Typical Mexican handcrafts: Alebrijes
Alebrijes are typical Mexican handcrafts from Oaxaca. Made by hand on carved treated wood or using the cartonería technique (the one to make piñatas); and painted by hand normally with natural pigments. They are imaginary creatures result of combining the limbs of various animals, real and fantastic, with bright colours and decorated with fine detail. It is said that in 1936 Mr. Pedro Linares Lopez, cartonero by trade, inspired by a fever dream created alebrijes. In the dream, he wandered in a forest and on his way back to consciousness these interesting characters who were shouting to each other “Alebrije, Alebrije” accompanied him. Don Pedro saw, for example, a winged…
The autumn escape you have been waiting for
Do you know what the best part is about travelling to the Caribbean in autumn? Discovering the most authentic and natural side to this region and the daily lives of the locals who live far away from mass tourism, where you yourself can discover the true charm of the Caribbean. Leave the cold weather behind you and bring out your summer clothes. Come and enjoy unforgettable experiences thanks to the wide variety of culture and activities, available not only at our hotels in the Caribbean but also all across the destination’s beautiful landscapes. Whether it is the Dominican Republic, Jamaica or the Riviera Maya, the truth is that this beautiful…
Festivals in Mexico you have to visit at least once in your life
We already know that Mexico is full of colour, tradition, natural surroundings and landscapes that leave first-time visitors breathless. However, have you ever discovered its more alternative side? We are referring to the symbolic festivals that are celebrated all over the country at different times of the year that quite-rightly deserve to be on the list of top things to do in Mexico. Are you planning your trip to this little piece of heaven? 1. The Cumbre Tajin festival: the festival of festivals. This festival pays homage to the city of El Tajin, from the pre columbian era. It is celebrated in three zones: Takilhsukut Theme Park, the archeological zone…
A magical Thanksgiving at Bahia Principe
Thanksgiving is the best time to spend precious moments together with your loved ones. At Bahia Principe we want this day to be unforgettable for you.
Discover the origin of the celebration: Day of the Dead
The Spanish conquerors trying to convert Native Americans to Catholicism lift a Festival of Day of the Dead, held in the ninth month of the Aztec solar year (around August ), in early November so , to coincide with the Catholic holidays of all Saints Day and all Souls. The celebration is held on two consecutive days, the 1st and 2nd of November, the first dedicated to children and the second to the adults. This celebration is an internationally known and one of the most important holidays in the Mexican popular culture, while, it is protected by UNESCO to be a World Heritage Site. The altar of the dead is…
