Beschreibung:
* Insider advice that will help you discover Mexico's best beach destinations, from Cancun to Zihuatanejo, and the best archaeological ruins, from Chichen Itza to Tulum. Plus tips for navigating the country's lovely but less-traveled corners, like Xochimilco, with its canals and floating gardens, and the bohemian artsy town of Todos Santos.
* Where to find the absolute best tacos in Oaxaca, the freshest almejas (clams) in La Paz, the most authentic mole poblano dishes in Puebla, and the finest tequila bars in Puerto Vallarta. Plus tips on where to find the best shopping deals, from Taxco's silver markets to high-end boutiques in Mexico City's Polanco neighborhood.
* Free full-color, foldout map
* Frommer's Survival Spanish will have you ordering ceviche and cervezas in a nanosecond.
* Insightful commentary on Mexico's rich history--from the ancient Maya to Spanish colonists--and culture, from artists Frida Kahlo and Diego Rivera to marimba music.
* Opinionated reviews. No bland descriptions and lukewarm recommendations. Our expert writers are passionate about their destinations--they tell it like it is in an engaging and helpful way.
* Exact prices listed for every establishment and activity--no other guides offer such detailed, candid reviews of hotels and restaurants. We include the very best, but also emphasize moderately priced choices for real people.
* User-friendly features including star ratings and special icons to point readers to great finds, excellent values, insider tips, best bets for kids, special moments, and overrated experiences.
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1 THE BEST OF MEXICO 1
2 MEXICO IN DEPTH 16
3 SUGGESTED MEXICO ITINERARIES 56
4 MEXICO CITY 63
5 SILVER, SPAS & SPIRITUAL CENTERS: FROM TAXCO TO TEPOZTLÁN 131
6 SAN MIGUEL DE ALLENDE & THE COLONIAL SILVER CITIES 163
7 MICHOACÁN 219
8 GUADALAJARA 244
9 PUERTO VALLARTA & THE CENTRAL PACIFIC COAST 265
10 ACAPULCO & THE SOUTHERN PACIFIC COAST 336
11 OAXACA 398
12 EASTWARD FROM MEXICO CITY: PUEBLA & VERACRUZ 425
13 CANCÚN 456
14 ISLA MUJERES & COZUMEL 486
15 THE RIVIERA MAYA & THE SOUTHERN CARIBBEAN COAST 516
16 MÉRIDA, THE MAYA INTERIOR & CHICHÉN ITZÁ 571
17 TABASCO & CHIAPAS 627
18 THE COPPER CANYON 659
19 LOS CABOS & BAJA CALIFORNIA 680
20 PLANNING YOUR TRIP TO MEXICO 741
21 SURVIVAL SPANISH 765
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