Mexico – Indie Traveller

Best Beach Towns in Oaxaca for Surf, Sun & Slow Living

Marek Bron — Wed, 25 Jun 2025 13:54:55 +0000

The Pacific Coast in Mexico has really blown up in popularity over the last five years. What used to be sleepy surf villages has now become everyone’s favorite Mexican escape, and it’s got every kind of beach vibe you could possibly want. Despite the Oaxacan coast finding a larger audience post-pandemic, it remains a laid-back ... Read more

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Oaxaca Travel Guide: Tips, Top Sights & Where To Stay

Marek Bron — Sun, 15 Jun 2025 20:23:16 +0000

When I first visited Oaxaca (pronounced: wah-hah-kah) as a rookie backpacker many years ago, I had honestly read little about its culinary and cultural significance. But even to my less-travelled-self it was immediately clear I had arrived somewhere special when my waiter began listing the dozen or more ingredients in the traditional mole, a famously ... Read more

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Is Mexico City Worth Visiting? (Here’s What To Expect)

Marek Bron — Sun, 15 Jun 2025 19:54:54 +0000

Is Mexico City worth visiting? The consensus among travelers is a resounding “yes!” The exceptional food, great museums, mild climate, and excellent day trips are some of the top reasons to go. But… travel is always subjective. Mexico City won’t click with literally everyone. I’ve seen criticisms of its gentrified and hipster neighborhoods, for instance ... Read more

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Your Perfect Mexico City Itinerary: 7 Days of Culture, Food & Adventure

Marek Bron — Sun, 15 Jun 2025 19:45:35 +0000

If you have yet to travel to Mexico City, then you need to grab your passport and book those flights ASAP! This city is a beacon of culture, history, and cuisine… and it’s waiting for you. Mexico City is huge. Over 9.2 million people call it home, which means you can guarantee there is always ... Read more

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3 Days In Mexico City Itinerary: How To Spend Your Time Perfectly

Marek Bron — Thu, 12 Jun 2025 15:34:08 +0000

Still, 3 days is just about enough time to see some of the city’s highlights. With a mixture of ancient Aztec ruins and modern skyscrapers, Mexico City is the perfect city to explore a wide variety of things. The city is dense with museums, markets, and monuments, meaning by the end of these three days, ... Read more

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Where I Stayed In Mexico City — Best Areas, Tips & Impressions

Marek Bron — Wed, 04 Jun 2025 12:17:13 +0000

When I’m looking for a place to stay in a new city, I often just pull up a map, look for the main square, and try to stay as close to it as I can…. but with Mexico City, that ISN’T necessarily the best approach. The best areas to stay in Mexico City are somewhat ... Read more

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Where I Stayed In Puerto Escondido (Hotels & Area Guide)

Marek Bron — Sun, 25 May 2025 18:47:35 +0000

You may have heard that Puerto Escondido is an excellent place to stay on the Oaxacan Coast. What you may not have heard is that exactly where you stay within PE matters enormously! My first time in Puerto Escondido I spent entirely in Rinconada. To be honest (and this will surely make me sound really ... Read more

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How To Travel Between Oaxaca City & The Coast In 2025

Marek Bron — Sun, 25 May 2025 18:45:46 +0000

A lot of information online about the travel routes between Oacaca City and the Oaxacan coast is no longer correct. Much has changed in 2024, which is why I decided to summarize the current situation here. In January 2024, a new expressway finally opened between Oaxaca City and Puerto Escondido. This has shortened the journey ... Read more

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How To Get From Mexico City To Oaxaca City

Marek Bron — Sun, 25 May 2025 18:45:44 +0000

The central location of Mexico City and the cultural and culinary richness of Oaxaca often lead both cities to be included in the same itineraries. However, given they’re quite far apart, you may wonder how best to travel between Mexico City and Oaxaca. Let me break down the options for you so you can have ... Read more

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Chiapas Travel Guide: Best Places, Tips & What To Expect

Marek Bron — Sun, 25 May 2025 18:42:34 +0000

Chiapas is often overlooked by tourists in favor of more popular destinations like Cancun or Mexico City. But if you’re a bit of an explorer, you may well consider it one of the most fascinating regions of Mexico. Nestled in the southernmost part of Mexico close to Guatemala, Chiapas offers a unique blend of adventure, ... Read more

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