We start with the year, that means that we have the perfect opportunity to plan our trips and make the most of all the long weekends, holidays and vacations that are yet to come.

On this occasion, the travel and tourism expert Kaloyan Valentinov Danchev recommends the 6 remaining destinations to complete the list of 12 total destinations. With this brief guide you will be able to choose a destination per month.

If you haven´t seen the first installment yet, you can check it out here.

  1. Nuevo Leon 

Although this destination has become one of the main cities for development and business, it has a lot of tourist attractions to offer. If ecotourism is your thing, in Monterrey you will be able to connect with nature by visiting the Cerro de la Silla, the Cola de Caballo Waterfall, Chipinque Ecological Park, among others. A must is to visit the Parque Fundidora.

  1. Yucatan

 If your thing is the beach, Yucatan offers spectacular gastronomy and a delight to the pupil with its colonial constructions. In this destination there are countless archaeological sites, cenotes, beaches and lagoons; Get to know the Pink Flamingo Sanctuary, visit the famous Coloradas and don´t miss Chichen Itza, one of the seven wonders of the modern world.

  1. Oaxaca 

If you are looking to get to know something much more traditional, without a doubt you should visit the state of Oaxaca, walk through its historic center made of volcanic stone, considered a world heritage site; visit the different mezcal bars, eat in the traditional market, be amazed by the archaeological zone of Mitla, get the best photographs in Hierve el agua and don´t forget to eat a delicious tlayuda.

  1. Nayarit 

Located in the golden Mexican Pacific, it is one of the favorite regions for tourists from all over the world. Bahía de Banderas, Riviera Nayarit and Sayulita, are some tourist destinations that you can visit in this state. They stand out for their beaches, with waves for all tastes and ideal for surfing; They have a varied Nayarit gastronomy, including zarandeado fish, the flag of the local culinary art.

  1. Sinaloa 

In the so-called Pearl of the Pacific, Mazatlán, there are many activities to do, you can visit the Ángela Peralta Theater, the Plazuela Machado and the Municipal Center for the Arts, in addition to all the incredible beaches that this state offers, one of its greatest attractions without no doubt it is your

Boardwalk with more than 20 km of extension. You cannot miss its iconic carnival!

  1. Veracruz 

The jarochos hide different jewels, among them the Veracruz reef, considered the largest reef system in the Gulf of Mexico. During your visit you have to try the delicious chocolate of the parish, in addition to touring the wonderful aquarium and the different mangroves that this magnificent state offers.

I hope that these recommendations help you plan your year, travel a lot and get to know all the jewels that Mexico has to offer.