About Visiting Mexico

Helping Travelers Explore Mexico With Confidence, Curiosity, and Respect

Visiting Mexico is an independent digital travel publication created to help visitors discover the destinations, culture, services, and local experiences that make Mexico unforgettable.

Who We Are

Welcome to Visiting Mexico, your online resource for practical travel guidance, destination inspiration, and responsible ways to experience Mexico.

Our platform connects travelers with helpful information, trusted services, local experiences, and expert recommendations designed to make travel in Mexico smoother, safer, and more meaningful.

We believe travel should do more than check places off a list. It should create connection, support local communities, respect culture, and protect the natural beauty that makes Mexico so special.

Tulum ruins overlooking the Caribbean Sea in Mexico

Our Vision

We see a future where travel enriches visitors while also benefiting the places they visit. Our vision is a Mexico where tourism supports local communities, protects the environment, and creates meaningful connections between travelers and the people they meet along the way.

Whether you are exploring the energy of Mexico City, the traditions of Puebla, or the beaches of Baja California, we want your trip to be memorable for all the right reasons.

Baby sea turtle on a beach in Mexico

Our Mission

Our mission is to provide travelers with a comprehensive, accessible, and responsible way to explore Mexico.

We help visitors plan better trips while encouraging choices that respect Mexico’s people, traditions, landscapes, and communities.

From border crossing information and travel planning to destination guides and local recommendations, we are here to help you enjoy Mexico with confidence.

Our Values

Respect for People and Culture

We believe travel should bring people closer together through curiosity, humility, and appreciation for local customs and traditions.

Care for the Environment

Mexico’s natural beauty is one of its greatest treasures. We encourage travelers to reduce their impact and support sustainable choices.

Authentic Experiences

We want travelers to experience the real Mexico, from local food and artisan traditions to cultural events and lesser-known destinations.

Support for Local Communities

Tourism should benefit the people who make each destination special, including local businesses, guides, artisans, and families.

Transparency and Trust

We aim to be clear, useful, and honest in the recommendations and information we share with our readers.

Collaboration for Change

Responsible tourism works best when travelers, communities, and businesses work together toward a more sustainable future.

Why Travel With Visiting Mexico?

Local Expertise at Your Fingertips

Find practical tips, destination insight, and recommendations created for travelers who want to experience Mexico beyond the basics.

Tailored to Your Style

Whether you love food, culture, beaches, road trips, history, or outdoor adventure, our guides help you plan around the way you like to travel.

Committed to Responsible Travel

We encourage choices that benefit travelers, local communities, and the destinations they visit.

Support for Local Communities

We highlight experiences and services that help keep tourism connected to local people and local economies.

Simpler Planning

From FMM tourist permits and vehicle permits to trip planning, we help travelers organize the details before they go.

Editorial Independence

Visiting Mexico is an independent online magazine celebrating the culture, destinations, and experiences that make Mexico unique.

Our parent company, Buho Media Group, supports this publication as part of its commitment to safe, confident travel between the U.S. and Mexico. Editorial content is produced independently by our writers and contributors. Opinions expressed are solely those of the authors.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Visiting Mexico?

Visiting Mexico is an independent digital travel publication offering destination guides, travel planning resources, border crossing information, and practical tips for exploring Mexico responsibly.

Is Visiting Mexico a travel agency?

Visiting Mexico is primarily a travel information and publishing platform. We may connect readers with helpful services, guides, tools, and partners when they support a better travel experience.

Do I need separate insurance to drive to Mexico?

Yes. Even if a U.S. carrier says your car is covered while in Mexico, U.S. carriers are not recognized by Mexican authorities for damage you cause to others. At minimum, drivers should have Liability Only coverage from a Mexican carrier. Learn more about driving laws in Mexico, or get a quote through GoBuho.com.

How can I start planning a trip to Mexico?

Start by exploring our Mexico destinations, reviewing border crossing requirements, and using our travel guides to plan where to go, what to do, and what documents you may need.

Join Us in Exploring Mexico the Right Way

Travel with respect, curiosity, and a sense of adventure. Let Visiting Mexico help you create memories that last while supporting the preservation and flourishing of Mexico’s natural and cultural treasures.

Trip Planning Coahuila
Trip Planning Tamaulipas
Trip Planning San Miguel de Allende
Trip Planning Sinaloa
Trip Planning Morelia
Trip Planning Riviera Nayarit
Trip Planning San Cristobal de las Casas
Trip Planning Palenque
Trip Planning Monterrey
Trip Planning Nuevo Leon
VM Trip Planning Hermosillo
VM Trip Planning San Carlos
VM Trip Planning Puerto Peñasco
VM Trip Planning Sonora
VM Trip Planning Mexico City
VM Trip Planning Ciudad Juarez
VM Trip Planning Chihuahua
VM Trip Planning Los Cabos
VM Trip Planning Todos Santos
VM Trip Planning Loreto
VM Trip Planning Baja California Sur
VM Trip Planning Tijuana
VM Trip Planning Mexicali
VM Trip Planning Tecate
VM Trip Planning Puerto Nuevo
VM Trip Planning Valle de Guadalupe
Plan Your Visit to Ensenada
VM Trip Planning Rosarito
VM Trip Planning San Felipe
VM Trip Planning Baja California
B2B Conference Signup

51 - B2B Conference Signup

Form signup from a conference to retrieve business details of people in Mexico who have business that would like to be affiliated with our website for marketing and advertising purposes.

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Off Road Map

34 - Off Road Map

The Automobile options includes SUV, Pickup and Van but custom vans will fall into the RV option.
Free Zone Map

33 - Free Zone Map

Baja Surf Map

32 - Baja Surf Map

Automobile (Sedan, Pickup, SUV, even if towing an RV you select Automobile). RV should be selected for custom-vans.
Yucatan RV Guide

31 - Yucatan RV Guide

How will you get to Yucatan?
Campeche RV Guide

31 - Campeche RV Guide

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Yucatan RV Guide

30 - Yucatan RV Guide

How will you get to Yucatan RV Guide?
Sonora RV Guide

29 - Sonora RV Guide

How will you get to Sonora RV Guide?
Sinaloa RV Guide

28 - Sinaloa RV Guide

How will you get to Sinaloa RV Guide?
Nayarit RV Parks

27 - Nayarit RV Parks

How will you get to Nayarit RV Parks?
Coastal Michoacan Guerrero RV Guide

26 - Coastal Michoacan Guerrero RV Guide

How will you get to Coastal Michoacan Guerrero RV Guide?
Coastal Jalisco Nayarit RV Guide

25 - Coastal Jalisco Nayarit RV Guide

How will you get to Coastal Jalisco Nayarit RV Guide?
Jalisco RV Parks

24 - Jalisco RV Parks

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Baja California RV Guide

23 - Baja California RV Guide

How will you get to Baja California RV Guide?
Tijuana

20 - Tijuana

Valle de Guadalupe

21 - Valle de Guadalupe

For Sedans, SUV, and Pickup Truck (with or without towed units attached) select Automobile. For Conversion Vans select "RV".
RV Guide Baja California Sur

22 - RV Guide Baja California Sur

How will you get to RV Guide Baja California Sur?
Tecate

19 - Tecate

Use RV for conversion vans. For pickups, SUV's and sedans use "automobile".
Tamaulipas

18 - Tamaulipas

For SUV, Pickup Truck, Sedan or Crossover with or without a towed unit attached select "Automobile". For van conversion, select "RV".
Sonora

17 - Sonora

For SUV, Pickup Truck, Sedan and Crossovers or Minivans, select "Automobile". For Van Conversions, select "RV"
San Felipe

16 - San Felipe

For Pickup Truck, SUV, Sedan or Minivan and crossover, select Automobile. For Van Conversions select RV.
San Carlos/Guaymas

15 - San Carlos/Guaymas

For pickup truck, sedan, cross-over or mini-van with or without a towed unit, select "Automobile". Conversion vans should select "RV".
Rosarito

14 - Rosarito

For SUV, Pickup Truck, Minivan and Crossovers select "Automobile". For Van Conversions use "RV".
Puerto Peñasco

13 - Puerto Peñasco

For SUV, Crossover, Pickup Truck or Sedan with or without a towed unit, select "Automobile". For a van conversion, select "RV".
Puerto Nuevo

12 - Puerto Nuevo

For Pickup Truck, SUV or Cross-over/Minivan select "Automobile" but for Van Conversions select "RV".
Monterrey

11 - Monterrey

For pickup truck, SUV/Crossover, sedan with or without towing select "Automobile". If you operate a conversion van in Mexico, select "RV".
Mexico City

10 - Mexico City

Mexicali

9 - Mexicali

For pickup truck, sedan, SUV or minivan select "Automobile" but for Self Propelled RV's or Conversion Vans - select RV. Dune Buggies shoud be "Motorcycle"
Juarez

8 - Juarez

For pickup truck, SUV or Crossover, select "Automobile". For van conversion, select "RV."
Jalisco

7 - Jalisco

How will you get to Jalisco?
Hermosillo

6 - Hermosillo

For pickup truck, sedan, SUV or crossover with or without a towed unit attached select "Automobile". For van conversions, select "RV".
Ensenada

5 - Ensenada

For sedan, pickup, suv with or without towed units select "automobile" but for a van conversion select "RV".
Chihuahua

4 - Chihuahua

Use Automobile for Pickup Truck and Towing Vehicles; Use RV for Custom Camper Vans and Self-Propelled RV's.
Baja California Sur

3 - Baja California Sur

For Sedan, SUV/Crossover, Pickup Truck select Automobile, for a conversion van select RV.
Ajijic

1 - Ajijic

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For sedan, pickup truck, SUV or Crossover select "Automobile". For Conversion van select "RV"
Baja California Map

2 - Baja California Map

Use "Automobile" for Pickup truck, sedan, wagon, or SUV. Use "RV" for self-propelled RV units including custom vans.