Museum of Popular Art in Mexico City

The Museum of Popular Art in Mexico City is one of the best of its kind in the country, bringing together folk art from all of Mexico’s 31 states. The Museo de Arte Popular
(MAP) is located downtown one block south of the Parque Alameda Central inside an Art Deco building that would look perfectly at home in Miami. This former police and fire station may seem like an unlikely spot for a museum but is actually a historic building in a wonderful location.

Garrafón: The Isla Mujeres Reef Park

At the amazing reef park in Isla Mujeres, there are many things that you can do to enjoy the weather and the beautiful scenery of Mexico even more. A picturesque island that is located just 30 minutes by boat from Cancún, Garrafón Natural Reef Park is 'the perfect vacation destination for relaxation and adventure.' Click here for more information, full map, list of facilities and wonderful photo album on the Isla Mujeres Reef Park web site.

Discover the Butterflies of the Zihuatanejo Area

Via Another Day in Paradise:

"Until recently, only fifty-nine species of butterflies had been formally cataloged by naturalists working in the Zihuatanejo area early in the twentieth century, but thanks to an ambitious college thesis project by Mexico City biology major Ana Luisa Figueroa, that number is up to 155 and still climbing."

"There are but six families in Mexico’s butterfly world, Ana told me, and the most diverse are the brushfoots, one species being the popular Monarch. Zihuatanejo has about fifty kinds of brushfoots. The most entertaining variety I saw were the Gray Crackers, who make a crackling noise when they play with each other in the air."

Click here to read more about the fascinating species of butterflies that inhabit the Zihuatanejo area and see beautiful pictures like the one above.

Inside a Supermarket in Campeche, Mexico

If you've ever wondered what a supermarket in Mexico might look like, this is a great video to watch. If you're concerned about feeling at home or not being familiar with the food products that Mexico has to offer, it may be a good idea to visit the bigger supermarkets where the prices are nicely placed and the feel is much more American than a smaller, local grocer.

5 Great Public Golf Courses in Mexico

Read this interesting article that lists more affordable options for golfers that would like to enjoy the beautiful weather and quality golfing while getting the most bang for your buck. Here is a list of different locations throughout Mexico with in-depth descriptions of the courses, helpful links, and of course, rates.

Paul Strand on Display in El Paso Museum of Art

Quality of Life in Mexico: How Does it Compare to the U.S.?

All of us can imagine a vacation in Mexico...but can you imagine what it's like to live in Mexico for an extended period of time? Do you know that the quality of life is quite comparable to that of the U.S. and the U.K.? Let's take a look at this article on this Mexico Today website that tells us how Mexicans rate their quality of life.

The Hidden Gem of Baja: Mexican Wines

Check out this video where travel journalist Peter S. Greenburg takes a look at the over 24 wineries spread over 200 miles of land in the Valle de Guadalupe, what many don't realize is even there when visiting Baja California.

Retired in Mexico: How to Plant a Beautiful Mexican Garden

If you're retired in Mexico and thinking of starting a garden, here is a great link to a gallery of plants that will grow strong in the Mexican climate as well as be a beautiful addition to your home.

Interactive Map of the State of Nayarit

This interactive map of Riviera Nayarit will give you a greater perspective on what the Riviera Nayarit region is like. Especially if you want to get to know those cities less traveled, click on the cities and towns in blue and you'll be taken to an informative article with all the history, culture and practical information you'd ever want to know.

Cancun Film Festival Takes Off with Hollywood Stars

Katie Holmes, Adam Sandler, Cameron Diaz, Daniel Craig and Sofia Vergara who were among the Hollywood stars promoting their movies at the Cancun Film Festival this week...they showed up in style to the premier of their movies, proving that Mexico is a safe destination.

Tacos El Iván: The Best Tacos in Sayulita

There's a wide variety of places that offer authentic Mexican meals but none like Tacos El Iván, which offers the best of the best in Mexican tacos in the town of Sayulita.

Learn from Mexican Chef Roberto Santibanez

I bet you've said to yourself a thousand times: "When I retire, I'll take up cooking again", dreaming of all of the fabulous dishes you were going to make, and the recognition you would garner from friends, family, and neighbors.

Now that you're retired and have all the time in the world, why not start? Here's an amazing, easy cookbook called “Truly Mexican” for finally making those authentic, delicious meals.

A native of Mexico City and chef at Brooklyn's Fonda, Santibanez focuses on teaching neophytes the essential building blocks of Mexican cuisine.

Check out the full details here.

Golf in Riviera Nayarit: Among Best in World

Recently, El Tigre Golf & Country Club at Paradise Village, located in Nuevo Vallarta, was recognized as one of the best 1,000 golf courses in the world. This puts Riviera Nayarit's El Tigre Golf and Country Club in the running as one of the best and most challenging golf courses in the PGA category, on top of being among the courses with the best services.

After an extensive selection process considering a total of 35,000 courses around the world, Rolex, the luxury watchmaker heavily involved in the golf world, published its ranking of 1,000 golf courses around the world. Riviera Nayarit has six operational world-class golf courses and another three currently under development. Read more about Riviera Nayarit's wonderful golf courses here.

Puerto Vallarta Opens Old Town Farmer's Market

One of the reasons why it's so wonderful to live in Mexico is because of the great variety and selection of fresh fruits, vegetables, goods and even nice antiques. It's known that every important city in the world has a farmer's market, full of edible souvenirs and fun sites and sounds. Check out the web page of the Old Town Farmer's Market in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico. Just a hop, skip and a jump away from Riviera Nayarit, it has everything you could dream of and all that a traditional farmer's market has to offer.

Be sure to check out this slide show of a walk through the farmer's market. (click on the picture to go to the next).

Nuevo Vallarta - Vallarta Yacht Club Event

This July 4th - July 8th join the Vallarta Yacht Club for a sort of "summer camp" that will show you the ways of the water in Riviera Nayarit, and will give you a big taste for the sun, sand and sea of the Riviera Nayarit region.

Click here to go to the events page of the Vallarta Yacht Club.

The Most Beautiful Destinations in North America

Would you like to see the most beautiful destinations in North America? High on the list of must-see destinations is Tulum, Mexico. Tulum is a Pre-Columbian Mayan city in the Yucatan Peninsula that offers a beautiful landscape and is becoming a new tourist destination with its mix of beach and culture. Lush natural vistas mixed with dramatic Mayan ruins create a one-of-a-kind location.

The best part is it's only a few hours away from Riviera Nayarit.Click here to see the rest of the pictures!