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Viva Mexico Wrap-Up Posted by sasha on Jul 17, 2012
Well, it’s been a fun couple of months sharing stories and videos from my trip to Mexico with everyone here on the Transparent Spanish blog. Before I say “adiós”, here’s a little wrap-up of my trip, with some basic information and links to my previous posts in sequential order. For those of you hoping to…
Playa del Carmen (Video) Posted by sasha on Jun 24, 2012
While Playa del Carmen is a fully developed tourist destination – and by that I mean old, fat, shirtless men everywhere – it’s not quite as crazy as its neighbor to the north, Cancun. The pedestrian only 5th Avenue is lined with shops, restaurants, and bars, and its just a stone’s throw away from a…
Playing in Playa Posted by sasha on Jun 13, 2012
Although it was hard to leave Tulum, we had no choice, as our suitcasing adventure rolled into Playa del Carmen. Arriving in Playa via the ADO bus, we headed out onto the main road, Quinta Avenida (5th Avenue). This cobblestone road is pedestrian only and has a very relaxed beach side resort vibe about it…
Tulum Beaches and Cenote (Video) Posted by sasha on Jun 10, 2012
A trip to the ruins isn’t the only thing to see in Tulum. Beautiful beaches, fantastic restaurants, and quaint little shops abound. If you need to cool off, the Gran Cenote is not far away. Rent a bicycle and head out for a day of exploring the sights and tastes of Tulum with this video.
Beach Bummin’ and Exploring in Tulum Posted by sasha on Jun 6, 2012
Most people who come into Tulum do so on a tour bus, stopping only at the ruins for a few hours and then heading back to one of the bigger resort areas like Cancun or Playa del Carmen. For those who choose to stay in Tulum a few days, however, there’s plenty to do and…
Tulum Ruins (Video) Posted by sasha on May 25, 2012
One of the best preserved Mayan cities, the ruins at Tulum are a fascinating place to visit. With stunning views of the Caribbean Sea and incredible Mayan architecture and artwork, a day spent here is a day well spent on any trip to Mexico.
Ek Balam Video Posted by sasha on May 12, 2012
In a follow up to my written post about the ruins at Ek Balam, here’s a short video tour that takes you through the ancient Mayan city.