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Week of November 9, 2026
Happy Monday!
November is a wonderful time to get out and enjoy Mexico. The holiday season is approaching, the calendar is filling with cultural events, and there’s always another corner of the country waiting to be discovered.
This week, we’re heading into the mountains of Chiapas for traditional food, exploring a beautiful natural attraction, and looking ahead to an important Mexican holiday.
📰 Need-to-Know: Mexico Welcomes the World
Mexico has been busy sharing its destinations with international travelers.
Last week, tourism representatives attended World Travel Market in London, showcasing everything from Mexico’s beaches and historic cities to the Maya region and its cultural treasures.
The goal is to strengthen travel connections and encourage more people to discover the country.
For those of us who already know how much Mexico has to offer, it’s another reminder that there’s far more to explore beyond the familiar vacation spots.
Joint announcement from Mexico’s Foreign Affairs and Tourism ministries
📅 A Quick Note for the Long Weekend
If you’re heading to San Cristóbal for Saturday’s stargazing, Monday, November 16, is Mexico’s mandatory day off for Revolution Day. Check your return plans and the hours of any offices you need to visit.
Official Mexican labor holiday information
🍲 Something Delicious Is Coming to Chiapas!
Here’s a reason to visit San Cristóbal de las Casas with an appetite.
The city is hosting its first Festival del Mole y el Asado Coleto from November 20–22, celebrating traditional cooking and local food culture.
Mole is one of Mexico’s great culinary treasures, with countless regional variations. Some are rich and smoky, others sweet, spicy, or wonderfully complex.
The festival will bring together traditional cooks and local chefs, with cooking demonstrations, cultural activities, and opportunities to learn more about the region’s food traditions.
Oaxaca will also participate as the guest state.
And if you’ve never tried asado coleto, this is a good opportunity to discover a traditional San Cristóbal dish known for its seasoned pork and flavorful sauce.
This is exactly the kind of local experience that makes traveling through Mexico so rewarding. You get to discover the people and traditions behind the food, not just what’s on the menu.
Official festival announcement — San Cristóbal city government
🌿 Destination Discovery: El Arcotete, Chiapas
Just outside San Cristóbal de las Casas is a beautiful natural escape called El Arcotete.
Imagine a massive stone arch surrounded by green forest, with a river flowing beneath it. It’s the sort of place that makes you want to put your phone away and enjoy the scenery.
Visitors can explore walking paths, admire the rock formations, and enjoy a little time outdoors without committing to an extreme adventure.
For those who want to explore further, the nearby Grutas de Rancho Nuevo offer caves and other outdoor activities.
The best part? Both are close enough to San Cristóbal to include in a relaxed day of sightseeing.
Afterward, head back into town for a warm drink, a stroll through the colorful streets, and perhaps another taste of Chiapas cuisine.
Explore San Cristóbal’s attractions — Chiapas government
✨ A Little Something Different: Stargazing in San Cristóbal
If you happen to be in San Cristóbal this weekend, there’s another event worth checking out.
Noche de las Estrellas takes place Saturday, November 14, from 4–9 p.m. at Centro Cultural El Carmen.
The program includes astronomy talks, workshops, and opportunities to observe the night sky.
It’s a refreshing change from the usual sightseeing itinerary and a lovely way to spend an evening in the highlands.
San Cristóbal tourism events calendar
That’s it for this week!
Whether you’re planning a long weekend, dreaming of Chiapas, or simply looking for something new to experience, we hope this week’s newsletter gives you a little inspiration.
Until next Monday!
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