Category: Beaches

April 17, 2019 by Roxanna Brock McDade

If you believe life's a beach, you'll want to drive to Baja California Norte as soon as possible. Mexico's northwestern region accommodates all kinds of beachgoers. Whether you like relatively quiet expanses of sand or bustling seaside resorts, you'll find an ideal spot there. These five beaches are among the finest in Baja California Norte... Read More »

March 21, 2017 by Roxanna Brock McDade

The travel bug can bite you even if you live in picturesque California, the desert of Arizona, or call the charming open spaces of Texas home. The good news is, you don't have to travel too far to let your hair down. If you know where to go, Mexico can be perfect for a long... Read More »

January 10, 2017 by Roxanna Brock McDade

Sonora, Mexico, offers travelers an array of relaxing getaways. If you're planning a beach vacation, check out these beach towns. Colorful and culturally diverse, Sonora, Mexico, is home to seemingly endless miles of pristine coastline. Below is a list of five of Sonora's top beachside gems that should not be missed on any adventure through... Read More »

March 1, 2016 by Roxanna Brock McDade

Here's a stack of helpful Rocky Point travel information and tips for planning your next trip there. Learn how to get there, where to stay, where to eat, what beaches to visit, what to do, and more! Sandy Beach video included!.. Read More »

September 8, 2015 by Roxanna Brock McDade

San Carlos is a large subdivision of the city of Guaymas in the state of Sonora, Mexico. It is located nearly 14 miles from the Guaymas city center, and sits on the Gulf of California. Small and independent, with just 7,000 residents, San Carlos has long been a favorite among American tourists, thanks to the... Read More »

January 31, 2015 by Mike Mercer

Rocky Point (Puerto Peñasco), Mexico is an excellent Mexico beach family vacation destination. And it is just a short drive away for us Arizonans. Read this article to make your trip easier... Read More »

November 21, 2013 by Roxanna Brock McDade

Sometimes you need to disconnect to reconnect. That was how they described what would be my experience at the Villa del Palmar in Loreto, Baja California Sur. And I was already feeling it... Read More »

November 4, 2013 by Al Barrus

Story by Al Barrus, photos by Jan Critchfield My three days in Puerto Vallarta (PV) were unforgettable. However, there’s more to the Bahia de Banderas (or Bay of Flags) than PV. I figured that the whole bay was part of the Mexican State of Jalisco, but the tropical bahia is split equally among two states:... Read More »

October 28, 2013 by Al Barrus

My father in-law is from Jalisco. He’s always told me stories of the magic of Puerto Vallarta. I had never been. I went to Cancun when I was 21, just months after returning from a year-long tour of duty in Iraq. But I had never known this tropical pacific destination on Mexico’s west coast: traditionally... Read More »

May 20, 2013 by Roxanna Brock McDade

Article 27 of Mexico’s constitution states that non-Mexicans cannot own land within 50 kilometers (31 miles) of the coast and 100 kilometers (62 miles) of the country’s borders. But in a 356-for to 199-against vote, Mexico’s Chamber of Deputies approved loosening these restrictions. Though it still needs approval from the Mexican Senate and a majority... Read More »