Members of the Federal Passenger Transportation Alliance will suspend all their routes to any part of the country tomorrow from the bus terminals located in the Isthmus of Tehuantepec, in protest against the incursion of what they call “pirate” services. In several official letters sent to federal and state transportation authorities, they alerted them to […]
The “El Tehuanito” suburban train will improve the daily lives of thousands of people in Oaxaca.
Governor Salomón Jara affirmed that the “El Tehuanito” suburban train, which will begin operations in December of this year in the Isthmus of Tehuantepec, will improve the daily lives of thousands of people with a dignified, efficient, and low-cost service for working families. In a press conference, the governor stated that “El Tehuanito” consists of […]
6 reasons to stay at Hotel Los Amantes Oaxaca
Oaxaca’s biggest festival is almost here! Yes, we’re talking about the Guelaguetza, a celebration that brings together the diverse cultures of Oaxaca through dance, music, and (of course) mezcal. By the way, do you already know where you’re staying this year? Then let us suggest Hotel Los Amantes, which embodies everything that makes Oaxaca such […]
The Night of the Stars 2025 arrives in OAXACA
Oaxaca will once again be one of the host cities for the Night of the Stars in 2025. This national astronomy outreach event will feature expert scientists, telescope observations, and various workshops designed to connect the public with the universe and spark an interest in science among younger generations. The Night of the Stars is […]
Sedeco awards 50 “Made in Oaxaca” certificates to artisans and agricultural and agro-industrial producers
The Ministry of Economic Development (Sedeco) awarded 50 “Made in Oaxaca” certificates to producers and artisans recognized for the quality, authenticity, and cultural value of their products and work. At the close of the first edition of the “Made in Oaxaca: Offering and Heritage” event, this distinction guarantees responsible processes, territorial identity, and the application […]
Flights from Houston to Oaxaca increase
International connectivity to Oaxaca has been strengthened with the increased frequency of flights on the direct route from Houston, Texas, which will now operate more weekly flights to Oaxaca International Airport. The Oaxaca Tourism Secretariat reported that, starting October 26, the airline added flights on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays, in addition to its […]
Zapotec families in Oaxaca celebrate Xandú’yaa, one of their deepest traditions
In Oaxaca, Zapotec families celebrate Xandú’yaa, an ancestral tradition that honors the departed with altars, offerings, and music. This festival reflects the Zapotec people’s spiritual and cultural connection to their ancestors. Source: milenio
Violence escalates in the Mixteca region of Oaxaca; one dead
Two days after violence reignited between Santiago Yosondúa and Santa María Yolotepec, located in the Mixteca region of Oaxaca, authorities reported one person killed and another wounded by gunfire. Two people were also arrested in connection with the wave of violence. The crossfire between residents of the two communities left two people wounded. Among them […]
The Zócalo of Oaxaca is filled with aromas and tradition with the Xandú of the Day of the Dead
Governor Salomón Jara and the honorary president of the Oaxaca DIF System, Irma Bolaños Quijano, shared hot chocolate, coffee, bread, and Oaxacan tamales with hundreds of people. Amidst marigolds, the unmistakable aroma of copal incense, and the sounds of traditional music, the Governor of Oaxaca, Salomón Jara Cruz, accompanied by the honorary president of the […]
Four things you can do in Oaxaca during the Day of the Dead
Oaxaca is one of Mexico’s most iconic destinations for the Day of the Dead. Every corner is filled with color, music, and tradition: the streets smell of copal, marigold flowers fill the altars, and life coexists with death in a celebration that is as festive as it is spiritual. If you plan to visit the […]