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Top lgbt friendly hotels in CDMX

We know you don't want to spend hours looking for a hotel in Mexico City, so in My Guide we prepared this list with the best options for LGBTIQ+ couples!

The Zona Rosa, the rainbow zone of CDMX

It used to be the favorite place for intellectuals to meet; today it's the LGBTIQ+ community area of Mexico City.

Top places to visit in Cancun with children

In My Guide México we made you a specially curated list full of activities for children in Cancun!

5 things you have to know before traveling to CDMX

Welcome! At My Guide México we made this list of things you need to know before visiting Mexico City!

Top instagrammable places in Tulum

In My Guide we made the best & ultimate list with the places in Tulum where you have to take some pics and share over social media to arouse the envy of all.

Bachelorette party in Cancun: the best recommendations!

Finally you said yes and your bridesmaids were able to agree on the dress that they will wear; time to pack suitcases, catch a plane and go to Cancun for a bachelorette party with the best friends on the planet!

Sacred Mayan rituals in which you can participate in the Riviera Maya

Mayan priests continue to teach the youth of the community their spiritual and healing arts as well as perform sacred rituals and ceremonies and you can participate in them!

Top best places to do glamping in the Riviera Maya

Do you know what glamping is? Easy: it is camping but without sleeping lying on the floor. it isn't super glamorous, it's just more… comfortable.

Holbox: a rainbow inside a black hole

This majestic place has not yet been exploited by tourism; it's still a secret ... but poorly kept.

Top 5: best cheap (or free) things to do in Cancun

When traveling, without realizing it, we start spending more money than expected but in My Guide Mexico we have this list for you where you will learn what activities will make your wallet stop suffering.

From art to handicrafts: museums and galleries in the Riviera Maya

We want you to know more about the artsy offer of the Riviera Maya, because we know that there are many interested in seeing the work of famous Mexican artists as well as meeting new local artists and their work.

LGBT tourism in Playa del Carmen

The LGBT community has chosen Puerto Vallarta as a favorite destination, but what does the Riviera Maya offer? Playa del Carmen is a more sophisticated alternative than Puerto Vallarta.

Top: best things to do in Playa del Carmen

In My Guide Mexico we have the definitive guide to enjoy and take advantage of your trip to Playa del Carmen.

5 eco-friendly hotels in the Riviera Maya

We all love to travel but awareness of our carbon footprint, pollution and garbage we generate has been increasing (thankfully!).

5 ruins that you cannot miss in the Riviera Maya

In Mexico we can find many places with incredible ruins and the great advantage of the Riviera Maya is being able to visit many in one trip.

Cancun: the young, cosmopolitan and multicultural city

Cancun is today one of the most popular tourist destinations worldwide, surpassing Brazil, Puerto Rico, Bahamas and Buenos Aires.

The 5 best Spas in the Riviera Maya

If you are like any other normal adult, you are surely stressed. Trust us: you need a massage and a vacation!

Give mom a getaway to the Riviera Maya this mother's day

If you are one of those who never know what to give to mom (please: no more blenders!), how about a trip to a paradise destination?

Riviera Maya: a perfect destination for all tourists

The Riviera Maya has so much to offer that it is impossible to just go once and see everything.

5 things you should know before visiting the Riviera Maya

Are you ready to have the best vacations in the Riviera Maya? We love that! But before you go running with suitcases to the airport to reach such a wonderful destination, at My Guide Mexico prepared a list with the best tips you have to know before traveling.

Cobá: the mighty empire that was forgotten

Five large lakes surrounded the land that would eventually become the city of Cobá. This privileged location helped this population have control over trade routes as well as water resources.

The 5 best beaches in the Riviera Maya

If you want to know which beaches are the best that the Riviera Maya has, don't worry! Here we will give you the best selection.

Bacalar: your personal paradise

In the south of the state of Quintana Roo there is a beautiful magical town: Bacalar. If the beaches and cenotes that the Riviera Maya has to offer are not enough, here you will find another body of water: the Bacalar lagoon, also known as the lagoon of the 7 colors, and it is true: depending on where you see it, you can count each of its shades.

5 typical dishes that you have to try in the Riviera Maya

The Riviera Maya has it all: majestic jungle, the largest reef on the continent, incredible beaches, soft sand, beautiful views, tropical climate almost all year round… do you want more? Good: the Riviera Maya has amazing food too!

Wellbeing, wellness and travel

Have you ever returned from a vacation that leaves you exhausted?  Those that, when you get home, leave you feeling like you need a vacation after that vacation. Now we will tell you about the ideal type of tourism to remedy that.

5 clubs and bars you must visit in the Riviera Maya

After more than a year in confinement and isolation, we all feel exhausted and fed up. Some have already forgotten what it is to socialize, physically see friends, have a couple of drinks and dance until dawn.

5 pet-friendly hotels in the Riviera Maya

If you have pets at home, you know how difficult it is to travel without them. Sometimes you can leave them with someone you trust and other times you can leave it in a pension, but it is not only that they are well cared for, you also miss them!

Cozumel: much more than white sand and blue ocean

This island is famous for its soft white sand, tropical climate regardless of the time of year, being the second busiest cruise port in the world and above all: snorkeling or diving, but if this is not enough to convince you to visit it, continue reading…

5 hotels where you can have the wedding of your dreams in the Riviera Maya

Imagine it: the sound of the sea, some spectacular photos, cold drinks in front of the sunset, the peace that comes from being on the beach (believe me: you will need it), having a couple of holidays with your guests ... just like that could be your wedding on the beach. Doesn't that sound amazing? It is!

The Riviera Maya with children? It will be hilarious!

We know that traveling with children can be difficult: they get bored easily, all they want to do is swim in the hotel pool (and we understand them: it is incredible!) And many times we feel that we do not take advantage of the trip and do not explore everything that there was to know.

The Secrets of Tulum

We know that Tulum is a paradise that is part of the Riviera Maya, that it is a great destination to travel and that it has beautiful hotels, but Tulum is much more than that and we want to tell you part of its history.

Don't you know Sian Ka'an? Here we tell you why you should do it

You finally arrived in the Riviera Maya, you are sunbathing (and maybe also a cocktail), watching the sea and you just think this is incredible, but... what if there is more? Yes: there is. Much more. But among all that you could do, you cannot miss the wonder that is Sian Ka'an.

5 boutique hotels you must visit in the Riviera Maya

We love boutique hotels, why? They have incredible styles and designs, with a unique personality and being more exclusive, they not only guarantee you to have better service from the staff, but also an incredible location with the most trendy places just a few steps away. This type of hotel is usually one more experience on your trip, it is not only the place where you throw your bags and only return to sleep.

5 all-inclusive hotels that you will love in the Riviera Maya

Choosing a hotel is never easy. You search the internet and there are so many options that you end up completely overwhelmed just thinking which one will be the ideal one. To that we must add that you need to plan what to do in your destination, the budget and if everyone who travels with you will be satisfied with these decisions. But this is where My Guide and the all-inclusive hotels will save you.

5 cocktails you have to try in the Riviera Maya

One of the most pleasant activities you can experience in the Riviera Maya is to enjoy a drink prepared especially for you while you watch the waves of the sea and sink your feet into the sand. If this sounds like a dream come true, don't wait any longer and start planning your trip to the Riviera Maya where you can try 5 unique cocktails on the shore of the Caribbean Sea.

Major Temple Museum

The Riviera Maya is ready to welcome you!

After more than a year of being in isolation, you are surely ready to take a getaway to a paradisiacal beach. Success in safety and health measures against COVID-19 allow us to finally fulfill that whim.

My Guide Arrives In Mexico

Serve the tequila and prepare the lounge chairs in the sun, we have arrived in Mexico! We are My Guide Network, the international tourism promotion platform curated by local experts who will always give you unique and exclusive information, and the best tips to plan your trip. This great news not only benefits you as a tourist with an incredible tool for traveling, but also a large number of Mexican businesses within the tourism, hotel, gastronomic, cultural, holistic fields and many more.

Vaccination in Mexico

Now that the deployment of vaccines against Covid-19 is being carried out, countries like Mexico will be able to contemplate a tourist reactivation plan that encourages the confidence of travelers when choosing it as a destination.

What is there to see in Mexico?

The colours of the Mexican beaches can only be seen in advertising brochures. Here the ocean is azure, the sky perfectly blue and the sand as soft as down. Mexico is a paradise not only for those beachgoers who like to lie in the sun for hours. If you go to Yucatán, you can visit the ruins of ancient Mayan cities: Chichén Itzá and Uxmal and the bustling city of Mérida.

Floating fiesta in Mexico. A colourful boat cruise in the district of Xochimilco

Tables of revelers, mariachi bands, flower pots, even entire gardens. Everything floats in the Mexican district of Xochimilco. Immersed in several centuries of history.

Mexico off the beaten track. Unusual lagoons, deep canyons and Indian villages.

Mexico is beaches, colonial cities and Mayan ruins. This is probably how most tourists associate it. During holidays, however, it is worth going off the beaten track.

Saints closed, the fun begins! In Mexico, religion sets the rhythm

Mayan history did not end with the fall of the great stone cities. The descendants of their builders have preserved many ancient customs to this day. The modern Indian face of Mexico is best seen in Chiapas during one of the fiestas.

Yucatan. How to live without a soul that has been kidnapped by demons?

'For the Maya, the soul and the body are not permanently connected,' Gabriel begins quietly. - 'Suppose I am your soul and you are only your body. You don't care about me, so the demons take me with them to the underworld. What can you do without me?

Acapulco

"The La Quebrada rock (Spanish: canyon, gorge) is one of the biggest tourist attractions in Acapulco," says Alberto Ayala, a Mexican who lives near the city. Since 1934, daredevils have been climbing to the top of La Quebrada five times a day and diving into the ocean's 45-metre-deep abyss in front of hundreds of spectators

Mexican cuisine - pozole and other delicacies

No Sunday, feast day or Christmas in Mexico is complete without pozole. This quasi-soup has become a symbol of local home cooking, the main meal prepared for various occasions, including weddings, christenings and first communions.

Mexico: Fiesta, Mexico celebrates all year round!

Mexican fiestas - full of exotic rituals, costumes, masks, fireworks, songs and dances - are unique events  

How to travel in Mexico - tips and safety

Our local experts will tell you how to travel in Mexico, what transport to use and what to take with you.

Mexican cuisine: Tortilla - daily bread

Thanks to fast food chains, Mexico and the tortilla have become one in the mass consciousness. It can be prepared in a flash and can be eaten straight away. But that is the end of the relationship between tortilla and fast food

Mexico: The colours of Chiapas

La diversidad y el colorido de San Cristóbal de las Casas se aprecian mejor en los mercados. Aquí se reúnen mayas y hippies, turistas europeos y comerciantes indios.
 

Yucatan's gastronomic heritage

A mix of the ancient Mayan and European cuisine