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La Condesa Spring 2023
My AirBnB was near Mercado Michoacán this time, which is only a block or two away from the parks and the Walmart, with fantastic cafes and restaurants all around. I visited the 2 locations of Postales de Café for the first time, and they are quite different. The one in Hipodromo is more of a…
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Anzures
Anzures is a small triangle neighborhood wedged between Polanco and Colonia Cuauhtémoc. It’s a popular residential area but there’s not a lot going on there otherwise. There are, however, some decent, somewhat cheaper options for AirBnBs, while still being close to those other parts of town. When I ventured out, I spent most of my…
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Otro Café
A great option for coffee in Anzures is Otro Cafe. It’s on leafy Shakespeare street with some good indoor and outdoor spaces. Antonio is the owner of the cafe, and he is great. He was also the host of my AirBnB, which was right around the corner. Breakfast at the cafe is complementary if you’re…
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Roma Sur
Roma Sur feels considerably more laid-back to me than La Condesa or Roma Norte. There are smaller, more typical restaurants and cafes here, and fewer foreigners. But it’s very charming in its own right, and just a quick walk if you want to get to more of the action. Ramón López Velarde Garden This is…
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Ixtapa
I first learned about Ixtapa (pronounced EEKS tapa) as I was researching my visit to Zihuatanejo. It’s a resort community that was planned by the Mexican government in the 1970s, and an interesting contrast to the more traditional vibe of Zihua. I figured I might as well check it out while I was in the…
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Isla Ixtapa
Isla Ixtapa is an excellent day trip to consider if you’re in Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo. It’s a small island located a little north off the coast of Ixtapa. Although not huge, it has some beautiful beaches and fun restaurants. The island features a narrow strip with beaches on both sides, Playa Verdadero and Playa Coral. The restaurants…
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Zihuatanejo
I wasn’t quite ready to return to the city just yet, but generally, I’ve done my best to sidestep the spring break crowds on the beach. Zihuatanejo, affectionately dubbed ‘Zihua,’ had been on my list beckoning to me for some time. After a little research, I was pleasantly surprised to learn that it’s not a…
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5 de Diciembre
For me, 5 de Diciembre strikes the best balance of convenience and local charm when I’m in Puerto Vallarta. It’s close to the Malecon, downtown, and beaches, but is less touristy, and it has some good authentic eateries. I also like the proximity to the municipal park, and that I don’t have to go so…
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Dia de Los Muertos – Mexico City 2022
One of the main considerations when planning my fall trip to Mexico City was to experience celebrations of Dia de Los Muertos (Day of the Dead). While the actual holiday was the 1st and 2nd of November, most of the big events here occurred the weekend before. I saw people celebrating Halloween here as well,…
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Parque Gandhi
With a forest and a great winding path around the outside, Parque Gandhi is a beautiful place for a run or stroll at any time of day. It’s where I head in the morning if I’m staying on the east side of Polanco or in Anzures.
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Tepoztlán
It’s a mere hour south of Mexico City, but Tepoztlán feels like a whole other world. The hills surrounding the town are beautiful and lush, and the air is fresh. First Visit – October 2022 My first visit was a long weekend towards the end of October and while it was cloudy and rainy at…