Find Mexico’s Hidden Gems

You know the main tourist spots in Mexico: Cancun, Cabo, etc. But the country has so much to offer, for all travelers. Whether you’re looking to relax on the beach, go adventuring, or study history, you can find the perfect vacation in Mexico.

• Find Mexico’s Hidden Gems: You know the main tourist spots in Mexico: Cancun, Cabo, etc. But the country has so much to offer, for all travelers. Whether you’re looking to relax on the beach, go adventuring, or study history, you can find the perfect vacation in Mexico. 
• Visit the Napa Valley of Mexico: Have you ever wanted to sleep, staring at the stars, after a long day in wine country? You can do just that at the Campera Hotel Burbuja. Visit one of the many wineries in Valle de Guadalupe in Baja California, the Napa Valley of Mexico, then retire to your bubble and admire the Mexican night sky. 
• Attend a traditional Día de los Muertos celebration: Día de los Muertos is more than an inspiration for Halloween. It’s an important date on the Mexican calendar. Pátzcuaro is home to some of the most awe-inspiring celebrations for the holiday, including Noche de Muertos, where residents light up Lake Pátzcuaro with candles in honor of deceased loved ones.
• Tap into your adventurous aquatics side in Sayulita: What isn’t there to do in Sayulita? This Pacific coast resort-town promises endless fun for the aquatically inclined. Fishing, snorkeling, surfing, whale watching, and horseback riding are all in the cards here. 
• Discover the unique culture of Oaxaca: Spanish and indigenous cultures converge in Oaxaca to create an unforgettable experience for travelers. The Monte Alban ruins are the remnants of one of the earliest cities in Mesoamerica. The Templo de Santo Domingo has welcomed parishioners through its doors since 1731. And if you prefer liquid spirits as opposed to metaphysical ones, a mezcal tour will hit the spot.
  
  
  

Ski the United States

The United States’ massive geography provides travelers with options. For example, a stay at the beach could be accomplished across the country, from Hawaii to Southern California to the Great Lakes and Jersey Shore.

The same could be said for skiing. There are great resorts in all regions of the United States.

Here are five that are sure to give you a memorable winter getaway:

• Alaska – Alyeska: Where else can you get spectacular views of the Pacific Ocean, mountainsides, and the Northern Lights? Alyeska is home to all of the above, in addition to 76 named trails, the longest continuous black diamond in the country, and 660 inches of annual snowfall. 
• California – Squaw Valley: The 1960 Winter Olympics made Squaw Valley famous and a standout in the wonderful skiing of the Lake Tahoe region. Today, it remains one of the best resort towns in America, a mix of challenging runs, fresh powder, and quality nightlife.
• Midwest – Lutsen (Minnesota): If you want quaint winter-home living and skiing for the whole family, Lutsen is right for you. The resort, which rises above the north shore of Lake Superior, features the highest drops in the Midwest, four mountains, and 95 runs. The red gondolas make for an unforgettable ride amid the Superior National Forest, with Lake Superior as the backdrop. 
• Northeast – Stowe (Vermont): With challenging runs and a family-friendly atmosphere, Stowe has an argument as the best skiing east of the Rockies. The Green Mountain resort continues to expand in terms of amenities, while still offering the kind of back-country experience travelers crave. 
• Rocky Mountains – Steamboat (Colorado): Of all the famous Colorado ski destinations, Steamboat stands out for its wide variety of skiing experiences and mountain living. If the slopes wear you out—and there are many on the 3,000-acre property—hit the geothermal hot springs to relax.