In Mexico, there are two culturally traditional dictums that serve to limit the potential and opportunities of its residents, especially women. One is QUE DIRAN!/WHAT WOULD PEOPLE SAY! and the other is NO HAGAS COSAS BUENAS QUE PARESCAN MALAS/DO NOT DO GOOD THINGS THAT LOOK BAD.

The world's wealthiest person is a North American. However, for the first time in 16 years that title does not go to an American but rather it has been bestowed upon an individual from Mexico, a developing country. Meet Mr. Carlos Slim Helu and the ever-growing financial empire that he has created.

The Riviera Maya has been described as a tropical paradise. However, unplanned development and large scale tourism is threatening its fragile ecosystems. This is the first of three interview articles with Michael P. Halle exploring "sustainability: the future of tourism in the Riviera Maya."

The Riviera Maya has been described as a tropical paradise. However, unplanned development and large scale tourism is threatening its fragile ecosystems. This is the 2nd of three interview articles with Michael P. Halle exploring "sustainability: the future of tourism in the Riviera Maya."

The Riviera Maya has been described as a tropical paradise. However, unplanned development and large scale tourism is threatening its fragile ecosystems. This is the 3rd of three interview articles with Michael P. Halle exploring "sustainability: the future of tourism in the Riviera Maya."

For the last five years I have been collecting as a separate part of my "Mexican Museum" free calendars distributed by various merchants in my town and elsewhere in Mexico. However, it was only recently did I really discover what they collectively symbolize, the nation's psyche.

What is nature-based tourism? What does it involve and how can it be preserved in Mexico and elsewhere? What are some of Mexico's nature-based hotspots? This article which spotlights an interview with naturalist and tour leader Mark Pretti addresses those questions and "naturally" much more.

Reflecting the wealth, magnificence, grandieur, and diversity of Mexico's cultural and natural heritage, the country is home to 31 UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Mexico is so very much more than just the stereotypical "sun and sand" destinations.

Despite the stereotypes, Mexico is more than cacti, scorpions, and parched land. Encompassing only 1.5% of the Earth's land area, it ranks 5th in the world in species diversity. Out of 170 nations worldwide, it is one of the 17 countries that is considered to be megadiverse, flora and fauna-wise.

In 2001,The Mexican Department of Tourism established the Magic Towns Program. Today, there are 44 Pueblos Magicos spread throughout the country. Each one has something special to offer its visitors. Come and experience those communities that maintain their traditional cultural and historical roots!