Welcome to my WebFlickers Article Directory

Many visitors to Mexico spend their days lounging by the beach, sipping cool drinks and enjoying the scenery, but dig a little deeper and you’ll find some amazing historic sites and quaint villages and towns.

If you are a history buff, Mexico offers some of the world’s top archaeological sites. Explore the Mayan ruins of the Yucatan Peninsula, and you’ll be in awe of the daunting architectural task accomplished by this ancient society. Mexico City is a surprising mix of cultural treasures, exciting nightlife, museums and much more. There are dozens of beach cities, some well-known and others are hidden gems just waiting to be enjoyed.

Seasoned travel writer Karen Brown summarizes several unique itineraries in her well-known guidebooks and on her webpage. There are many wonderful places to stay in Mexico, and Karen Brown readers have chosen these best hotels and inns.

Views of stunning Zihautenejo Bay can be seen from most of the guest rooms at La Quinta Troppo. This intimate boutique hotel earned the Karen Brown Readers’ Choice Award as the “Most Romantic” place to stay in Mexico. The tropical garden setting, ocean views and attention to detail keep guests coming back year after year. Each of the guest rooms is special. Some have balconies or patios and one boasts its own private garden. Margaritas are served upon check-in, and guests are often found relaxing by the lap pool with a cool drink or a glass of wine. The innkeepers have a private boat and water tours of the area available. There is also a private penthouse across the street that features an amazing ocean view, as well as three bedrooms and an infinity pool.

You will fall in love with La Casona and its charming 19th-century architecture and elegant decor. The Mexico City hotel was chosen by Karen Brown readers as the recipient of the “Warmest Welcome” award. The hoteliers, indeed, will make you feel right at home and pamper you with many amenities, including a gym and steam bath and a full-service restaurant. The hotel is located in a residential area, out of the bustle of the main city, yet taxi-close to plenty of museums, shops and cafes. The Paseo de la Reforma, one of Mexico City’s grandest boulevards, is just a few blocks away.

If it’s Old World charm you seek, look no further than Casa Felipe Flores in San Cristobal de las Casas, the winner of the Karen Brown Readers’ Choice Award for “Greatest Value.” The inn once served as the innkeepers second home, but they have transformed it into a gem of a bed and breakfast. The guest rooms, accessible via garden courtyards, are an absolute delight, filled with Colonial furnishings and artifacts. Each room has a fireplace, as well as the cozy living room. Made-to-order breakfasts will get your day off to a perfect start. Among the area’s attractions are hikes to the Huetepec Cloud Forest and tours of the ancient ruins.

In her extensive guidebook on Mexico, Karen Brown declares that after years of searching, she found the perfect hotel at Quinta Real Guadalajara. Her many readers also named the boutique hotel as Mexico’s best “Splendid Splurge.” Located in Guadalajara, the capital of Jalisco, this hotel is stunning with its ivy-covered brick exterior. The interior is equally impressive filled with posh guest rooms and suites that rival any five-star hotel. The hotel has an indoor-outdoor restaurant in a garden setting, as well as an inner courtyard with fountains, trees and gardens.