Following a wave of outrage sparked by the promotion of a workshop called “Create Your Forensic Kit in Case of Disappearance,” offered by the municipality of Santo Domingo Tehuantepec, Oaxaca, Mayor Ana Cecilia Pérez Velásquez dismissed the person responsible for organizing the event, which was part of the commemorative activities for International Women’s Day. The […]
The Tuxtla Gutiérrez–Huatulco Bays flight is inaugurated
The Secretary of Tourism of Chiapas, Segundo Guillén Gordillo, along with the Governor of Oaxaca, Salomón Jara Cruz, and the Secretary of Tourism of Oaxaca, Saymi Pineda Velasco, inaugurated the Tuxtla Gutiérrez–Huatulco Bays flight operated by Aerobalam, as part of the efforts to strengthen connectivity and economic development between the two states. This new destination […]
The bakery in Oaxaca where you can find authentic traditional Easter bread
Holy Week is just around the corner, and if you’re planning a vacation to southern Mexico, don’t miss the chance to visit the bakery in Oaxaca where you’ll find authentic traditional Holy Week bread. The bakery we’re talking about is Pan y Chocolate Oaxaca, a simple yet charming establishment that continues to delight customers with […]
Oaxaca’s best-kept secret: 6 workshops where you can learn from the great masters
Learning a trade is fundamental for specializing in a job in the future. It involves taking several classes where you’ll learn the techniques of each trade, and these workshops cover not only gastronomy but also crafts. What you probably didn’t know is that Oaxaca will offer six workshops where you can learn from master craftspeople […]
Oaxaca will be present at the “International Festival of Ethnic Groups in Atlixco”
Dances, crafts, and cuisine from Latin American countries will come together at the Atlixco Convention Center during the “International Festival of Ethnicities: Encounter of Chinas,” which will take place on March 13, 14, and 15, from 10:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m., with free admission, announced the Ministry of Arts and Culture of the administration headed […]
Fire consumes dozens of restaurants and palapas in Puerto Escondido, Oaxaca
Just days before the start of Holy Week vacation, a massive fire that lasted at least five hours consumed restaurants, cabins, shops, and homes in the Punta Zicatela tourist area of Puerto Escondido, Oaxaca. The blaze began after 1:00 a.m. and spread rapidly because most of the restaurant and palapa roofs were made of dried […]
From Oaxaca to the Mexican Caribbean, the Guelaguetza Riviera Maya arrives in Playa del Carmen this March 7th and 8th
The cultural essence of Oaxaca will arrive in the Mexican Caribbean with Guelaguetza Riviera Maya 2026, a festival that will bring together music, traditional dance, gastronomy, and crafts in the heart of Playa del Carmen. This cultural event, inspired by one of Mexico’s most emblematic celebrations, seeks to bring Oaxacan traditions closer to residents and […]
March 8th in Oaxaca 2026: Women will ride to commemorate International Women’s Day
Next Saturday, March 7th, the Eighth Commemorative Horseback Ride will take place, organized by the association Mujeres de a Caballo del Estado de Oaxaca A.C. (or Mujeres Cabalgantes de Ranchos Unidos del Estado de Oaxaca A.C.), as part of the commemorative events for March 8th, International Women’s Day. The ride is expected to gather more […]
Bocana del Río, this is the archaeological zone of Oaxaca near the sea
For lovers of archaeology and the beauty of the sea, there is a site in Oaxaca that combines both elements in a truly captivating setting: Bocana del Río. It is located within the Copalita Eco-Archaeological Park, a protected natural area that is part of Huatulco National Park, formerly known as Ricardo Flores Magón National Park. […]
Oaxaca seeks to win over Colombian travelers: “We are the cultural heart of Mexico”
Southern Mexico is home to one of the country’s most diverse and vibrant tourist treasures. Oaxaca, a state that blends ancestral tradition with adventure and relaxation destinations, has set its sights on the Colombian market. During the recent Anato Tourism Showcase, where the destination boasted an impressive stand and the presence of more than 30 […]