Cultural Mecca

The Ultimate Oaxaca Travel Guide: Street Food, Mezcal, Markets, and More

Plan a weekend in Oaxaca, where mercados, mezcal, and culture collide.

09/18/2025 By Emma Balter

Sugoi

A MECA and JASH Collaboration Proves That Fusion Isn’t Just for Food

Working in tandem, the two organizations have created some interesting and unique crossovers between both Latin American and Japanese art, including printmaking and kendama.

07/01/2025 By Meredith Nudo

Jet-Setting

Where Houstonians Travel the Most Internationally

These 10 destinations have locals booking the most flights year-round.

03/05/2024 By Emma Balter

GREEN, WHITE & RED

Forget Fall—We’re Going All-In on Chiles en Nogada Season

Here’s where you can find one of Mexico’s most patriotic seasonal dishes in Houston.

09/14/2022 By Daniel Renfrow

Family-friendly Destinations

Get Out Of Houston On A Direct Flight To Puerto Vallarta

Ready for an unforgettable spring break? Direct flights and an all-inclusive price make Velas Vallarta an easy pick.

03/04/2022 By Jayme Lamm

Mass Appeal

Here's Why Houstonians Celebrate This Latino Faith Symbol

And the best ways to mark Our Lady of Guadalupe feast day on Dec. 12, in Houston.

12/10/2021 By Marco Torres

Color us Amazed

Edgar Medina Melds Mexico and Houston Memories Through Color

The abstract painter's retrospective La Vida en Colores, viewable online through July 31, was recently on display in the Mexican Consulate.

07/14/2021 By Emma Schkloven

Great Escapes

Book That Beach Vacation at Banyan Tree Mayakoba

After a $50-million expansion, paradise and a mimosa await in the Riviera Maya.

04/30/2021 By Jayme Lamm

Let's Go

The CDC Loosened Its Travel Rules

What to know if you're fully vaccinated and ready to roam.

04/06/2021 By Catherine Wendlandt

Something for everyone

Shop Beautifully Embroidered Mexican Dresses at Margarita Mercantile

The online shop sells traditional dresses and donates a portion of its profits to a good cause.

03/31/2021 By Brittany Cristiano

Hot Hotels

A Trip to the New Conrad Punta de Mita Is in Order

Tired of the same old WFH scenery? Change it up in Mexico.

02/01/2021 By Jayme Lamm

On The Itinerary

How to See Mexico's Most Beautiful Cities in Two Weeks, Max

A one way ticket to Mexico City, a rental car, and (masked-up, socially distanced) adventure.

12/16/2020 By Bill Wiatrak

City of Dreams

Finding Home a World Away: Central America

Seven immigrants from Central America share their stories.

03/02/2020 By Timothy Malcolm, Catherine Matusow, Gwendolyn Knapp, Schaefer Edwards, and Erica Hernandez

Hot Hotels

Cabo Has a New Waldorf Astoria

And yes, it's amazing.

01/14/2020 By Jayme Lamm

Gustatory Getaway

How to Eat Like a Local in Mexico City

Mexico City might just love sushi and ramen more than Houston does.

12/20/2019 By Carlos Brandon

A Traveler's Appetite

Where to Find Great Food (and Adventure) in Puerto Vallarta

Fill your beach trip with chiles en nogado to tequila tastings.

10/22/2019 By Jayme Lamm

Jetsetting

Grab These Flight Deals Before Midnight For Cheap Fall Travels

Sweat now, relax later.

06/27/2019 By Gwendolyn Knapp

For The Love of Agave

Drinking Up the Magical Town of Tequila

If you find yourself in Jalisco, make the trek to this historical town.

04/12/2019 By Juan Grimas

Beach Besties

Two Ways to Relax in Cabo Right Now

There's a lot to love between these resorts.

03/19/2019 By Jayme Lamm

Open Road

In Playa del Carmen, Mexico, a Lovely Resort Stay and a Mystical Quest

Do you believe in the Aluxob?

02/25/2019 By Bill Wiatrak