Muchas veces he pensado que mi generación y la de mis padres fuimos derrotistas, que no creíamos realmente en el valor de lo “mexicano”. Esto a pesar de haber vivido, directa o indirectamente, el “Milagro Mexicano” de los años 40 a los 70, una época en la que el país creció económicamente a buen ritmo […]
Explore More By Carlos Brito I’ve often thought that my generation and my parents’ generation grew up with a defeatist mindset. We didn’t truly believe in the value of what was “Mexican.” This was true despite living, directly or indirectly, through the “Mexican Miracle” from the 1940s to the 1970s—an era when the country’s economy grew at […]
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If you’re studying Spanish with us here in Cuernavaca, Morelos, chances are you won’t spend all your time in the classroom—and that’s exactly how it should be. Spanish comes alive in the streets, the markets, and the everyday interactions with locals. One word our students come to quickly learn is regatear. So, what does regatear […]
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Discovering the daily magic where living history meets dreamlike wonders. If you have ever taken an early morning stroll through the Historic Center of Mexico City, you know that the city doesn’t just wake up—it puts on a magnificent show. Our photos of the day capture Madero Street in those golden, fleeting hours of dawn. […]
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When you think of Mexico, what comes to mind? Is it the breathtaking pyramids of Teotihuacán, the vibrant plazas of designated Pueblos Mágicos, high-end gastronomy, or flawless traditional dance shows designed to mesmerize travelers? All of that is beautiful, and yes, it is absolutely Mexico. But it’s only the polished cover of a much larger, […]
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Tomorrow, the biggest sporting event on the planet officially kicks off. While the official name is the FIFA World Cup, here in Mexico, you will only ever hear it called one thing: El Mundial. This historic tournament is being co-hosted by Canada, the United States, and Mexico. Across our nation, the excitement is palpable. Football—or […]
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If you have been exploring Mexico or learning the language, you already know that Mexican culture is a beautiful, complex tapestry woven from centuries of history. Almost every calendar date carries a story. One of the most fascinating examples of this cultural blending happens sixty days after Easter. While the Catholic world celebrates Corpus Christi, […]
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When you think of Taxco, you probably picture a bustling weekend getaway. Traditionally, our cultural excursions at IDEAL Spanish Mexico head to this stunning Pueblo Mágico on Saturdays to catch the famous tianguis de la plata (silver market), or on Sundays when our students are free from classes. Last week, however, we broke tradition. We […]
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Have you ever returned from a vacation feeling like you only saw the “tourist version” of a country? While guidebooks are a great starting point, the true soul of Mexico lies in the rhythm of its language, the ancient echoes of its mountains, and the warmth of its local traditions. This summer, from July 17–27, […]
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Every Sunday, the Zócalo—the massive main square of Mexico City—comes alive with families enjoying a relaxed afternoon stroll. However, if you visit the historic heart of the country right now, you will witness a fascinating, almost surreal juxtaposition of Mexico’s deep historical wounds, its vibrant indigenous living traditions, and its impending leap into the global […]
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