Guadalajara

Guadalajara doesn’t often make it onto the tourist list of places to visit. That’s a shame for many reasons, although safety is sometimes—and understandably—among them. So, is Guadalajara safe? Guadalajara isn’t among the safest destinations in Mexico. It has a pretty high crime index, and cartels are active in the city.  However, knowing where (and […]

Lake Chapala is the largest lake in Mexico, covering about 417 square miles. It’s a popular day trip from Guadalajara and a hotspot for North American retirees. But since Lake Chapala is so big, it might get you wondering about the differences between Chapala vs Ajijic, which are Lake Chapala’s two most popular towns. I’ve

So, you’ve stuffed yourself full of tortas ahogadas in Guadalajara and are ready to give Sayulita’s beach vibes a try. Here’s the good news: Taking the bus from Guadalajara to Sayulita is easy, thanks to many daily direct departures. I took this bus ride with the company Vallarta Plus and will guide you through the

Picking the right place to stay when traveling can make or break your experience. So, between your explorations to find the best spots in Guadalajara for mariachi and eating scrumptious tortas ahogadas, you might be considering Selina as the place to rest your head. In this Selina Guadalajara review, I’ll share must-know details about this

Whether group tours make you balk or you know you’ll need a designated driver but don’t want to pay tourist prices, taking the bus from Guadalajara to Tequila is an excellent option. Better yet, by hopping on a bus you’ll have more departures to choose from than group tours, and you can save money by

Ajijic is a Pueblo Mágico (Magical Town) on Chapala Lake, located just 35 miles from Guadalajara, making it an excellent day trip. While it’s easy to rent a car and drive to Ajijic, taking the bus is a great option since you won’t have to deal with finding a parking spot. Plus, you can choose

Los what? That’s a common reaction to have if you’re researching day trips from Guadalajara, as Los Guachimontones makes the list for being one of only two former civilizations in the world with round pyramids. Needless to say, if you’re trying to figure out how to take the bus from Guadalajara to Los Guachimontones, learning

If you enjoy kicking it like a local, the thought of taking the metro to Tlaquepaque from Guadalajara is undoubtedly enticing. But if you’re looking at an old map or don’t speak Spanish, it can get confusing. In September 2020, Guadalajara inaugurated Line 3 of its metro system. Line 3 has 18 stations spanning Guadalajara,