CUAJIMOLOYAS, SIERRA HIGHLANDS HIKING One of the best off the beaten path adventures in Oaxaca exploring charming, rustic pueblos, of the Northern Sierra region with its stunning pine forests, tiny farms and…
Day tours out of Oaxaca are must-dos and plan to add another 4-5 days to your stay to discover magnificent ruins, unspoilt villages, breathtaking vistas, quaint ethnic markets, handicrafts, cascading pools and…
Mescal (or mezcal) would’ve remained a cheap local rotgut, if not for its resurrection 20 years ago. Dating back 500 years, mescal has become a trendy alternative to tequila, with heady artisanal…
Oaxaca remains pretty low key, no malls in sight, which is a large part of its charm. Head to the Quincenera section of the largest market Abastos for handicrafts, woven goods, decorative…
A quick roundup of local delicacies to hunt down in Oaxaca. Scroll down for an eating tour of Oaxaca. Oaxacan Mole (pron. moh-lay) Negro – The most complex of the moles, the…
This cultural 4-6 hour self-guided walk unveils local life and beating heart of Oaxaca. It begins at the Zócalo and Oaxaca Cathedral; heads northwest to the grand Basilica de la Soledad and…