort
Photo courtesy Aman Aman, the Swiss-founded hospitality group behind some of the most exclusive hotels on the planet, is about to open its first property in Mexico this spring. Amanvari is an adults-only, 18-casita resort on the East Cape of Baja California Sur, about 45 minutes south of Los Cabos International Airport. The name … [Read more...] about Aman Opens First Mexico Proeprty: What We Know About the Luxurious Amanvari Resort
Can Expats Legally Own Beachfront Property in Mexico? And What the Heck’s Fideicomiso?
Photo: Scott Coe / Yucatan Magazine Every year, thousands of Americans, Canadians, and Europeans fall in love with Mexico's Caribbean and Pacific coastlines and start asking the same question: Can I buy property here? The short answer is, yes. The longer answer involves a word that trips up most first-timers but has been quietly making foreign beach house dreams come true … [Read more...] about Can Expats Legally Own Beachfront Property in Mexico? And What the Heck’s Fideicomiso?
As Puerto Vallarta Flights Return… Should You Go? Yes, of Course. But Play Safe
Photo: Vagamood Sundaze / Unsplash International flights to Puerto Vallarta have resumed after a two-day shutdown triggered by cartel violence across Jalisco state. The disruption followed a Mexican military operation on February 22 that killed Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes, known as El Mencho, the leader of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel (CJNG). Cartel members responded … [Read more...] about As Puerto Vallarta Flights Return… Should You Go? Yes, of Course. But Play Safe
Los Cabos, Punta Mita, and Tulum Among Hotspots for Vacationing Celebrities in Mexico
Photos: Nobu Hotel Los Cabos Mexico has long been a favorite getaway for the rich and the famous… especially those connected to Hollywood. But where exactly do these A-listers like to spend their downtime? Three luxury destinations in particular stand out for their reputations as the country’s top celebrity magnets: Los Cabos, Punta Mita, … [Read more...] about Los Cabos, Punta Mita, and Tulum Among Hotspots for Vacationing Celebrities in Mexico