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RE: Out of the way places state of Oaxaca.

by mclarjh 29 March 2012

I remember seeing the ex-convento and open chapel at San Juan Teposcolula a couple of years ago. Would recommend it to anyone going that…
Re: I wish I had never gone to Oaxaca....

by kathysjourneys 26 February 2012

I'll join in the defense of Oaxaca. I took my two kids there two years ago (during the peak Semana Santa week) and returned again this…
RE: Rural overnight in Oaxaca valley

by viajeracristina 11 February 2012

with limited time spent in Oax, here is my suggestion: try Ocotlan de Morelos. It isn't high up with a view, but is a small town with…
RE: Oaxaca environs

by mclarjh 28 January 2012

As an example, I hiked between Teotitlan del Valle and Santa Ana del Valle on a dirt road, and I saw a hike posted from Santa Ana del…
Re: Traveling to Oaxaca for a month

by oaxacaculture 27 July 2011

I agree with 2oaxaca! I would add that there is a lovely, small, basic Zapotec-women owned and operated bed and breakfast in Teotitlan…
RE: Transit FMM flying out of Tijuana.to Oaxaca, then crossing by land to CA

by mclarjh 06 June 2011

+When you went to Teotitlan did you catch one of the yellow or green buses?+ I got a ride in a colectivo (shared taxi) by waiting at…
RE: Spending almost 3weeks in Mexico,Guanajuato,Oaxaca,Palenque and etc.HELP !!

by espinalc 08 August 2010

I posted this on someone else's thread. I think this may have some useful info on Oaxaca: I've been living in Oaxaca, Mexico for four…
RE: what is your 'must see Mexico'?

by espinalc 08 August 2010

I've been living in Oaxaca, Mexico for four months now, and will be here for one month longer. I might be able to help you with visiting…
RE: Itinerary Inspiration!

by espinalc 08 August 2010

Hi Jonathan, I've been living in Oaxaca, Mexico for four months now, and will be here for one month longer. I might be able to help you…
Re: one week in Oaxaca

by triphappy20 04 July 2010

Hey, I'm here in Oaxaca City right now and I too have wondered if I should spend a weekend at the beach. Since I'm from California, I…
RE: 18 days in Mexico - DF, Chiapas and...?

by chris0daniel 21 May 2010

GO TO INDIGENOUS TOWNS CELEBRATING PATRON SAINT FIESTAS The best indigenous village experiences which I have had in Mexico have occurred…
RE: Hiking around Oaxaca (Sierra Norte) and Oaxaca Questions

by mclarjh 21 April 2010

I remember hiking, with my pack, from Benito Juarez to Cuajimoloyas to catch the bus on my return; that was strenuous. I also remember…
Re: Guide to Teotitlán del Valle?

by planeta 15 February 2010

Hello, Luisa My best advice is to spend 10am-5pm in the town. This gives you time to visit the community museum, see the archaeological…
RE: A non-Canadian bringing an expensive gift into Canada

by Luisa 16 December 2009

#1, I plan to buy a smallish rug in Teotitlán del Valle (Oaxaca, Mexico) and bring it in as a wedding gift.
RE: Guide to Teotitlán del Valle?

by mclarjh 01 December 2009

More comments: The guided tour of the ethnobotanical garden, behind Santo Domingo, includes a show-and-tell about the cochineal insect;…
RE: Guide to Teotitlán del Valle?

by bajaboojum 30 November 2009

Another nearby place, if you're interested, is Santa Maria Coyotepec, where they supposedly raise the cochineal insect to produce the…
RE: Guide to Teotitlán del Valle?

by mclarjh 30 November 2009

Good advice so far. I read recently that guides get 30-40% of the price of any rugs you buy in commission. Yes, there are world-famous…
RE: Guide to Teotitlán del Valle?

by geriande 29 November 2009

Start by pricing the tarpetes and quality in the shops in the city. Most come from Teotitlan and you probably won't find them any more…
RE: Guide to Teotitlán del Valle?

by bajaboojum 29 November 2009

I agree with Mexico's good advice- a guide will skew your selection. You already have the necessary requirements to do it yourself- you…
Re: Guide to Teotitlán del Valle?

by mexico 29 November 2009

I would take a bus to the turn off for Teotitlan then take a collectivo. Or take a colectivo from Oaxaca City. Also buses run on the hour…
Guide to Teotitlán del Valle?

by Luisa 29 November 2009

Can anyone recommend a guide with car in Oaxaca who knows who the best weavers are in Teotitlán del Valle and could help me select a rug…
RE: Artesanias- markets in different cities

by northword 22 November 2009

There are some upscale artisan shops in Oaxaca but for weaving it would be best to go out to Teotitlan del Valle. One of the top weavers…
18 days in Mexico with Family (3 adults, 3 children)

by kargesman 16 September 2009

Hi, I have settled on the following itinerary for our family. I think it's kind of nice but need your advice or opinoions. We are hitti…
Oaxaca Hosts 2009 Rural Tourism Fair (Jan 19-30)

by planeta 04 January 2009

The *2009 Rural Tourism Fair* takes place January 19-30. Organizers promise a very big small event. The fair is hosted each year by [Planet…
Itinerary from Mexico City to Guatemala

by elsa77 01 October 2008

Hi! We are two girls travelling in Mexico and Guatemala in december. We would like a holiday with a good mix of both urban, rural and…