Category: Mexico

February 15, 2016 by Roxanna Brock McDade

Yesterday, just one day after Pope Francis’ arrival in Mexico City, he challenged Mexican political and social leaders to take care of its citizens through “adequate housing, dignified employment, food, true justice, effective security, a healthy and peaceful environment." Making good on a pre-visit promise to speak out against corruption and crime in Mexico, he... Read More »

August 14, 2014 by Mike Mercer

Mexicali’s 2014 Fiestas del Sol Fair The fair is coming to Mexicali Fiestas del Sol, the annual fair event held in Mexicali, will be happening 26 September through 12 October, 2014. The fair will have carnival rides, go carts, midway games, a petting zoo, arcade games, and rest areas where you can take a break... Read More »

May 10, 2014 by Mike Mercer

On May 10, 1922, Rafael Alducin declared in the Excelsior newspaper that each year children and those who brought them into being should be celebrated... Read More »

May 6, 2014 by Mike Mercer

Mexico’s “Fiestas Patrias” or Patriotic Holidays are held to celebrate three different constitutions, popular leaders and historical battles... Read More »

April 29, 2014 by Mike Mercer

Over a thousand years ago, ancient Mexicans drank an alcoholic substance made from fermented sap, extracted from the heart of the agave cactus... Read More »

April 24, 2014 by Mike Mercer

Great growing conditions and health benefits have made spicy chili peppers popular in Mexico for thousands of years, and popular Mexican food... Read More »

April 12, 2014 by Mike Mercer

Did you know, that Mexico is also the birthplace of, one of the world’s all time greatest foods---chocolate?.. Read More »

April 10, 2014 by Mike Mercer

You don’t necessarily have to travel half way around the globe to ancient pyramids. Mexico has many remarkable archeological sites that you can drive to... Read More »

April 5, 2014 by Mike Mercer

Mexico’s terrain is more than sandy beaches. Almost three times the size of Texas, the weather can vary quite a bit depending on which region you visit... Read More »

February 4, 2014 by Mike Mercer

Several documents are needed for taking a road trip to Mexico. Two of the most important are proof of auto insurance and a passport... Read More »