In 2019, after exploring each the US and Canada with our camper, we took the plunge and crossed the southern border into Mexico. We didn’t know what to anticipate of our travels and have been nervous at first due to all of the information we heard on TV. However after virtually a yr on the street with an RV in Mexico, the nation has been one in every of our favorites.

There are such a lot of nice locations to go to in Mexico, however locations might be unfold out and public transportation is tough to seek out. So probably the greatest features about exploring the nation with your individual RV is with the ability to go to all of the completely different locations with your individual wheels and by yourself time.

So on this publish, we go over 4 of our favourite issues to do throughout an RV street journey by Mexico!

Meals Galore!

This could come as no shock. Mexico has among the world’s hottest meals and no journey by the nation is full with out sampling the nation’s numerous gastronomy. And even if you happen to take into account your self well-versed in America’s Tex-Mex and Cali-Mex delicacies, Mexico has way more to supply.

Under is only a sampling of a few of our favorites!

• Taquitos – Ditch these massive hard-shell tacos stuffed with minced beef and choose up a tiny soft-shelled taco (aka “taquitos”) layered with juicy pulled pork and topped together with your favourite home made sauce and recent guacamole. And don’t overlook the lime. We wager you may’t eat only one!
• Barbacoa en Consome – An enormous chunk of slow-cooked meat simmering in a stew pot. This dish is often discovered within the outside markets of Oaxaca state, within the southern a part of Mexico. Served with a facet of tortillas and a mountain of recent cilantro.
• Mole – “Mole” is a normal time period for a thick sauce that’s typically lathered over enchiladas or hen. And completely different areas of Mexico serve kinds of mole. Some sauces are candy and others are savory. Our favourite mole sauce comes from a small mountain city referred to as Xico within the state of Veracruz!
• Chilaquiles – A standard Mexican breakfast consisting of deep-fried tortilla items and lathered with both inexperienced sauce, crimson sauce, or each! They’re just like nachos, however much less greasy.

For extra data, try our article on Mexico’s best foods.

Seashores, Seashores, & Extra Seashores

With over 5,500 miles of shoreline, Mexico has a variety of seashores. It doesn’t matter what kind of seaside you’re into, Mexico has it. Remoted seashores, get together seashores, browsing seashores, tranquil seashores; you’ll find all of them in Mexico. Listed here are three of our favourite shoreline areas:

• Baja California – For a lot of, Baja is the primary place folks go for his or her first RV journey into Mexico. The area is protected, the roads are (largely) easy, and the seashores are chic. For those who like to surf, there are many improbable seashores alongside the Pacific Ocean. However if you happen to favor extra calm and tranquil vibes, head over to the east facet of the Baja Peninsula and select a seaside alongside the Sea of Cortez.
• Yucatan Peninsula – Mexico’s most well-known seaside area lies alongside the Caribbean, and for good motive! The waters are fantastically blue, waves are calm, and the sand is smooth and white. For those who love to satisfy others, head over to Tulum or Cancun. However for a extra peaceable expertise, journey off the primary street to Holbox and Mahahual.
• Oaxaca – In our opinion, this area of Mexico combines the perfect of Baja and Yucatan, however with considerably much less crowds. Whereas Puerto Escondido is for browsing fanatics, Mazunte & Zipolite provide a extra tranquil expertise. For absolute quiet, head over to Bahia San Augustine.

For extra, try our Baja California street journey publish, the place we particularly record a few of our favourite seashores!

Waterfalls, Cenotes, & Scorching Springs

However there’s a lot extra to Mexico than seaside and surf. Head away from the shoreline and into the nation’s inside to find among the nation’s finest saved waterfalls, cenotes, and scorching springs. Many of those locations are off the primary vacationer path, so the perfect factor about visiting these locations together with your RV is which you can simply get there with your individual automobile.

Under are a number of of our favorites.

• Waterfalls – For the perfect assortment of waterfalls, journey to the state of San Louis Potosi and meander by Mexico’s Huasteca Potosina area. We visited six waterfalls in 4 days and significantly loved the Minas Viejas, Tamasopo, and Tamul waterfalls.
• Cenotes – Scattered all through the Yucatan peninsula are Mexico’s cool and refreshing cenotes; underground reservoirs of water fashioned inside limestone caves. Widespread cenotes can get overcrowded, so drive out to the Cenotes Reserve southwest of Merida metropolis for a extra ‘off the overwhelmed path’ really feel.
• Scorching Springs – With a lot volcanic exercise in Mexico you’re certain to return throughout a plethora of scorching springs throughout your Mexico RV travels. However for probably the most distinctive and IG-worthy experiences, head over to Las Grutas de Tolantongo. Right here, scorching water rushes out of the canyon partitions and cascades all the way down to the river under. Bathe in scorching swimming pools that line the canyon’s partitions or swim within the heat river waters. Both approach, we’re certain this place will probably be one in every of your highlights in Mexico!

Yuko can personally attest that one in every of her favourite actions in Mexico is perusing the outlets and outside markets for stunning hand-made items. From Mexico’s far north to deep south, we’ve embellished our camper van with colourful, artisanal souvenirs. Under are two of our favourite locations for top-notch Mexican souvenirs.

• Oaxaca State – For the perfect all-around purchasing expertise, head south to the Mexican state of Oaxaca. From the state capital, you may drive out to all of the completely different workshops and purchase immediately from the artisans themselves. For a DIY, self-driving memento tour, we suggest beginning in Oaxaca Metropolis and driving south to San Martin Tilcajete for the very best high quality Alebrijes; brightly coloured Mexican people artwork animal sculptures. Subsequent, minimize over to Teotitlan del Valle for splendidly woven wool rugs. In every city you’ll find workshops that give free excursions (in English!) that educate you in regards to the historical past and strategy of their craft.
• Guadalajara – For all issues leather-based, drive out to Mexico’s second largest metropolis and head to Mercado Libertad. On this sprawling market you’ll find leather-based belts, sneakers, saddles, and hats. The whole lot you could possibly ever need, you’ll find it on this market. You would possibly even discover some artisanal tequila with a scorpion fermenting contained in the bottle!

For extra on Oaxaca’s artisanal product scene, learn our publish here.

Conclusion

After all, these are simply 4 of our favourite actions when touring by Mexico. However there may be a lot extra to discover and expertise within the nation, similar to colonial structure, magical cities (pueblos magicos), and gorgeous pure landscapes. We liked our time in Mexico and we all know you’ll as nicely. In case you have any questions relating to touring Mexico in an RV, be happy to achieve out to us at [email protected].

Completely happy touring!

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