Paradise in Zipolite

Paradise in Zipolite

South of Puerto Escondido about an hour was the small (clothing optional) beach town of Zipolite. I thought I had seen paradise already in my Mexico Adventure, but I was mistaken. At hotel Brisa Marina, 150 pesos got me a beach front room with a private bathroom, balcony, hammock, and a functional fan to keep me somewhat cool. Aside from the humidity and heat, this was exactly what I needed to relax.

Agua Azul in Chiapas

First day in Palenque, day trip to Agua Azul 

We had heard of a mysterious place called Agua Azul in the middle of the jungle near Palenque. It was one of those can't miss things when travelling through Mexico. Despite my crazy high fever, severe flu, and bathroom emergencies I got the courage to wake up and head out with the guys to the paradise of the jungle.

San Cristobal De Las Casas

San Cristobal - Romantic Mexican town 7000ft up in the mountains of Chiapas 

After the most beautiful bus ride across Mexico from the state of Veracruz to Tuxtla Gutierrez, Chiapas, I finally arrived in San Cristobal de Las Casas... at midnight. I quickly got on the Internet, found a hostel, and heard warnings of taxi's trying to rip you off by taking you to the wrong hostel so I began walking. 20 or so blocks later, I realized I was lost so I gave the hostel a quick phone call. Finally, a bed and a city with temperatures below 90 degrees.

La Quemada Ruins

Day Trip To La Quemada Ruins, Zacatecas

Just outside of Zacatecas is where you can find some jaw-dropping Aztec ruins.  Standing from below looking up or above looking down, these captivating ruins provided amazing views and a fun day trip outside of the city.