Destination Oaxaca City for the Day of the Dead; Staying Adventurous ep 47

Oaxaca for Day of the Dead was always a dream trip. Oaxaca City, an incredible Mexico Travel destination,  coupled with this inspiring festival did not disappoint at all. Actually, Oaxaca itself is essential Mexico highlighted by its culture, crafts, and cuisine and visiting for Dia de los Muertos (Day of the Dead), well that even more special.  And trust me, that is not just the mezcal talking, let’s listen in.

Come explore Oaxaca City, the attractions and what to do, and also learn all about the city for its Day of the Dead celebrations too. Plus as I highlight my experience there last year for the Day of the Dead, I also talk about what it might be like in 2020 too.

Expect the staying adventurous mindset moment, my top travel tips, and the new(er) what to eat segments. Also, stay tuned for three interviews with the guides I used, and friends who run tours in the region. Plus, here a live recording of my thoughts after midnight inside one of the cemeteries, and more. Much more.

Stay Adventurous Podcast Shownotes

Stay Adventurous Stories

• The Mysteries of Monte Alban; Zapotec Ruins
• Stroll the Streets of Oaxaca City
• Late to the Party – Postcard: Oaxaca
• Three Surprises in the Markets of Oaxaca
• The Alebrijes of San Martin Tilcajete in Oaxaca
• Sunset in Puerto Escondido, Oaxaca
• the INSTAGRAM @StayAdventurous images at #Stay_Oaxaca

Interview Guests

• Rosario local tour guide working with Authentic Mexico Travel
• Dave Hensleigh owner of Authentic Mexico Travel and planning Oaxaca Day of the Dead 2020
• Suzanne Barbezat from  Discover-Oaxaca and author of the book Frida Khalo at Home

Locations Mentioned

• Monte Alban  – the Zapotec Ruins outside of Oaxaca City
• Xoxocotlan Cemetery  one of the popular cemeteries for Day of Dead outside Oaxaca City
• Museo de las Culturas de Oaxaca/Ex Convento de Santo Domingo de Guzmán Culture Museum in Oaxaca City
• Zapotec Rugs by Bulmaro Perez Mendoza in  Teotitlan del Valle village outside Oaxaca City
• Mezcal Fabrica – Riquezas de Oaxaca

Where to Stay

• Casa Antigua in Oaxaca City (close to el centro)
• Huayapam Yu’u Spa (7 km form el centro)

Sponsors

• Wine – Acclaimed Wine at Deep Discounts  Delivered to Your Door
• BottleKeeper – Keep Your Bottles Cold with Science
• Planted Earth Fitness– Virtual Fitness Programs and Healthy Eating Plans

Movies Mentioned

• Nacho Libre (free with Amazon Prime)
• Disney Animated Film: Coco

Staying Adventurous Podcasts Mentioned

• The Return to Disney  ep 46
• The Splendor of Santorini  ep 4
• A Taste of Puebla  ep 3
• Clearwater, Florida  ep 7
• Love, Peace and La Paz, Baja  ep 40
• Mexican Magic Town of Valle de Bravo  ep 45

Stay AdvenTours 2021 Trip Dates TBD

• Stay AdvenTours – Mexico City