National holidays represent a golden age for the tourism industry. Hotels and restaurants are packed, with reservations sold out and tables packed. Alejandro Frías, a waiter at a downtown restaurant, sums it up this way: “How many people do they expect to arrive? Triple the normal number.” While on a typical day they serve between […]
Who is the Guanajuato teacher who died in the Iztapalapa explosion?
A Guanajuato teacher lost his life in the Iztapalapa tragedy after a gas tanker truck crashed and exploded last Wednesday. The victim was identified as Eduardo Noé García Morales, a 55-year-old native of San Miguel de Allende. Known to his students simply as “Noé,” he was a beloved teacher at two schools: Adolfo López Mateos […]
San Miguel de Allende revives its history with the 70th Conspiracy Race
Amid applause, drum music, and the chiming of the municipal clock, the 70th edition of the Conspiracy Race was held this afternoon, a sporting and symbolic event that has ignited the city’s patriotic spirit for more than six decades. The race started punctually at 5:00 PM in front of the Parish of San Miguel Arcángel, […]
Representative Victor Hugo Romo denounces real estate corruption in Miguel Hidalgo and demands investigations.
Local representative Víctor Hugo Romo urged various city authorities to investigate alleged acts of corruption in the Miguel Hidalgo mayor’s office related to the property located at 110 La Fontaine Street, Polanco neighborhood, third section. The legislator requested the intervention of the Mexico City Comptroller General’s Office, the Prosecutor’s Office for the Investigation of Crimes […]
Charros decorate the streets of Pachuca on their day
Amid the sound of drums, Mexican music, and applause, more than 200 charros paraded through the main streets of downtown Pachuca to commemorate their day. The caravan left Hidalgo Stadium at 11:00 a.m., led by the State Police marching band and the “March of Zacatecas” performed by the Hidalgo State Symphonic Band. Four riders, one […]
When does the flight between Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo and Guadalajara depart?
It was recently announced that this sun, sand, and more destination will have a direct connection to Guadalajara starting November 2nd, on a flight operated by Volaris. The flight will operate four times a week (Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, and Sundays), according to Pedro Castelán Reyna, executive director of the Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo OCV. “It will be a […]
Firms linked to huachicol supply AIFA and Pemex
At least six companies under investigation for various irregularities linked to the huachicol fiscal scheme have secured multimillion-dollar contracts with federal government agencies, including the Ministry of the Navy (Semar), Petróleos Mexicanos (Pemex), the Felipe Ángeles International Airport (AIFA), the National Water Commission (Conagua), and the National Autonomous University of Mexico (UNAM). The names of […]
Mazatlán hotels report 80% occupancy during the weekend before the national holidays.
According to data from Sedectur, the port’s hotels are at 80 percent occupancy, demonstrating that Mazatlán is seeing a good influx of tourists this national holiday weekend, stated Estrella Palacios Domínguez. The mayor commented that both the soccer match on Friday, where Mazatlán FC hosted the Pumas de la UNAM, and the musical concert held […]
Voco, a new hotel brand for Cancun, Guadalajara, and 4 others
IHG announced the signing of six hotels in Mexico under its premium Voco brand, in partnership with Alliance Hotels. These conversions will expand IHG’s offering in the premium segment in the country, providing owners with a distinctive, welcoming, and stylish brand that elevates their properties’ value proposition, optimizes their returns, and attracts new guests. The […]
Yucatán seeks to put itself, from Mexico City, in the spotlight of nearshoring
Yucatán Week in Mexico City, to be held from October 3 to 12 at the Sports Palace, will not only showcase gastronomy, crafts, and tourism, but also strengthen investment in the state, Governor Joaquín Díaz Mena emphasized at a press conference. “This event will not only be a cultural showcase but also a space for […]