Cultures around the world have celebrations for the dead around the end of October and beginning of November. In the United States, Halloween is celebrated on October 31st. Known primarily for dressing up in costume and indulging in candy and other goodies, this fun American holiday has lost some of the spirituality at the core […]
mexican history
It’s hard to think of a place in the world more famous for its beautiful silver jewelry than Taxco, Mexico. That’s no coincidence. Silver has a long and rich history in the city whose history extends back to well before Spanish colonization. Get ready to travel back in time and learn about the tradition of […]
Finding the perfect gift is never easy, and some people are harder to shop for than others! One of the reasons I love living in Zihuatanejo, Mexico is that beautiful handcrafted gifts are always just a short trip away. I love giving people handmade pieces! There’s just something special about a unique, thoughtful gift you […]
Cinco de Mayo is coming up on May 5! (And if you think that’s obvious, check out this funny video.) But how can you throw a great shindig? And why do people celebrate Cinco de Mayo anyway? This post will give you a brief explainer on the history of the holiday, decoration ideas, food […]
We wish you could all fly down and visit us in beautiful Taxco, Mexico. But since that’d be pretty expensive (and we only have one guestroom), how about a virtual trip? We’ve compiled some of Taxco’s main attractions, city history, and of course photos. So crank your heat up, fix yourself some tequila with lime, […]