Imagine biting into a warm quesadilla, the cheese stretching in glorious ribbons as you pull it apart. That’s the magic of Oaxaca cheese—known locally as quesillo—a culinary gem that’s put Oaxaca, Mexico, on the map. In 2023, it snagged 5th place in the world’s best cheeses, and honestly, it’s easy to see why. With its…
As the hot, dry season nears in 2025, Oaxaca braces for another round of bushfires—also known as forest fires—that seem to grow more frequent and severe with each passing year. Fueled by drought and human activity, these blazes are ravaging the state’s ecosystems and putting livelihoods at risk. In 2024, Oaxaca recorded alarming statistics that…
Oaxaca City just draws you in—lively streets, delicious food, and a rhythm all its own. I’ve gathered 50 great things to see, taste, and do, from mezcal evenings to Zapotec ruins. Your Oaxaca City journey begins here—let’s get started! Major Festivals Oaxaca’s cultural fiestas are Mexico’s finest—time your trip for these unmissable peaks! Guelaguetza Every…
Traveling to Oaxaca is an amazing experience, and the right apps can make it even more enjoyable and more convenient. From transportation and navigation to finding the best local spots, these essential apps will save you time and enhance your trip. Download them before you arrive👌 Is Oaxaca Safe? Top Tours to do in Oaxaca…
Is Oaxaca safe? For tourists, the answer is yes. Oaxaca consistently ranks as one of the safest states in Mexico, and in 2024, it welcomed over 6 million visitors. For most travellers, safety is not a major concern. I have lived in Oaxaca City for over 10 years, and in that time, I’ve never had any…
Oaxaca’s rich culture, the food and Mezcal. Oaxaca has it all! But something people rarely talk about: Earthquakes. Oaxaca is known for having big earthquakes that can be very destructive. I’ve lived through my fair share of them here in the last 10 years, including the big one in 2017. What is strange and a…
If you’ve just moved to Oaxaca (or anywhere in Mexico) or planning to, you might be wondering how to pay your electricity bill. Unless you own the house, the bill won’t be in your name, even if you’re renting longterm. So if you are renting longterm (like I am), your landlord will most likely give…
You mean they’re having parties in the cemetery?? That’s insane!! This my friends, is the Day of the Dead in Oaxaca. You have to experience it to believe it. Coming from a different culture than that of Mexico, I find it absolutely fascinating and, honestly, so refreshing that people go to cemeteries to actually celebrate…
How’s the public transport in Oaxaca City? It can get a little congested right in town, but generally the public transport is pretty good and very cheap. There’s 4 ways to get around the city and its surrounds – Taxi, bus, colectivo and mototaxi (Tuk-Tuk). Let’s go through the 4 of them to find out…
Oaxaca City has a water shortage, and it’s quickly becoming a big, big problem. But the thing is, most visitors to Oaxaca would be oblivious to the fact. The reality is that Oaxaca City and its surroundings require 1,200 litres per second, but local water utility SOAPA currently is only able to provide 400 litres…