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Mexican cities dominated Travel + Leisure's 2026 edition of the "World's Best Awards," with three being named among the top 10 worldwide.
How Sergio Pitol, one of Mexico’s most influential writers, gave Xalapa its literary fame
Sergio Pitol was not only a titan of modern Mexican literature, he was a proud native of Veracruz, spending the last 25 years of his life in Xalapa, writes Alan Chazaro.
Postcards from Mexico: On a Ruta del Desierto bus bound for Cabo San Lucas
How long can a bus trip to Cabo San Lucas take? Ethan Jacobs is about to find out.
MND Tutor | Mejores Ciudades del Mundo
Mexican cities dominated Travel + Leisure's 2026 edition of the "World's Best Awards," with three being named among the top 10 worldwide.
How Sergio Pitol, one of Mexico’s most influential writers, gave Xalapa its literary fame
Sergio Pitol was not only a titan of modern Mexican literature, he was a proud native of Veracruz, spending the last 25 years of his life in Xalapa, writes Alan Chazaro.
Postcards from Mexico: On a Ruta del Desierto bus bound for Cabo San Lucas
How long can a bus trip to Cabo San Lucas take? Ethan Jacobs is about to find out.
Mexicanos al grito de guerra: Learning the national anthem and the pledge of allegiance
Whether its raising the flag, singing the national anthem or reciting the pledge of allegiance, you gain a new appreciation of patriotism when you're raising a child in Mexico, writes Sarah DeVries.
The MND News Quiz of the Week: July 11th
Water issues, world trade and the world's best cities. Have you been paying attention to the news this week?
If San Miguel is going to stay the “best city in the world,” it...
San Miguel de Allende just won "Best City in the World" again, but MND CEO Travis Bembenek says it can't coast on that title — here are nine ways the town should keep improving.
‘Confidently Wrong about Tourism in Mexico’: A new MND podcast
Mexico’s World Cup tourism boom raises a big question: Does Mexico really need more tourists? In this "Confidently Wrong" episode, Travis and George explore the numbers and Mexico’s long-term tourism potential.
A planned 95.5 km bypass will improve traffic flow on Hwy 57 near Querétaro
Grupo Omega, the project's concessionaire, says the bypass will have a beneficial effect beyond the immediate area served, boosting business in nearby states such as Hidalgo and Guanajuato.
Vinci Airports eyes more Mexico investment as it braces for slower global growth
Vinci Airports, the world's largest private airport operator and majority owner of Mexican airport group OMA, is planning further investment in Mexico even as it braces for slower global air traffic growth this year.
A Chiapas zoo welcomes a newborn tapir, a conservation win for the endangered mammal
The birth is signficant because tapirs, which are related to horses, are threatened in Mexico by habitat fragmentation, deforestation, poaching, vehicle strikes and slow reproductive rates.
The year Querétaro translated me and taught me a new grammar for living
As you cross the invisible line from visitor to Mexico to a resident of the country, subtle changes begin to transform every aspect of your life, writes Dr. Mark Arcuri of his own move to Querétaro.
Sheinbaum reports positive World Cup tourism impact: Friday mañanera recapped
The president also addressed a possible Trump call over new revelations in the "El Mayo" case and shared that Merlin the duck and his owner now have a new home.
Opinion: A World Cup loss can’t sap the country’s incurable optimism
Mexico's knockout loss to England in the 2026 FIFA World Cup was a setback to the celebratory atmosphere on display in the country, but does nothing to shake Mexico's incurable optimism, writes Maria Meléndez.
3 Mexican cities are among Travel + Leisure’s top 10 in the world
From wellness retreats to colonial streets, the country garnered numerous accolades in one of the most influential rankings in the tourism industry.
‘Who lied?’ about the United States’ role in the capture of cartel boss ‘El...
President Sheinbaum and Interior Minister Rodríguez suggested on Tuesday that the U.S. made agreements with organized crime members — namely Joaquín Guzmán López (the son of "El Chapo") — to facilitate Zambada's capture.
¿Y si sí? isn’t over. It’s becoming a rallying cry for Mexico’s most dire...
"And if yes?" became a national motto for hopeful Mexican soccer fans during El Tri's World Cup run. Now, the voices raising awareness of Mexico's adversities are using the slogan to bring optimism to their fights.
Fancy embroidered World Cup Mexico jerseys and workers’ rights? It’s a complicated issue
What do social media influencers, Adidas and Indigenous Mexican artisans have in common? They're the major players in a controversy over pay for those making Mexico's best-selling World Cup team jerseys.
Mexicanos al grito de guerra: Learning the national anthem and the pledge of allegiance
Whether its raising the flag, singing the national anthem or reciting the pledge of allegiance, you gain a new appreciation of patriotism when you're raising a child in Mexico, writes Sarah DeVries.
The MND News Quiz of the Week: July 11th
Water issues, world trade and the world's best cities. Have you been paying attention to the news this week?
If San Miguel is going to stay the “best city in the world,” it has to up its game: A perspective from our CEO
San Miguel de Allende just won "Best City in the World" again, but MND CEO Travis Bembenek says it can't coast on that title — here are nine ways the town should keep improving.
‘Confidently Wrong about Tourism in Mexico’: A new MND podcast
Mexico’s World Cup tourism boom raises a big question: Does Mexico really need more tourists? In this "Confidently Wrong" episode, Travis and George explore the numbers and Mexico’s long-term tourism potential.
A planned 95.5 km bypass will improve traffic flow on Hwy 57 near Querétaro
Grupo Omega, the project's concessionaire, says the bypass will have a beneficial effect beyond the immediate area served, boosting business in nearby states such as Hidalgo and Guanajuato.
Vinci Airports eyes more Mexico investment as it braces for slower global growth
Vinci Airports, the world's largest private airport operator and majority owner of Mexican airport group OMA, is planning further investment in Mexico even as it braces for slower global air traffic growth this year.
Vinci Airports eyes more Mexico investment as it braces for slower...
Vinci Airports, the world's largest private airport operator and majority owner of Mexican airport group OMA, is planning further investment in Mexico even as it braces for slower global air traffic growth this year.
If San Miguel is going to stay the “best city in the world,” it...
San Miguel de Allende just won "Best City in the World" again, but MND CEO Travis Bembenek says it can't coast on that title — here are nine ways the town should keep improving.
Are we seeing light at the end of the tunnel for Mexico’s economy? A...
Mexico News Daily CEO Travis Bembenek sits down with Empresas Globales chief Guillermo Bernal to unpack Mexico's mixed economic signals and how major investors really see the country's outlook.
‘Confidently Wrong about Healthcare in Mexico’: A new podcast episode by Mexico News Daily
Mexico News Daily’s latest “Confidently Wrong” episode dives into foreigners' experience with healthcare in Mexico, unpacking costs, access and quality — from routine care to major surgery.
MND’s ‘Confidently Wrong’ podcast kicks off season 3 with a look at fracking in...
The third season of MND’s ‘Confidently Wrong’ podcast dives into fracking in Mexico, challenging common misconceptions and exploring what this controversial industry could mean for jobs, energy and the country’s future.
Get ‘more smarter’ with MND Intelligence: A perspective from our CEO
A note from our CEO on why we created the new MND Intelligence section — and how these tools can help you make smarter decisions about living, traveling or doing business in Mexico.
Sunday’s Mexico-England showdown was the most-watched soccer match of the century in Mexico
With so much at stake, so much pre-game hype, and so much enthusiasm across all segments of the Mexican population, a record television audience was almost inevitable.
Opinion: A World Cup loss can’t sap the country’s incurable optimism
Mexico's knockout loss to England in the 2026 FIFA World Cup was a setback to the celebratory atmosphere on display in the country, but does nothing to shake Mexico's incurable optimism, writes Maria Meléndez.
Opinion: Why even in losing, Mexican soccer fans continue celebrating
El Tri rallied the nation and provided hope for fans, but ultimately fell short in historic fashion.
Sheinbaum celebrates Mexico’s ‘best performance in any World Cup’ and the joy it brought:...
On Monday, President Sheinbaum congratulated El Tri, saying that the team "gave us a lot of joy," and announced that her government would soon present a report on the 2024 capture of Sinaloa Cartel leader Ismael "El Mayo" Zambada.
IMF lowers its Mexican growth forecast, citing ‘uncertainties’ and Mideast conflict
The downgrade was immediately rebuffed by Economy Minister Edgar Amador, who said the IMF overrelied on external factors. He also noted that Mexico outperformed the IMF's forecast last year.
Data center firm Vertiv will expand its Reynosa plant, investing US $150M
The investment will help establish Reynosa as a leading hub for advanced manufacturing in northern Mexico and further Mexico's leadership among Latin American nations in data center development.
MXN - Mexican Peso
USD
17.47
CAD
12.32
EUR
19.95
Salazar denies lying about US role in capture of drug lord ‘El Mayo’
Did the U.S. intervene in Mexican affairs? A new report alleging FBI involvement in El Mayo’s 2024 capture has led Mexico to question the former U.S. ambassador’s version of events.
Mexico to pursue US criminal charges over deaths of Mexicans in ICE custody: Thursday’s...
Mexican officials used the Thursday morning presser to announce legal action over deaths of Mexicans in ICE custody, escalating the response to Trump-era immigration enforcement.
Sheinbaum reports positive World Cup tourism impact: Friday mañanera recapped
The president also addressed a possible Trump call over new revelations in the "El Mayo" case and shared that Merlin the duck and his owner now have a new home.
If San Miguel is going to stay the “best city in the world,” it has to up its game: A perspective from our CEO
San Miguel de Allende just won "Best City in the World" again, but MND CEO Travis Bembenek says it can't coast on that title — here are nine ways the town should keep improving.
The year Querétaro translated me and taught me a new grammar for living
As you cross the invisible line from visitor to Mexico to a resident of the country, subtle changes begin to transform every aspect of your life, writes Dr. Mark Arcuri of his own move to Querétaro.
Opinion: Why even in losing, Mexican soccer fans continue celebrating
El Tri rallied the nation and provided hope for fans, but ultimately fell short in historic fashion.
Postcards from Mexico: On a Ruta del Desierto bus bound for Cabo San Lucas
How long can a bus trip to Cabo San Lucas take? Ethan Jacobs is about to find out.
‘Confidently Wrong about Tourism in Mexico’: A new MND podcast
Mexico’s World Cup tourism boom raises a big question: Does Mexico really need more tourists? In this "Confidently Wrong" episode, Travis and George explore the numbers and Mexico’s long-term tourism potential.
A planned 95.5 km bypass will improve traffic flow on Hwy 57 near Querétaro
Grupo Omega, the project's concessionaire, says the bypass will have a beneficial effect beyond the immediate area served, boosting business in nearby states such as Hidalgo and Guanajuato.
The year Querétaro translated me and taught me a new grammar for living
As you cross the invisible line from visitor to Mexico to a resident of the country, subtle changes begin to transform every aspect of your life, writes Dr. Mark Arcuri of his own move to Querétaro.
Opinion: Why even in losing, Mexican soccer fans continue celebrating
El Tri rallied the nation and provided hope for fans, but ultimately fell short in historic fashion.
Are we seeing light at the end of the tunnel for Mexico’s economy? A...
Mexico News Daily CEO Travis Bembenek sits down with Empresas Globales chief Guillermo Bernal to unpack Mexico's mixed economic signals and how major investors really see the country's outlook.
‘Confidently Wrong about Healthcare in Mexico’: A new podcast episode by Mexico News Daily
Mexico News Daily’s latest “Confidently Wrong” episode dives into foreigners' experience with healthcare in Mexico, unpacking costs, access and quality — from routine care to major surgery.
Opinion: Why Guadalajara offers a credible supply chain alternative during the Iran crisis
The fuel crisis in the Straits of Hormuz isn't ending anytime soon, despite the ceasefire between the U.S. and Iran, and Guadalajara and its real estate market stand to prosper.
MND Local: FIFA World Cup security plans announced for Guadalajara, while real estate prices...
With World Cup games only a few weeks away in Guadalajara, the city has announced its security measures for the event, as well as other local news.
Mexicanos al grito de guerra: Learning the national anthem and the pledge of allegiance
Whether its raising the flag, singing the national anthem or reciting the pledge of allegiance, you gain a new appreciation of patriotism when you're raising a child in Mexico, writes Sarah DeVries.
The Mexican Film Academy reveals its nominees for the 2026 Ariel Awards, Mexico’s top...
A Diego Luna-backed queer romance and a Venezuelan dystopia lead the nominations, and two nonagenarians from Mexican cinema's Golden Age will be honored for lifetime achievement
How sargassum is changing the face of paradise in Cozumel
Sargassum has long been a seasonal nuisance in Riviera Maya, but when each year there's more of it, sargassum's effects become more profound. Has one company finally found a solution?
Rafael Márquez replaces Aguirre as new head coach of Mexico’s national soccer team
Rafael Márquez, one of El Tri’s all-time greatest defenders, has been officially appointed Mexico’s head coach to lead a youth-focused national team project in the build-up to the 2030 World Cup.
‘Confidently Wrong about Tourism in Mexico’: A new MND podcast
Mexico’s World Cup tourism boom raises a big question: Does Mexico really need more tourists? In this "Confidently Wrong" episode, Travis and George explore the numbers and Mexico’s long-term tourism potential.
A planned 95.5 km bypass will improve traffic flow on Hwy 57 near Querétaro
Grupo Omega, the project's concessionaire, says the bypass will have a beneficial effect beyond the immediate area served, boosting business in nearby states such as Hidalgo and Guanajuato.
Rancho Tehuan: How one man rewilded a ruined ranch into Mexico’s most unlikely culinary...
Besides providing Mexico City chefs with the best available ingredients, Pierre Koboloff is also building one of Mexico's best culinary destinations behind an unmarked gate in Morelos.
Where can you find a taste of Colombia in Mexico City?
The number of Colombian immigrants to Mexico has increased noticeably in recent years, leading to a host of new restaurants and flavors, especially in Mexico City.
Mexico City unveils US $127M in drainage system upgrades to tame flooding
The upgrades come after two consecutive years of heavy June rainfall in the capital and are expected to benefit the flood-prone areas of Iztapalapa and eastern México state.
Mexico has almost totally recovered from several years of drought
Just over a year ago, 46.5% of the country was suffering from drought conditions, according to the National Water Commission (Conagua). Now that percentage is down to 2.4%.
Rancho La Puerta — From US $17.50 a day to one of the world’s...
Rancho La Puerta was founded in 1940 Edmond Szekely and his wife Deborah, and over the next 80+ years it would become perhaps the world's finest spa.
One doctor’s mission to provide affordable care in Zihuatanejo
Everyone should have a doctor who cares as much as Dr. Molina, a woman on a mission in one of Zihuatanejo's poorest neighborhoods.
How Sergio Pitol, one of Mexico’s most influential writers, gave Xalapa its literary fame
Sergio Pitol was not only a titan of modern Mexican literature, he was a proud native of Veracruz, spending the last 25 years of his life in Xalapa, writes Alan Chazaro.
Mexicanos al grito de guerra: Learning the national anthem and the pledge of allegiance
Whether its raising the flag, singing the national anthem or reciting the pledge of allegiance, you gain a new appreciation of patriotism when you're raising a child in Mexico, writes Sarah DeVries.
The Mexican Film Academy reveals its nominees for the 2026 Ariel Awards, Mexico’s top movie honors
A Diego Luna-backed queer romance and a Venezuelan dystopia lead the nominations, and two nonagenarians from Mexican cinema's Golden Age will be honored for lifetime achievement
The best ice cream shops in Mexico City to enjoy this summer
Nothing tempts the taste buds of capitalinos during summertime in Mexico City quite like ice cream. Here's a look at the city's signature stops for "helados" and "nieves."
How sargassum is changing the face of paradise in Cozumel
Sargassum has long been a seasonal nuisance in Riviera Maya, but when each year there's more of it, sargassum's effects become more profound. Has one company finally found a solution?
Rafael Márquez replaces Aguirre as new head coach of Mexico’s national soccer team
Rafael Márquez, one of El Tri’s all-time greatest defenders, has been officially appointed Mexico’s head coach to lead a youth-focused national team project in the build-up to the 2030 World Cup.
MXN - Mexican Peso
USD
17.47
CAD
12.32
EUR
19.95
El Jalapeño: Mexico achieves win against France (just not in the World Cup, apparently)
Isaac del Toro's historic Tour de France stage win doesn't count for the World Cup, sporting officials confirm.
El Jalapeño: Vatican elevates Soccer Baby Jesus to full pilgrimage status, citing ‘undeniable results’
Can pilgrimages to the shrine of Soccer Baby Jesus help Mexico win the World Cup? It can't hurt, the Vatican says.
El Jalapeño: Mexico proposes Trump-faced avocados to save the USMCA
With negotiations ongoing to renew the USMCA trade agreement, Mexico has a bold new proposal.
El Jalapeño: Duck gets legal approval faster than most Mexican infrastructure projects
Mexico's World Cup dreams rely on its now official secret weapon: Luck-bringing Merlin the duck.
El Jalapeño: ICE Agents having a wonderful time at World Cup, jurisdictional questions remain
Technically, none of these people had valid U.S. visas, but then again, they weren't in the U.S.
MND Tutor | Mejores Ciudades del Mundo
Mexican cities dominated Travel + Leisure's 2026 edition of the "World's Best Awards," with three being named among the top 10 worldwide.
The MND News Quiz of the Week: July 11th
Water issues, world trade and the world's best cities. Have you been paying attention to the news this week?
Mexico in Numbers: Mexico’s largest and most populous islands
From remote desert isles to bustling Caribbean tourist hubs, get to know a few of Mexico's 4,000 islands with this week's edition of Mexico in Numbers.
Is the peso trading at its true rate? The results of our latest MND...
In June 2026, the MND Peso Index™ suggests that the USD:MXN exchange rate on the date we collected prices in various Mexican cities and in Dallas, Texas, overvalued the Mexican peso by 2.91%.
The MND News Quiz of the Week: July 4th
World Cup, World Cup and World Cup: Have you been paying attention to the news this week?
United States’ EPA highlights bilateral progress on Tijuana River sewage crisis
According to an update released by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Mexico is on track with the construction of a new pump station and stormwater management gates that will prevent at least 5 million gallons per day of sewage from entering the Tijuana River.
Mexico City unveils US $127M in drainage system upgrades to tame flooding
The upgrades come after two consecutive years of heavy June rainfall in the capital and are expected to benefit the flood-prone areas of Iztapalapa and eastern México state.
Mexico has almost totally recovered from several years of drought
Just over a year ago, 46.5% of the country was suffering from drought conditions, according to the National Water Commission (Conagua). Now that percentage is down to 2.4%.
Scientists, activists push back on Sheinbaum’s fracking plan as opposition movement grows
Recent protests were held in Mexico City after President Claudia Sheibaum reversed her stance on fracking, which she had pledged during her campaign to ban.
Yucatán teams with World Wildlife Fund to launch US $20 million fund to protect...
Given the name Herencia Maya (Maya Heritage), the conservation program is a joint government-NGO-private-institution effort for funding the rescue and revival of Yucatan's mangroves and waterways.
How to get the most out of International Yoga Day 2026 in Mexico City
If you're spending International Yoga Day in Mexico City this month, here's the most relaxing and balanced itinerary imaginable, courtesy of capitalina Andrea Fischer.
Rancho La Puerta — From US $17.50 a day to one of the world’s...
Rancho La Puerta was founded in 1940 Edmond Szekely and his wife Deborah, and over the next 80+ years it would become perhaps the world's finest spa.
One doctor’s mission to provide affordable care in Zihuatanejo
Everyone should have a doctor who cares as much as Dr. Molina, a woman on a mission in one of Zihuatanejo's poorest neighborhoods.
Toyota set to move production out of Tijuana and into Texas
The Japanese automaker will gradually relocate production of the Tacoma model to its San Antonio plant over the next four years. However, Mexico's Economy Ministry hinted at a future investment announcement that may soften the blow.
Mexico and European Union sign modernized trade deal, eliminating tariffs on 99% of products
The long-awaited Modernized Global Agreement (MGA) has come to fruition as both sides seek to expand and diversify trade with partners other than the United States.
GM will move assembly of its Groove and Aveo models from China to Mexico
Starting next year, GM will be assembling those two vehicles at its Ramos Arizpe plant in Coahuila, which began operations 45 years ago.
Opinion: A World Cup loss can’t sap the country’s incurable optimism
Mexico's knockout loss to England in the 2026 FIFA World Cup was a setback to the celebratory atmosphere on display in the country, but does nothing to shake Mexico's incurable optimism, writes Maria Meléndez.
3 Mexican cities are among Travel + Leisure’s top 10 in the world
From wellness retreats to colonial streets, the country garnered numerous accolades in one of the most influential rankings in the tourism industry.
‘Who lied?’ about the United States’ role in the capture of cartel boss ‘El...
President Sheinbaum and Interior Minister Rodríguez suggested on Tuesday that the U.S. made agreements with organized crime members — namely Joaquín Guzmán López (the son of "El Chapo") — to facilitate Zambada's capture.
¿Y si sí? isn’t over. It’s becoming a rallying cry for Mexico’s most dire...
"And if yes?" became a national motto for hopeful Mexican soccer fans during El Tri's World Cup run. Now, the voices raising awareness of Mexico's adversities are using the slogan to bring optimism to their fights.
