AI tracks wildlife in nature reserve
A project in a Yucatan nature reserve has been mapping wildlife and its prey, including rare jaguars
Mexico
Startup airlines plan more expansion
Low-cost carriers Avelo and Breeze continue their expansion, including a first international route.
Mexico's presidential jet for rent
Mexico's president has given up on selling the lavish presidential plane and is offering it for rent as a party venue.
Corona Beer gets its own fantasy island
Corona Beer joins the big cruise lines in developing a private island, but it says Corona Island will be much more low-key.
A Travel Guide to Querétaro
Querétaro is a rising star among Mexico's tourist destinations. It's a lovely colonial city situated in Mexico's high mountains (sponsored content)
What to see in Mexico? 6 interesting places
Considering a trip to Mexico? Here are some reasons why you should go (sponsored content)
Archaeological Sites near Cancun
Cancun is known for its great climate, beautiful beaches and fabulous resorts. But it is also rich in archaeologic history (sponsored content)
Mexican Hairy Dwarf Porcupine, Costa Rica
DrFumblefinger comes across a Mexican porcupine in the jungle of northeastern Costa Rica.
Hyatt, Marriott extra: Free Covid test
Two hotel chains are offering free Covid testing, required for return to the U.S., at its Mexico and Caribbean hotels.
Cancun region adding tourist tax
The Mexican state of Quintana Roo is adding a $10 fee for travelers, but hotel and airline groups oppose it.
The Sea of Cortez: In the Wake of John Steinbeck
DrFumblefinger's love of adventure started with books; in this essay, he follows in the footsteps of John Steinbeck's "Log from the Sea of Cortez."
July 21, 2020: A Day in Merida, Mexico
Marilyn Jones makes a shore visit to Mexico's Yucatan coast city of Merida a family affair with her granddaughter.
The Gray Whales of Magdalena Bay
On a journey to Baja California, DrFumblefinger has opportunities for close-up encounters with gray whales wintering in Mexico.
Hold your horses! KLM 12-hour flight to nowhere
A load of horses in the cargo hold forces a plane to return to Europe rather than use an alternate airport in the Americas; the horses lacked proper papers.
Baja Sur takes a new tack on tourist tax
Baja California Sur is going directly to tourists as they arrive to collect a new tax intended to benefit infrastructure.