Gritty, magnificent, and 100% exciting, Mexico City—or CDMX—is Gotham with a Mexican accent. It’s hard to distill so many possibilities into a few paragraphs, but there are certainly numerous experiences no visitor—whether traveling en familia or not—should miss. The trick is to return more than once and always stay as long as you can. […]
For many American tourists, Mexico is, and always will be, defined by its beach resorts. But there’s much, much more to Mexico than sand and sea. There’s a rich history melded together by the Spanish conquerors and the indigenous peoples… and you’ll find precious little of it at the beach. The truth is, you’ll need […]
This week we welcome a new contributor to the SkyMed Explorer Blog: Joyce Wilson is a retired teacher and enjoys sharing lesson plans, resources, and teaching tips on Teacher Spark. Her website is a compilation of practical resources that will inspire student engagement and instill a love for learning. By tapping into a student’s natural creativity […]
True to its Wild West roots, Phoenix, Arizona, originated as a hay camp established to supply the Army at Camp McDowell. Today, it’s the nation’s fifth-largest city and the center of what’s called The Valley of the Sun—mainly thanks to the 300+ days of sunshine each year. The Valley comprises 23 adjacent communities, including […]
Lively, warm, and welcoming, the city of Mazatlán on Mexico’s Pacific Coast is beloved by travelers, families, and ex-pats from the United States and Canada looking for a beach destination that offers more than great fun in the sun. By billing itself as a “Colonial City by the Beach,” it heralds its unique combination of […]
February and Valentine’s Day are fast approaching and with it the traditional onslaught of rose petals, bubbly and pink hearts. If, however, you’re looking for love in other cool places, below are three suggestions to help you take your romance off the beaten path. Colonial Romance Few destinations in the world can lay claim to the […]
