The fantail experience
Living History
When you travel in Mexico you travel through time. Over 6000 years of evolving civilizations led to the grand Olmec, Teotihuacan, Toltec, Zapotec, Maya and Aztec cultures. These names may seem strange when you first hear them but soon you find yourself walking among the remains of their pyramids, temples and cities. Modern museums proudly show their clothes, jewellery and tools |
Popocatepetl
Born in Aztec mythology these majestic volcanoes tower to over 5000m between the valleys of Mexico and Puebla. Surrounded by aromatic pine forests and manicured corn fields the sleeping princess, Iztaccihuatl, is watched over for eternity by her true love, the Aztec warrior, Popocatepetl.
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Colour and Cloth
Colour and creativity are hallmarks of the gifted artisans throughout the country. The sheer variety of crafts is overwhelming. Ancient prehispanic techniques and patterns are merged with cultural influences from throughout the world to bring unique designs. The most difficult part of visiting Mexico is getting everything to fit in your suitcases! |
Music in the Air
Everywhere! Music is everywhere! The Marimba accompanies you through sunny afternoons in the plaza. Sweet love songs arrive at your side in the warm evenings in the courtyards. Mariachis will have you singing and cheering to the early morning hours. Troubadours roam the streets. The accordion sings tales of the land. State and national orchestras perform in beautiful theatres... |
Travel in style
Our professional driver quickly becomes part of the family. At home on the modern toll roads or the cobbled village streets your safety and your comfort are his concerns. Our modern van can poke its nose into all kinds of places and is a great base to store all those handcrafts you shouldn’t have bought! |
Colonial Gems
Mexico ranks first in the Americas and eighth worldwide in World Heritage Sites established by the UNESCO. We stay in the historical centres of the stunningly beautiful colonial cities. We explore them with proud, enthusiastic guides and soak in the thousands of years of history that surround us. It’s up to you if you believe the ghost stories... |
Make no bones about it
Skulls and skeletons abound during the celebrations of the Day of the Dead. Irreverent and poignant art and verses are mixed with traditional foods and customs. Death is acknowledged and life is celebrated. Feelings are shared and cushioned through memories and humour. The celebrations during the Day of the Dead have become world renowned for their creativity and authenticity. |
Never Forgoten
Mexico is a country where feelings are important and sentiments are expressed. During the 1st and 2nd of November a mixture of prehispanic customs and the Catholic faith fill every cemetery in the country with flowers, music and love . People gather around the burial sites of their loved ones to remember and reminisce. The usually cold and lonely places become warm and colourful. |
Float here
Enjoy a leisurely afternoon floating in the canals of the famous Aztec floating gardens - Xochimilco. Eat some food. Have a drink. Buy some rugs. Listen to some music. Talk to your friends. Watch the world pass by. You won’t have a care in the world! |
Sleep here
We choose our hotels because of their location and charm. Relax amongst legends and a tradition of hospitality. Sit in a sun-drenched bougainvillea courtyard and admire the stone arches that lead to your room. Take one step outside and be surrounded by the fantastic pulse and variety of daily life in the plaza. |
Mexico City
Twenty million people can’t be wrong! There are never enough adjectives to describe Mexico City. It is one of the largest cities in the world and has a history that dates back thousands of years to the ancient Aztec capital of Tenochtitlan. This is our home base. We nestle you in the delightful historic centre of our city and invite you to explore. |
The Conquest
A symbol of the power of the church, the sanctuary of the Virgen de los Remedios is built on the top of the largest pyramid in Mexico and the world. The ancient temple complex was at the time the most spiritual site in Mexico, dedicated to Quetzalcoatl the Plumed Serpent.
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