The best times to visit Oaxaca are during the months of April to May and September to October. Both spring and fall are ...

After spending weeks exploring Mexico’s foodie hotspot, Will Best fell in love with the rooftop bar scene and discovered the best hidden beaches. Here’s his guide to the ultimate trip to Oaxaca. What ...

Ivan Vasquez left his native Oaxaca 30 years ago, long before its modern renaissance, before the state became home to some of Mexico’s most impoverished residents began its lofty climb toward the top ...

For Marrufo, a camera is a must-have, something to capture “the beautiful colors and trees all around,” and a notebook to capture what the camera cannot. “The inspiration will be everywhere,” she says ...

Oaxaca has earned a global reputation as Mexico’s culinary capital. Travelers visit the city in search of its legendary moles, lively markets and the smoky complexity of mezcal. What they find is a ...

When it comes to satisfying a variety of travel styles and preferences, it’s hard to beat Mexico. Its enticingly varied array of destinations ranges from dreamy beach settings to soaring, ...

Mexico draws more international visitors than almost anywhere else in Latin America, and the scale of it still surprises ...

Until recently, Oaxaca’s Costa Chica, or “small coast,” was remote and hard to reach. Known for its famous surf and series of bohemian, countercultural enclaves, this stretch of wild coastline is ...

For Enrique Olvera, there is no better time to visit Oaxaca than in early autumn. “It’s not as hot, everything is greener because the rain was there, and the produce is at its best,” says the chef, ...

Should I travel independently or book a tour? Booking a tour will spare you logistical hassle, but many featured destinations are easy to visit under your own steam. Although both states are large and ...