Resources: General Links:
Bureau of Consular Affairs
The Bureau of Consular Affairs advises and supports our Embassies and Consulates around the world in such matters as deaths, arrests, robberies, citizenship and nationality, Federal benefits, notarization of documents, international parental child abduction and international adoptions. In addition, they provide assistance the traveling public the Bureau issues Consular Information Sheets, Travel Warnings and Public Announcements concerning conditions in countries where Americans may be planning to visit or reside.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), located in Atlanta, Georgia, USA, is an agency of the Department of Health and Human Services. Its mission is to promote health and quality of life by preventing and controlling disease, injury, and disability.
LANIC
http://lanic.utexas.edu/la/region/music/
LANIC is Music of Latin American, a site developed at the University of Texas. It has a lot of information on each contry's traditional music and downloadable samples.
Planeta.com:
Eco travels in Mexico:
http://www.planeta.com/mexico.html
http://www.ecotravelmexico.com/bikemenu.htm
http://www.bajatravelvacations.com
These sites have lots of general information on ecotourism in Mexico.
Expedia.com
This site will give you a listing of airfares to your destination starting with the cheapest and increasing.
FAQs about Bullfighting
http://www.mundo-taurino.org/toro_faq.html
A very complete source for all your questions about bullfighting. Links to bullfighting by area.
The Universal Currency Converter
Here you can find the currency of your country and the rate of exchange with US dollars.
MEXICO:
http://www.mexicocity.com.mx/mexcity.html
A virtual guide to Mexico City including culture, history, sightseeing, services, shows. In Spanish and English.
Travel and vacation guides throughout Mexico.
Excellent guide to shopping, history, culture, travel, accomodations, eating, and much more throughout Mexico. Good source of visuals.
http://www.mexicovisitorscenter.com
Sources for specific and general information about Mexico..
http://mexicanculture.about.com
Maps, photos, Mexican cuisine, history.
The Templo Mayor
http://archaeology.la.asu.edu/tm/index2.htm
A virtual tour of the Templo Mayor (translated as The Great Temple in English) is provided on this site. The Museum is set in the heart of downtown Mexico City in the area known as the Historical Center. It was built by architect Pedro Ramírez Vázquez, who envisioned a discrete structure that would not compete with the colonial surroundings.
Teotihuacan Home Page
http://archaeology.la.asu.edu/teo/
We have created this site to offer the general public and experts around the world different kinds of information about this ancient city. It consists of introductory pages, recent excavation reports, and an academic journal, each suited for different kinds and levels of readers.
Alegria
http://www.alegria.org/body_lnk.html
Site for Mexican Dance, Music, Art and Culture. Lots of downloadable music samples. This is an outstanding resource which divides Mexico by region. It discusses the native dances to each region and also provides excellent links.
Mexico for Kids
Mexico for Kids is a site published in English by the office of the President of Mexico, with lots of information about Mexio in a kid-friendly format.
Mexican Art and History Virtual Forum
http://www.arts-history.mx/direc2.html
Good site for cultural questions about Mexico. Some linked pages are in Spanish only.
Virtual Tour of Chichen Itza
http://www.mysteriousplaces.com/mayan/TourEntrance.html
See the world-famous Mayan ruins in the Yucatan Peninsula.
Terrorism in Mexico
http://www.homelandsecurity.com
Mexican Charros
http://www.cnn.com/WORLD/9705/04/mexico.charros/
This site describes the Mexican national sport "la charreada" (rodeo). It includes a quick time video of the rodeo and Aztec traditional dance.
Lonely Planet - Destination Mexico
http://www.lonelyplanet.com/dest/nam/mexico.htm
Lonely Planet guide to Mexico. Good general information for all roles.
Fodor’s Guide to Mexico
An extensive guide with many practical suggestions for safe and economical travel.
Art and Artisans
http://www.mexconnect.com/mex_/arts.html
This site includes many types of Mexican art including painting, sculpting, photography, Mexican crafts and dozens of Mexican artists. Museums of Mexico are included as well.
Mexico Connect: The Music of Mexico
http://www.mexconnect.com/mex_/musicmex.html
This site is a magazine article explaining the history and roots of mariachi music. Audio examples are available.
Puerto Morelos: A Yucatan Paradise
http://www.mexconnect.com/mex_/travel/rcunningham/rcpuertomorelos.html
This sight exemplifies typical food staples of Mexico and gives insight into one example of an authentic Mexican livelihood and industry. Also, ruins of the Yucatan are available.
Ballet Folklorico de Las Americas
These sites include many facts about traditional dance of Mexico and well as links to the history of dance in Mexico. Several dance companies of the country are also highlighted.
Mexicana Airlines
This site is useful for planning air travel to Mexico as well as useful travel and cultural information.
National Geographic
http://www.nationalgeographic.com
Look up specific articles on Mexico.
Shopping:
http://www.virtualtourist.com/vt/53e/c
http://www.peoplesguide.com/1pages/chapts/shop/1shopindex.html
http://www.madeinmexicoinc.com/shopping.html
http://www.studyspanish.com/go2mexico/spanishhelper/shopping/
http://www.ehi.com/travel/mexico/majorcit/mexico-city-shopping-luxury-discounts.htm
http://iexplore.nationalgeographic.com/dmap/Mexico/Shopping
Mexican Markets: