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Walking around San Miguel during this festive time of year makes it easy to reflect on your own family, friends, and even pets who have crossed the spirit threshold. El Jardín, located in the heart of town, is surrounded by beautiful altars. Families unload truckloads of fragrant marigolds to decorate their ofrendas (altars). No altar is complete without that golden touch. Framed photographs of loved ones, combined with unique designs and personal touches, create a fantastica

Boo! Who's ready for serious trick-or-treating? 👻 Shrimp ’n Lobster have put on their costumes and are ready to hit the cobblestone in San Miguel de Allende! Wishing everyone a spook-tacular Halloween filled with treats, giggles, and a little adventure. Stay shrimpy, everyone! 🦐🦞🎃

The energy of San Miguel is potent especially during festival season. And being in the fall you are in the height of the festivities. If you walk down toward the El Jardín, the first thing that hits you isn’t the sound of music or the bustle of crowds. It’s the rich, warm scent of cempasúchil—vibrant golden orange Mexican marigolds—lining the stone steps, filling historic windowsills, and arching over doorway after doorway. Overhead, rows of papel picado (intricately cut tiss

Discover the world, one adventure at a time! Have you ever planned a fun family outing, only to hear, “I'm bored!” before you've even arrived? I remember being the main culprit on long road trips! Sometimes getting kids excited about an outing takes a little creativity. But here's the good news: You don't need an expensive vacation, a faraway destination, or an elaborate itinerary to create an adventure. Sometimes the best adventures are right outside your front door. A neigh

The anticipation is building here in San Miguel de Allende as Día de los Muertos approaches! Día de los Muertos isn’t just a Halloween party. It’s a meaningful Mexican tradition that honors loved ones who have passed away. And just like Mexican Independence Day, the town is getting dressed up for the occasion! With colorful decorations appearing on doorways around town, here’s a little sneak peek at some of the lovely doors blooming with festive color.

San Miguel de Allende is a foodie destination. I can confidently say that you'll be happy with practically any restaurant you walk into. The chefs here take great pride in their culinary creations. But when you're ready for a break from the Michelin-starred eateries, where do you go? For me, the adventure continues at the grocery store. La Lonja: My Go-To Butcher My favorite meat market is La Lonja. There are two locations in town, and both make it easy to pick up what you ne

San Miguel de Allende is a known party town. Parades wind through the Historic District throughout the year, but one of the biggest celebrations is Fiesta de San Miguel Arcángel, honoring the city’s patron saint. And let me tell you: I had absolutely no idea what I was in for. This year, the festivities came shortly after Mexico’s Independence Day celebrations, and to my surprise, they were some of the loudest and most enthusiastic celebrations I had experienced in San Miguel

I was fortunate enough to spend Mexican Independence day in San Miguel de Allende. What’s even more fortuitous is that San Miguel de Allende is the birthplace of the Revolutionary hero Ignacio Allende and the start of the Mexican War of Independence. There are many reasons why this tiny pueblo has made the Condé Nast Traveler’s list of top destinations in the world. And honestly, with its beauty, charm and rich historical significance, it’s easy to see why. What To Expect Du

That's right! On this day July 9, 1877, the All England Croquet and Lawn Tennis Club kicked off the very first lawn tennis tournament at...