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Italy Travel Stories Archives: BootsnAll Travel Network Visit other BootsnAll sites: BootBlog | Bali | London | Australia | Written Road | Travel News Daily Home | Ask an Insider | Members Forum Plane Tickets | Youth Hostels | RTW Guide About Us | Advertising | Contact | RSS | Staff First Time Visitor? Home » Italy » Italy Travel Stories Italy Travel Stories First Kiss Florence - Florence, Italy Ed Thompson wistfully recalls the reason behind a trip to Florence. Falling in Love: the Cinque Terre - Cinque Terre, Italy Cherie Yanek knew she would retun to Cinque Terre, but it was still so hard saying goodbye. Taking the Train to Naples - Rome, Italy Michael Cornn learns that when traveling by train, the Board giveth, and the Board taketh away. Get Us Out of The Tuscan Sun - San Gimignano, Tuscany, Italy Just when you want to feel supremely sorry for yourself, Keridwen Cornelius says, it sends you a mint field, Chianti, and the sunlight setting aglow the towers of San Gimignano. Don't Go to Naples - Naples, Italy Leif Pettersen set out to find the gems of Naples. The problem was, there really weren't any and if there were, the supreme effort that was required to get your ass anywhere in Naples completely traumatized you and over-shadowed whatever it was you wanted to see. Grappa Delight - Bassano della Grappa, Veneto, Italy Jessica Nierenberg knows exactly what to do with leftover grape skins after visiting the birthplace of grappa. Tears of Sorrow, Tears of Joy - Rome, Italy Studying abroad in Rome, Bradley T. Kestner is saddened to learn of Pope John Paul II's illness and death. Vesuvius (Ad)Venture - Campania, Italy Joan Schmelzle reaches the top of a volcano - but not in the way she expects! Snap Out Of It - Naples, Italy Susan Van Allen becomes a member of her expressive homeland in Naples. Discovering Richard Mellow - Lecchi and Chianti, Italy Michael Swirnoff is surprised to learn that a tailgating Italian is a talented American painter. Il Ballo Di Autostrada (The Freeway Dance) - Florence, Italy A fender-bender is nothing Bobbie Webb can't handle - except she's in Italy, she only speaks a little Italian and she has to fill out two accident reports. Italian Cooking Lesson Justine Merrill knows the Italian secret for cooking chicken - and is willing to share. A Country Full of Love and Beauty - Italy Italy, the country millions of people go to, has everything. Take a huge step back in history - Sluderno, Alto Adige, Italy Check out German-speaking Italy: it's definitely worth the trip! The Dark Heart of a Beautiful City - Palermo, Sicily, Italy Just because you don't hear about the mafia doesn't mean it's dead in Sicily. Ruining Agrigento - Sicily, Italy Closed tourist offices, rain and the Festival of the Madonna may interfere with Leif Pettersen's plans, but at least he doesn't have to worry about tourists. Mind the Euro-Trash - Sicily, Italy Leif Pettersen wraps up his European tour, half-crazed and exhausted, in what he thought would be the quiet little town of Taormina, Sicily. Secluded and Ill-Researched - Sicily, Italy His trip was ill-researched and ill-advised, but Leif Pettersen still loved Marettimo. Buzzing Through Rome - Rome, Italy Despite his abhorrence of churches and tourist crowds, there is still enough in Rome to make Leif Pettersen's jaw drop. Florence Needs Italians - Florence, Italy With more tourists than Italians and more of a let-down than anything else, Leif Pettersen finds Florence lacking...everything. Hauling Ass Through Cinque Terre - Cinque Terre, Italy Leif Pettersen doesn't scuttle around Cinque Terre - he hauls ass. Fountain of Breasts - Bologna, Italy Leif Pettersen wants a break from tourist Italy and finds everything he is looking for in Bologna - good local food, a laid back city, and a fountain of breasts. Going Hungry in Milan - Milan, Italy After one day of reading the tourist brochure 'Hello Milan,' and not finding a decent place to eat, Leif Pettersen said 'Goodbye, Milan'. Deconstructing Venice - Venice, Italy Travelers often call Venice a maze. After getting lost multiple times, Leif Pettersen thinks the appropriate word for navigating one of Italy's oldest cities is extreme-giga-maze-hard-core-to-the-max-Gomer. Going Pink in Verona - Verona, Italy Leif Pettersen gets in touch with his feminine side, and Juliet's breast, in Verona. That's Italian - Italy Despite the 9/11 attacks, Joseph Koch decides to continue with his RTW adventure. One Leaning Tower and Two That Fall - Italy Joseph Koch stops his travels in Italy to watch the television as the towers fall in NYC. Five Steps to Heaven - Cinque Terre, Italy Laura Bennett found the path connecting the five villages of the Cinque Terre on Italy's North West Ligurian coast wasn't just for Aussie iron men. Lifting the Dark Side of Venice - Venice, Italy Neville Millen thought of Venice as a decaying aqua-fortress, until he got on Line 12. Tour of Duty: An art pilgrimage in southern Europe #8: Pilgrimage Postscript - Cinque Terre, Italy It is with great reservation that Neville tells about a place very special to him, so if you go, don't muck it up, okay? Tour of Duty: An art pilgrimage in southern Europe #2: A Rendezvous with Flora and Venus in Downtown Florence - Florence, Italy All the major tourist attractions of Florence are within a few kilometres of the main train station, but Neville's there for the 15th-century rock star. Tour of Duty: An art pilgrimage in southern Europe #1: Michelangelo: Master of Mallett and Palette in the Eternal City - Rome, Italy To Neville Millen's mind Michelangelo stands supreme as the star in the pantheon of artists held within the walls of Roman museums. So a Glaswegian Talks German to a Dutchwoman Part 1 of 2 - France, Belgium, Netherlands, Czech Republic, Germany, Italy, Luxembourg, Liechenstein Natives beware: Scott and his friends confused foreign languages all over Europe back in 2001, and are plotting to return. So a Glaswegian Talks German to a Dutchwoman Part 2 of 2 - France, Belgium, Netherlands, Czech Republic, Germany, Italy, Luxembourg, Liechenstein Natives beware: Scott and his friends confused foreign languages all over Europe back in 2001, and are plotting to return. Small World, After All - Florence, Italy Sarah Sung never expected the amazing adventure she would have in Florence, Italy, all the result of a chance encounter and coincidence. Non-Designated Camping - Fondi, Italy Kolby Kirk runs through the checklist of what makes a good alternative campsite when no other accommodation options are available. RTW Honeymoon #9: Cold War Memories and Grecian Ruminations - Italy and Greece One of the highlights of Greece was catching the sunset at Oia, supposed to be one of the best places in the world to watch Apollo parallel-park his chariot at the end of the day. RTW Honeymoon #8: Walt Whitman's Grandson and Hungarian Refugees - France and Italy No matter how boring a place might be, if the armed border guards eject you from your train compartment to extract a refugee from a small hole in your compartment ceiling, it kind of adds a bit of spice to the trip. Amalfi: the Splendor Surpassed the Glitch - Amalfi, Italy A glass of wine, some bread and cheese and some of the most spectacular Italian coastline. What more could you ask for? Palermo: a Quick Stay - Palermo, Italy Sylvia Seschel only had a day to enjoy Palermo, but she made as much of it as she could, taking in the sights along Via Vittoria Emmanuel. Question of the Quest - Florence, Italy When traveling, Colleen Dilts recommends taking that agenda you've been penciling in, tossing it out the window and following your whims. Sicily: Mafia, What Mafia? - Sicily, Italy Sicily wasn't Sylvia Seschel's first choice as a destination, but after a taste she did not want to leave. Venice: Twice is Not Enough - Venice, Italy Venice is Sylvia Seschel's favourite city and two visits spanning over 20 years is not even close to being enough. Il Piccalo Paradiso - Italy Il Piccalo Paradiso My terrible experience in Napoli (I awarded the city the honor of being the "Worst City in Europe") was redeemed ten times over by my wonderful time in Capri and Amalfi. Capri is a backpackers' paradise. Although... Boatgirl #13: Roma, Italia - Rome, Italy Read on to learn the secret of surviving taxi rides in Rome. At Home in Venice - Venice, Italy Leaving the guidebook behind, Anna Gibson enjoyed being part of Venice, even if only for a few days. Europe by Auto: Kilometers of Fun If you have a sense of adventure and have an explorer's heart, driving through Europe can be a rewarding experience, according to Laura Foy. Maremma Toscana - The Undiscovered Part of Tuscany, Maremma Toscana - Italy Maremma Toscana - The Undiscovered Part of Tuscany Maremma Toscana, Italy Tuscany, the land of yearning: for centuries the former European cultural center has held its many visitors spellbound. Most tourists however, visit only the famous and much traveled region... Florence, Italy - Florence, Italy Florence, Italy The city of Florence contributed largely to the cultural and political development of Europe. Even today Florence retains a strong resemblance to the late-medieval town it once was, even though it is Italy's biggest tourist attraction. Visiting Florence... Magical Sardinia! - Sardinia, Greece The slow, satisfying pace of Sardinia enchants Judy Smith. Game Of The Bridge - Pisa, Italy Jacqueline Harmon Butler describes the origin, actual battle and magnificence of an event held annually in Pisa. Luminara di Saint Ranieri - Pisa, Italy Jacqueline Harmon Butler found that thousands of people come every year to marvel at the spectacle of the candles and to watch the historic regatta. Escaping the Crowds - Sardinia, Italy Escaping the Crowds Sardinia, Italy Most travelers going to Italy, especially if coming on a Europe-in-30-days visit of the most important (and, alas, most touristy) attractions, often only stop in three cities: Rome, Florence and Venice (or as the... Visiting La Serenissima part 1 of 3- Venice, Italy Michaela Gabriel visited Venice in January, when it belongs more to the Venetians than to the tourist hoards. Visiting La Serenissima Part 2 of 3 - Venice, Italy Michaela Gabriel visited Venice in January, when it belongs more to the Venetians than to the tourist hoards. Visiting La Serenissima Part 3 of 3- Venice, Italy Michaela Gabriel visited Venice in January, when it belongs more to the Venetians than to the tourist hoards. Living the Dream in Sardinia - Sardinia, Italy Sonya Smith is living her dream - starting a business on a beautiful island, combining business ventures with an exciting lifestyle. Roman Holiday - Rome, Italy Roman Holiday This summer, while my husband and I visited Rome, we spent one memorable evening on the terrace of the Hotel Eden enjoying the most romantic view of the Eternal City's many cupolas, domes and steeples. It was a... Il Piccalo Paradiso - Capri and Amalfi, Italy The Italian isles of Capri and Amalfi proved to be slices of paradise that Melissa Vinitsky found very difficult to leave. City Girl on a Small Farm in Tuscany - Tuscany, Italy Jacqueline Harmon Butler's limited language skills brought a blush to the face of an Italian farmer. Venice, Italy - It Doesn't Matter Which Road You Take #16 Episode Sixteen: Venice Green Gum, a Boat Race and the Oldest Men in the World The canals of Venice are like the streets of Florence, each one demands a photograph be taken. We arrive midday and sit upon the... It Doesn't Matter Which Road You Take #15 Episode Fifteen: Florence David, Karaoke and a Room With A View The train stops and the sign outside says "Firenze", but the station looks somewhat odd. I remember reading that the main station is located in the heart of... It Doesn't Matter Which Road You Take #14 Episode Fourteen: Rome The Pope, Confession and a Coin Toss We are on an overnight train to Rome. My light does not work so I am forced to neither read nor write. I would use this time to sleep,... The Fire of Mount Etna - Itlay On a day when Mount Etna was quiet, Jacqueline Harmon Butler managed to find the fire of Mount Etna, not in the volcanic craters, but in a little souvenir shop near the summit. Not Just Your Average Nunnery - Florence, Italy Gerry Schwartz had stayed in many other interesting places in Europe, but never in a working convent. Real Palermo for a Steal - Palermo, Italy Anika Scott rents an apartment in a run-down Sicilian neighborhood right where the people - and stray dogs - live. Carnevale Di Venezia (1 of 3) The fun of a Venetian festival does nothing to raise the temperature, Jacqueline Harmon Butler says through chattering teeth. Carnevale Di Venezia (2 of 3) The fun of a Venetian festival does nothing to raise the temperature, Jacqueline Harmon Butler says through chattering teeth. Photo Gallery & History of the Carnevale (3 of 3) The fun of a Venetian festival does nothing to raise the temperature, Jacqueline Harmon Butler says through chattering teeth. European Travelogue #7: Venice, Italy Take a few days to enjoy Venice. European Travelogue #6: Bologna, Italy Bologna is a place full of interesting things to see and do. European Tour, My Own Way #3: Salzburg, Gruenau, Venice, Florence - Austria and Italy Whirlwind stops in Salzburg and Gruenau and then on to Italy. Venice, Italy Painters, poets, priests, and pirates from all over the world have all been seduced by this incredible city. Navigating With Bob & Ed in Southern Italy (1 of 3) Two weeks in Southern Italy, including Sicily and the heel of the boot. Navigating With Bob & Ed in Southern Italy (2 of 3) Two weeks in Southern Italy, including Sicily and the heel of the boot. Navigating With Bob & Ed in Southern Italy (3 of 3) Two weeks in Southern Italy, including Sicily and the heel of the boot. Bologna, Italy Info Bologna Bologna, home of Spaghetti Bolognese, Ducati and the oldest university in Europe. A place of culture, style and genuine warmth. It is located in the middle of Italy. Getting There The city is served well by train, the... 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France Travel Trends: What's In & Out for 2005  You are here: About > Travel > France for Visitors > Money, Safety & Issues > Issues, News & Hot Topics > France Travel Trends: What's In & Out for 2005 Travel Go France Essentials New Year's Eve in Paris and France Worst of France 2005 Paris Travel Guide Top French Ski Resorts Best New Year's Eve Champagne Articles & Resources Destinations Trip Planning Transportation Interests & Situations Money, Safety & Issues Things to Do in France Where to Stay in France Staying Connected Blogs Picture Galleries Culture, Language & People Fun, Freebies & Quizes Relocating to France Nudism, Sex & Gay Travel D-Day & Historic Travel Buyer's Guide Before You Buy Top Picks Sites Selling French Products Before You Buy the Gift of Travel Gifts for the France Fanatic Product Reviews Forums Help FREE Newsletter Sign Up Now for the France for Visitors newsletter! See Online Courses   Search France for Visitors Stay up to date! Email to a friend Print this page Related Blogs Dispatches from France Blog Paris Blog French Word-a-Day Blog La Coquette Blog Chroniques dune Fraise Nice Blog Rsidence Les Marronniers Provence Blog L'Oiseau Blog Chocolate and Zucchini Blog Forty Days in Paris Blog Most Popular "Naked City" Christmas in Paris Photo Tour Paris Sex District Top Paris Attractions Christmas in France What's Hot New Year's Eve in France Paris Gay Pride Parade Host A France-Themed Party Nice, France Photo Gallery Camping in France Related Topics Europe for Visitors French Language French Cuisine Honeymoons / Romantic Getaways Wine France Travel Trends From Kelby Carr , Your Guide to France for Visitors . FREE Newsletter. Sign Up Now! What's In & Out for 2005 There are always travel trends. Spots that used to be hot become not-so-hip. With the dollar getting increasingly weaker against the euro, travelers are more inclined to stay in more modest accomodations. While Provence enjoyed its heyday in the wake of Peter Mayle's novels, Languedoc is emerging as the underrated darling of southern France. Look below to find out more about what is in and out for France travel this year. In Out Lesser-known cities Paris Languedoc Provence Recreational travel Luxury travel Small inns Upscale hotels Living in France Visiting France Driving Riding the rails Bringing your cellphone Using a phone card Packing light Packing heavy        Topic Index | Email to a Friend Our Story | Be a Guide | Advertising Info | Work at About | Site Map | Icons | Help User Agreement | Ethics Policy | Patent Info. | Privacy Policy | Kids' Privacy Policy ©2005 About, Inc., A part of the New York Times Company . All rights reserved. Around About New Video iPod - Review POLL: Must-Have Gadgets VIDEO: Portable Gaming VIDEO: Choosing a TV Hugh Hefner's Life What's Hot New Year's Eve in France Paris Gay Pride Parade Host A France-Themed Party Nice, France Photo Gallery Camping in France

Mexico Travel Information Site

Mexico Travel - Information Site For Travelers - by mexico_travel RSS | ATOM | FOAF OPERA COMMUNITY  Log in | Sign up Skip navigation . Mexico Travel Information Site For Travelers Blog Photo album Links About Mexico Travel: Mexican Cinema Wednesday, 28. December 2005, 06:10:06 Mexican Movies The history of Mexican cinema goes back to the beginning of the 20th century, when several enthusiasts of the new medium documented historical events most particularly the Mexican Revolution – and produced some movies that have been only recently been rediscovered. During the 1920s very few movies were produced, especially given the political climate that was still very unsettled. In the 1930s, once peace and a degree of political stability were achieved, cinematography took off in Mexico and several movies still experimenting with the nascent medium were done. It is important to notice how early Mexican cinematographers were influenced and encouraged by Sergei Eisenstein's visit to the country. During the 1940s the full potential of the industry developed. Actors, actresses, and directors became popular icons and even figures with political influence on diverse spheres of Mexican life. The industry received a boost as a consequence of Hollywood redirecting its efforts towards propagandistic films, which left an open field for other industries. Mexico dominated the film market in Latin America for most of the 1940s without competition from the United States film industry. The golden era of Mexican cinema took place during the 1940s. Actors like Pedro Infante, Jorge Negrete, Cantinflas, Joaquin Pardave, María Felix, and Dolores del Rio gained recognition. Gabriel Figueroa became an internationally acclaimed cinematographer and Emilio Fernandez and Luis Bunuel directed some of Mexico's most important movies. During 1990s the era of the Nuevo Cine Mexicano took place with high quality films by Arturo Ripstein, Alfonso Arau, Alfonso Cuaron and Maria Novaro. The most famous films produced at this time were Como Agua Para Chocolate (Like Water for Chocolate) and Sexo, Pudor y Lagrimas. Comments (0) Travel Mexico: Mexican Baby Names Tuesday, 27. December 2005, 08:40:37 Mexican Name Keep in mind that these names come from various parts of the country and can be derived from different cultures. The spellings and meaning may vary slightly from region to region - check with your family or other resources if this is important in naming your child. Mexican Baby Boy Names - Antonio - Carlos - Cesar - Crespin - Cruz - Daniel - DeMario - Doroteo - Eber - Elbanco - Eleazar - Elieis - Emilio - Enrique - Enriqueta - Ernesto - Eru - Erubiel - Felix - Filiberto - Flaco - Francisco - Gabriel - Graciano - Hector - Heraclio - Humberto - Ignacio - Isdel - Isidoro - Ivan - Izek - Jaimenacho - Jarini - Javier - Jesus-Ernesto - Jesus - Joel - Jorge - Jose - Juan-Carlos - Juan - Juaquine - Kasper Mexican Baby Girl Names - Beatriz - Berenice - Bertha - Cecilia - Christina - Cierra - Crotilda - Dominga - Dora - Elodia - Elsa - Elvia - Encarnacion - Erendira - Esmeralda - Eufemia - Eva-Yolanda - Flaca - Gabriela - Geavonna - Graciela - Grizelda - Guadalupe - Guliana - Hilda - Inez - Irma - Ivonne - Juana - Juanita - Katia - Katiana - Kristina - Leahonia - Leandra - Leticia - Lilia - Liliana - Manuela - Maria - Maricruz - Marilu - Marlina - Martha - Materia - Michaela - Michelle - Miranda - Myra - Nailea - Ofelia - Olademis - Pasha - Patricia Cheers.... Comments (0) Mexico Travel: About Its Music Monday, 26. December 2005, 07:36:25 Mexico Music The music of Mexico is extraordinarily diverse and features a wide range of different musical styles. The most well known Mexican genre by far is mariachi, a style of traditional Mexican son which is considered old-fashioned but respected traditional music and is usually listened to as modern music. Mexican ranchera the ranchera is a type of Mexican song. Although closely associated with the Mexican mariachi groups which evolved in Jalisco in the post-revolutionary period. (country music) styles, including norteno and banda, are not only popular within Mexico itself, but they are also frequently enjoyed by Mexican immigrants in both rural and urban American communities. Norteno, similar to Tejano music and Tex-Mex , which may refer to:, arose in the 1930s and 40s in the Rio Grande border region of southern Texas. Influenced by Bohemian immigrant miners, its rhythm was derived from the European polka dance popular during the 1800s Banda, similar to norteno in musical form, originated from the Mexico state of Sinaloa during the 1960s. Other new styles such as cumbia, pop. , and rock have seen increased popularity as the music of Mexico faces a new generation of young people. Southern Mexican folk music is centered around the marimba, which remains popular in Chiapas and Oaxaca. In Yucatan the traditional Jarana music and dance is popular. Modern Mexican musical styles are also changing Mexican music. Cumbia, pop, hip-hop, and rock, which are heavily influenced by music from the Caribbean islands and the United States, are increasingly becoming popular among Mexican youths on both sides of the border good link: Made in Mexico Comments (0) Transport in Mexico Saturday, 24. December 2005, 10:51:18 Mexico Transport Mexico The United Mexican States or Mexico 's land transportation network is one of the most extensive in Latin America. More than 4,000 kilometers (2,400 mi.) of four-lane highway have been built through government concessions to private sector contractors since 1989, of which 3,500 kilometers (2,100 miles) have been constructed since 1994. The vast majority of these expressways are toll roads, like in most other developing countries. (Originally awarded under Build-Operate-Transfer concession schemes, most of these private highways have since been "rescued" by central government financial intervention to save the operators from bankruptcy.) The 26,622 km (16,268 mi.) of government-owned railroads in Mexico have been privatized through the sale of 50-year operating concessions. In the 1980s and 1990s, the government allowed the private operators to abandon nearly all passenger rail service. A plethora of private intercity bus lines serve the nation. Passenger rail service to the Copper Canyon region still operates, due to the remote nature of the area and tourist ridership. Tampico, Tamaulipas, and Veracruz , on the Gulf of Mexico, are Mexico's two primary seaports. Recognizing that the low productivity of Mexico's 108 ports poses a threat to trade development, the government has steadily been privatizing port operations to improve their efficiency. A number of international airlines serve Mexico, with direct or connecting flights from most major cities in the United States, Canada, Europe, Japan, and Latin America. Most Mexican regional capitals and resorts have direct air services to Mexico City or the United States. Airport privatization, based on Mexico's successful experience with seaports, is nearly complete. Comments (0) Important DaysTo Remember Friday, 23. December 2005, 08:34:45 holidays Mexico * 1st Jan: Ano nuevo (mexican name) - New Year (english name) - New Year's day * 5th Feb : Dia de la Constitucion - Constitution Day - Celebrates the ratification of the Constitution of 1917, adopted after the Mexican Revolution. * 18th Mar: Expropiacion Petrolera - Oil Expropriation - President Lazaro expropriated foreign-held oil wells to facilitate Mexico's industrial development * 21st Mar: Natalicio de Benito Juarez - Benito Juarez's Birthday - Birthday of Benito Juarez president and statesman who stood against the French occupation * 1st May: Dia del Trabajo - Labour Day - Commemorates the Haymarket Riot of 1886 * 5th May: Batalla de Puebla - Cinco De Mayo - Celebrates the victory against French forces in the city of Puebla. (not an official holiday) It is also widely celebrated in the United States among Mexican-Americans. * 16th Sep: Dia de la Independencia - Independence Day - Celebrates the Grito de Dolores an event that marked the start of the independence war against Spain on the eve of 1810 * 12th Oct: Dia de la Raza - Day of the Race - Commemorates the discovery of America in 1492 by the Italian navigator Christopher Columbus, who was sponsored by the Spanish sovereigns, Isabella of Castille and Ferdinand of Aragon. * 2nd Nov: Dia de los Muertos - Day of the Dead - Mexicans honour their dead relatives and/or friends with candles, food offerings, altars and pre-Hispanic rituals. * 20th Nov: Dia de la Revolucion - Revolution Day - Celebrates the beginning of the Mexican Revloution in 1910 * 12th Dec: Dia de la Virgen de Guadalupe - Day of virgin Guadalupe - Celebrates the day that our lady of Guadalupe appeared on Tepeyac hill to the native. * 25th Dec: Navidad - Christmas - Celebrates the nativity of Jesus also celebrated as secular winter holiday Comments (0) Mexico Travel: Religion Thursday, 22. December 2005, 07:27:08 Mexico Religion Mexico is predominantly Roman Catholic (about 89% of the population), with 6% adhering to various Protestant faiths (mostly Pentecostal), and the remaining 5% of the population adhering to other religions or professing no religion. Some of the country's Catholics (notably those of indigenous background) syncretize Catholicism with various elements of Aztec or Mayan religions. The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (Mormonism) enjoys a growing presence in the major border cities of northeastern Mexico. Judaism has been practiced in Mexico for centuries, and there are estimated to be 100,000 Jews in Mexico today. Islam is mainly practiced by members of the Arab, Turkish, and other expatriate communities; Mexico's indigenous Muslims number only a few thousand or less, although recent years have seen some growth of Islam in Chiapas. Comments (0) Mexico States and Cities Wednesday, 21. December 2005, 21:37:23 Mexico City Mexico is divided into 31 states (estados) and a federal district. Each state has its own constitution and its citizens elect a governor as well as representatives to their respective state congresses. 1.Aguascalientes 2.Baja California 3.Baja California Sur 4.Campeche 5.Chiapas 6.Chihuahua 7.Coahuila 8.Colima 9.Durango 10.Guanajuato 11.Guerrero 12.Hidalgo 13.Jalisco 14.Mexico 15.Michoacan 16.Morelos 17.Nayarit 18.Nuevo Leon 19.Oaxaca 20.Puebla 21.Queretaro 22.Quintana Roo 23.San Luis Potosi 24.Sinaloa 25.Sonora 26.Tabasco 27.Tamaulipas 28.Tlaxcala 29.Veracruz 30.Yucatan 31.Zacatecas Distrito Federal The following is a list of the biggest Metropolitan Areas of Mexico in order of population: * Mexico City * Guadalajara, Jalisco * Monterrey, Nuevo Leon * Puebla, Puebla * Tijuana, Baja California * Leon, Guanajuato * Toluca, Mexico * Ciudad Juarez, Chihuahua * Torreon, Coahuila Comments (0) Mexican Jokes Wednesday, 21. December 2005, 10:16:21 Mexican Jokes » The American investment banker was at the pier of a small coastal Mexican village when a small boat with just one fisherman docked. Inside the small boat were several large yellow fin tuna. The American complimented the Mexican on the quality of his fish and asked how long it took to catch them. The Mexican replied, "Only a little while." The American then asked, "Why didn't you stay out longer and catch more fish?" The Mexican said, "With this I have more than enough to support my family's needs." The American then asked, "But what do you do with the rest of your time?" The Mexican fisherman said, "I sleep late, fish a little, play with my children, take siesta with my wife, Maria, stroll into the village each evening where I sip wine and play guitar with my amigos, I have a full and busy life." The American scoffed, "I am a Harvard MBA and could help you. You should spend more time fishing; and with the proceeds, buy a bigger boat: With the proceeds from the bigger boat you could buy several boats. Eventually you would have a fleet of fishing boats. Instead of selling your catch to a middleman you would sell directly to the processor; eventually opening your own cannery. You would control the product, processing and distribution. You would need to leave this small coastal fishing village and move to Mexico City, then Los Angeles and eventually New York where you will run your ever-expanding enterprise." The Mexican fisherman asked, "But, how long will this all take?" To which the American replied, "15 to 20 years." "But what then?" asked the Mexican. The American laughed and said that's the best part. "When the time is right you would announce an IPO and sell your company stock to the public and become very rich, you would make millions." "Millions?...Then what?" The American said, "Then you would retire. Move to a small coastal fishing village where you would sleep late, fish a little, play with your kids, take siesta with your wife, stroll to the village in the evenings where you could sip wine and play your guitar with your amigos." » There was a German, an American, and a Mexican. They were walking in the woods. Suddenly a heard of buffalo came at them. They ran and ran until they saw a shack and went in it. 2 days later the buffalo left. The men got out of the shack only to find layers of crap everywhere! They were forced to jump in because there was no way out. The German took a leap and said, " It's not bad, it's only up to my waist. " The American took a leap and said, " It's not bad, it's only up to my knees. " Then the Mexican took a leap and said, " It's not bad, it's only up to my ankles. " The American asked, " How did you do that. " The Mexican replied in a muffled voice, I jumped in head first. » What kind of cans are there in Mexico? Mexicans. Comments (0) Mexico Travel: Currency Converter Tuesday, 20. December 2005, 07:57:15 » Currency Converter, where you can convert to and from major foreign currencies. Can't keep all those rates in your head? Create a wallet-sized currency cheat sheet to take with you on your trip. Please select the currencies you'd like to use for your exchange from below. Then choose the category of conversion results you would like to see; Select the Convert Currency button once you have made your selections. Links Travel Calculator & Currency Converter » GCI Trading » X-Rates » Yahoo Finance These sites are reliable and offers free but accurate currency conversion tools or calculators. Tourists or Travellers can use these calculators to see the latest currency conversions. Enjoy your Mexico trip. Comments (0) About Mexico Friday, 9. December 2005, 07:33:56 The United Mexican States or Mexico is a country located in North America, bordered to the north by the United States , to the south-east by Guatemala and Belize , to the west by the Pacific Ocean and to the east by the Gulf of Mexico and the Caribbean Sea. » It is the most northerly and most westerly,and third largest country, in Latin America and is at the same time the most populated Spanish-speaking country. Mexico is divided into 31 states (estados) and the Mexican Federal District (Distrito Federal). The Mexico City Metropolitan Area, which includes the Federal District and adjacent parts of México State , is one of the most populous cities in the world. » Capital : Mexico City » Language : English & French » Currency : Mexican Peso » National anthem : Mexicanos, al grito de guerra source: Travel World ................................ The culture of Mexico reflects the complexity of Mexico 's history through the blending of Pre-Hispanic Mesoamerican civilizations and the culture of Spain , imparted during Spain 's 300 year colonization of Mexico. » In Mexican culture, it is usually considered undesirable to show weakness or open oneself to others outside of the family. As a result, a strong sense of community is not a trait of Mexican culture, because strong friendships cannot be built without some level of closeness. Relationships are generally approached with a gauge of disbelieve because of fear of betrayal, which for a Mexican is one of the most humiliating experiences one could go through. » Mexico is known worldwide for its folk art traditions, mostly derived from a combination of indigenous and Spanish crafts. Mainly distinguished among handicrafts are the clay pottery made in the valley of Oaxaca and the bird and animal figures made in the village of Tomala . Colorfully embroidered cotton garments, cotton or wool shawls and outer garments, and colorful baskets and rugs are seen everywhere. » With an estimated 2003 population of about 104 million, Mexico is the most populous Spanish-speaking country in the world. Nominally, the country is predominantly Roman Catholic (89%), with 6% adhering to various Protestant faiths and the remaining 5% either adhering to other smaller religions or remaining unaffiliated. | U s e f u l L i n k s :- » Mexican - Embassy » Ancient Mexico .......................................... Mexico Hotels » Hotels differ from motels in that most motels have drive-up, exterior entrances to the rooms, while hotels tend to have halls with interior entrances to the rooms. The cost and quality of hotels are usually relatively indicative of the range and type of services available. Due to the enormous increase in tourism worldwide. » Basic accommodation consisting of a room with a bed, a cupboard, a small table and a washstand only have largely been replaced by rooms with bathrooms. Other features many travelers do not want to do without today are a TV, a telephone, an alarm clock, a small refrigerator. » Mexico hotels. The cost and quality of hotels are usually relatively indicative of the range and type of services available. Due to the enormous increase in tourism worldwide, during the last decades of the 20th century common standards, especially those of smaller sstablishments have improved considerably. For the sake of greater comparability, various rating systems have been introduced, with the one to five stars classification being the most commonly used. | Top Mexico Hotels » Hotels of Mexico » Andale Mexico » Different World » Planet Holiday » Trip Advisor » Mexico Travel Net ............................ Mexico Restaurants A restaurant is a business that serves ready food and beverages to be consumed on the location. The term covers a variety of scene and a range of cuisine styles. Restaurants are sometimes a feature of a larger complex.There exist many likely businesses for restaurants, depending on local traditions and the procedure and price of the meal; *0ne sits down, a waiter comes to take one's order, and later brings the food; one pays after finishing eating *0ne orders at the counter; after preparation the food is brought to one's table; paying may be on ordering or after eating *0ne collects ready portions » Mexico restaurants range from unpretentious lunching or dining places catering to people working nearby, with simple food served in simple settings at low prices, to expensive establishments serving refined food and wines in a formal setting. In the former case, clients are not expected to wear formal attire. In the latter case, clients generally wear formal clothing, though this varies between cultures. | Top Mexico Restaurants » Cancun Blast » Appetite Net » Mexico Resturants » Citi-Guide ...................................... Mexico: Climate & Weather Mexico 's climate is less uneven and warmer. The key aspect in Mexico 's climate variation is that of its geography. Bordering the Gulf of Mexico are lowlands characterized by hotter, more humid climate than the higher elevations of the country. » Mexico has distinct wet and dry seasons. Nearly all of the country experiences a rainy season from June to mid-October and notably less rain during the rest of the year. February and July generally are the driest and wettest months. Mexico City , for example, receives an average of only 5 millimeters of rain during February but more than 160 millimeters in July. Coastal areas, especially those along the Gulf of Mexico , experience the largest amounts of rain in September. | Role Of Mexico Climate - Gulf of Mexico will provide insight into the role of tropical climate system on global climate. » Rainfall varies widely both by location and season. Arid or semiarid conditions are encountered in the Baja Peninsula, the northwestern state of Sonora, the northern altiplano, and significant portions of the southern altiplano. » Mexico faces noteworthy ecological threats upsetting almost every section of the country. Vast expanses of southern and southeastern tropical forests have been striped for cattle raising and agriculture. » Mexico's vast coastline faces a different, but no less difficult, series of environmental problems. | For Latest Mexico Weather Updates; » M e x i c o W e a t h e r » M e x O n l i n e .................................... Mexico Heritage Mexico is most prominent to tourists for its many prehistoric ruins, popular beach resorts, generally warm-to-hot climate, and unique culture. Tourism in Mexico peaks during December and mid-summer. A one hour drive to the northeast of Ruta Puuc are the surviving remains of the city of Mayapan . This settlement was controlled by Chichen Itza to the east, now a large archaeological site with many interesting ruins. » The central and southern parts of Mexico was host to several pre-Hispanic civilizations, with the most prominent being the Aztec, Mayan , and the Olmec. There are numerous tourist destinations where these ruins can be viewed. Along the gulf coast area in the state of Veracruz are more archaeological sites, with the Olmec ceremonial center of Tres Zapotes, the ruins of the large Totonac city of Zempoala , and the ruins of El Tajín with the Pyramid of the Niches. The city of Xalapa contains the Museo de Antropología, a notable museum featuring a collection of massive Olmec head sculptures. » Moving to the north, the central region about Mexico City contains several archeological sites. To the southwest are the massive ruins of Teotihuacán , including the Pyramid of the Sun and the Temple of Quetzalcoatl . To the southeast near the city of Cholula is the Great Pyramid, visible from the city center. Just to the north of Cholula are the well-preserved ruins of Cacaxtla city. | Mexico Heritage Resources » Travel Mexico » Our Mexico » Mexico Expo » World Heritage your comments @ Travel T World Comments (1) Showing posts 1 - 10. 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