Veracruz

Veracruz, the first Spanish port in Mexico founded by Hernán Cortés in 1519, is a city that moves to the rhythm of son jarocho and danzón. Its malecón offers views of the Gulf of Mexico, while the San Juan de Ulúa fortress tells centuries of history as a prison and military fort. The zócalo, with its arcades and cafés, is the heart of social life where marimbas and harps play every night. The Veracruz Carnival is the largest in Mexico. Nearby lie the coffee plantations of Coatepec and the waterfalls of Xico, on the slopes of Cofre de Perote.

📍 Veracruz

💰 $700-$1,800/jour

🌤️ November to April, dry season with pleasant temperatures. February-March for Carnival. Avoid the nortes season (October-February) if seeking beach weather.

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✦Veracruz Malecón with Gulf of Mexico views and spectacular sunsets
✦San Juan de Ulúa fortress, Spain's last stronghold in Mexico and historic prison
✦Veracruz Aquarium, one of the largest in Latin America with sharks and manatees
✦Zócalo with nightly danzón dancing, cafés under the arcades, and live marimba music
✦Veracruz Carnival, Mexico's largest with parades and comparsas (February-March)