H1N1 Influenza Mexico Updates

In response to the World Health Organization recently raising the H1N1 influenza virus or "swine flu" alert from level 5 to level 6 (pandemic status), the Mexico Tourism Board has posted comprehensive updates on its website. In addition to information about what the Mexican government is doing to curb the spread of the disease, there are links to frequently asked questions about H1N1 and to travel tips. Currently there are no travel restrictions in effect on Mexico, and the flu situation is under control according to Mexico's Minister of Health.

Busing it from the Beach in Mexico

It's a lamentable fact that out of the thousands of Canadians who vacation in Mexico every year only a tiny percentage venture beyond the tropical resort areas. This is understandable given that most Canadians visit Mexico to escape our cold winters, but it doesn't do the country justice. Mexico has so much more to offer travelers than beautiful beaches -- handsome Spanish colonial towns, magical archaeological sites, awe-inspiring landscapes, and some of the world's most hospitable people.

One way to explore the treasures that lie beyond the beach is to take advantage of Mexico's modern bus system. Travelling by bus is comfortable and inexpensive, plus you can go just about anywhere in the country. On my first trip to Mexico over 25 years ago, I took a side trip by bus from Puerto Vallarta to the city of Guadalajara, a journey that paved the way to more return visits to Mexico than I can remember. If you're interested in beginning your own Mexico bus adventures, click here to check out a very useful website with all the information that you'll need to get started.