M<\/strong>\u00e9xico City<\/strong><\/h2>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/2016-Dia-De-Los-Muertos-Parade-2-Credit-CDMX-Mexico-City.jpg\")
Photo courtesy of CDMX<\/p><\/div>\n
Sometimes art imitates life and sometimes life imitates art. The latter is the case in Mexico City, where government official launched a large D\u00eda de los Muertos parade last year after being inspired by scenes from James Bond’s Spectre <\/em>(traditionally, celebrations were reflective affairs that took place in people’s homes). But M\u00e9xico City, perched atop ancient and colonial ruins, serves as the perfect backdrop for a full blown celebration that blends historic traditions and contemporary culture. Visitors can witness the not-to-be-missed Procesi\u00f3n de las Catrinas along Paseo de Reforma; a candlelight homage to \u201cthe lord and lady of the underworld\u201d at San Andr\u00e9s Mixquic Cemetery\u00a0in Tl\u00e1hua; and concerts at the Theatre and Cultural House of Mixquic. The most notable Ofrendas and Alters<\/em> (offerings and alters) can be found in the San Angel neighborhood, and the Mega Ofrenda Z\u00f3calo in the Z\u00f3calo. The Tianguis del D\u00eda de Muertos, or Day of the Dead Market, along the canals and waterways of Xochimilco, is where market-goers will find expansive flower stalls and local handmade items.<\/p>\nStay:<\/strong> Check in at Galeria Plaza Reforma<\/a>, which puts you at the heart of the festivities, and impresses with its sleek design and rooftop pool.<\/p>\nMichoac\u00e1n<\/h2>\n
D\u00eda de los Muertos celebrations in Michoac\u00e1n are particularly important among the Pur\u00e9pecha indigenous communities, and go well beyond festive \u201cshowiness.\u201d In the days leading up to November 1 and 2, cemeteries are covered with cempasuchitls<\/em>, or marigolds, candles, fruit, bread and incense. The festive atmosphere is blended with a deep sense of community and ceremonial order, during a time in which it\u2019s possible to \u201cencounter those who are no longer here, but return for just one day a year to get together with their families.\u201d The Pur\u00e9pecha also celebrate \u00c1nimeecheri K\u2019u\u00ednchekua (The Feast of the Souls), in which holiday food is prepared and shared within the community: tamales, pozole, atole, hot chocolate, bread and much more.<\/p>\nStay:<\/strong> Consider lodging at the Hotel de la Soledad<\/a> next to the Plaza de Armas in Morelia’s historic center. The hotel, with its gorgeous courtyard and fountain, beautifully blends high design with the building’s 18th-century details such as stone walls and archways.<\/p>\nALSO:<\/strong> What’s sweeter than sugar skulls? How about instant rewards!<\/a><\/p>\nOaxaca<\/strong><\/h1>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/Oaxaca_Altar-de-Muertos_credit-Secretaria-de-Turismo-y-Desarrollo-Economico-Oaxaca.jpg\")
Photo courtesy of Secretaria de Turismo y Desarrollo Economico<\/p><\/div>\n
In Oaxaca, \u201cDead Markets\u201d begin popping up mid-October, selling products that will be placed upon altars, when the D\u00eda de los Muertos festivities begin. The altars are usually placed the morning of October 31, with ofrendas<\/em> (offerings) placed on different levels of the altars, including favorite items of the deceased. Among the most popular ofrendas are delicious black mole sauce, Oaxacan sweets, Oaxacan chocolate milk, Pan de Muerto<\/em>, mezcal and huge, handmade tortillas. At 6 pm on November 1, Las Comparsas begins\u2014a carnival-like procession of people in costumes, with music and dancing lasting until 8 pm on November 2.<\/p>\nStay:<\/strong> The\u00a0Quinta Real Oaxaca<\/a> is housed in beautiful historic building on a cobblestone street in the Centro area, and puts you right next to the Quetzalli Gallery and the Museum of Contemporary Art of Oaxaca.
\n<\/em><\/p>\nCanc\u00fan<\/strong><\/h2>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/Mexico_Xcaret2_credit-Xcaret-Park.jpg\")
Photo courtesy of Xcaret Park<\/p><\/div>\n
This option, about an hour south of Canc<\/a>\u00fan<\/a>, is an especially great choice for families. The Xcaret “eco-archaeological” park invites D\u00eda de los Muertos revelers to participate in its Festival of Life and Death Traditions, held October 30 through November 2. Over the days of celebration, festival goers will experience the Hanal Pixan<\/em> ritual, or Food for the Souls, through regional cuisine, as well as theater, dance and visual arts exhibits, crafts, workshops and gala concerts. Between events, be sure to check out the park’s trails that showcase the Mayan jungle and culture of Mexico through 50+ attractions.<\/p>\nStay:<\/strong> There’s no shortage of great accommodations around Cancun, but the five-star Grand Fiesta Americana Coral Beach Cancun<\/a> puts you right in front of the beach and features a spa, pool and kids’ pool.<\/p>\nSan Jos<\/strong>\u00e9 <\/strong>del Cabo<\/strong><\/h2>\nThe streets of downtown Cabo<\/a> will be dressed in their colorful best with flowers and decorations, as well as many altars filled with ofrendas made by family members to remember their loved ones. The galleries will join in the celebrations, opening their doors and offering drinks to celebrants who fill the streets.<\/p>\nStay:<\/strong> With its stunning infinity pool, terraces, outdoor bars and dining and a full-service spa, Hotel El Ganzo\u00a0<\/a>places you right at the marina and close to close to golf and the Wirikuta Garden.<\/p>\n
Photo courtesy of CDMX<\/p><\/div>\n
Sometimes art imitates life and sometimes life imitates art. The latter is the case in Mexico City, where government official launched a large D\u00eda de los Muertos parade last year after being inspired by scenes from James Bond’s Spectre <\/em>(traditionally, celebrations were reflective affairs that took place in people’s homes). But M\u00e9xico City, perched atop ancient and colonial ruins, serves as the perfect backdrop for a full blown celebration that blends historic traditions and contemporary culture. Visitors can witness the not-to-be-missed Procesi\u00f3n de las Catrinas along Paseo de Reforma; a candlelight homage to \u201cthe lord and lady of the underworld\u201d at San Andr\u00e9s Mixquic Cemetery\u00a0in Tl\u00e1hua; and concerts at the Theatre and Cultural House of Mixquic. The most notable Ofrendas and Alters<\/em> (offerings and alters) can be found in the San Angel neighborhood, and the Mega Ofrenda Z\u00f3calo in the Z\u00f3calo. The Tianguis del D\u00eda de Muertos, or Day of the Dead Market, along the canals and waterways of Xochimilco, is where market-goers will find expansive flower stalls and local handmade items.<\/p>\n Stay:<\/strong> Check in at Galeria Plaza Reforma<\/a>, which puts you at the heart of the festivities, and impresses with its sleek design and rooftop pool.<\/p>\n D\u00eda de los Muertos celebrations in Michoac\u00e1n are particularly important among the Pur\u00e9pecha indigenous communities, and go well beyond festive \u201cshowiness.\u201d In the days leading up to November 1 and 2, cemeteries are covered with cempasuchitls<\/em>, or marigolds, candles, fruit, bread and incense. The festive atmosphere is blended with a deep sense of community and ceremonial order, during a time in which it\u2019s possible to \u201cencounter those who are no longer here, but return for just one day a year to get together with their families.\u201d The Pur\u00e9pecha also celebrate \u00c1nimeecheri K\u2019u\u00ednchekua (The Feast of the Souls), in which holiday food is prepared and shared within the community: tamales, pozole, atole, hot chocolate, bread and much more.<\/p>\n Stay:<\/strong> Consider lodging at the Hotel de la Soledad<\/a> next to the Plaza de Armas in Morelia’s historic center. The hotel, with its gorgeous courtyard and fountain, beautifully blends high design with the building’s 18th-century details such as stone walls and archways.<\/p>\n ALSO:<\/strong> What’s sweeter than sugar skulls? How about instant rewards!<\/a><\/p>\n Photo courtesy of Secretaria de Turismo y Desarrollo Economico<\/p><\/div>\n In Oaxaca, \u201cDead Markets\u201d begin popping up mid-October, selling products that will be placed upon altars, when the D\u00eda de los Muertos festivities begin. The altars are usually placed the morning of October 31, with ofrendas<\/em> (offerings) placed on different levels of the altars, including favorite items of the deceased. Among the most popular ofrendas are delicious black mole sauce, Oaxacan sweets, Oaxacan chocolate milk, Pan de Muerto<\/em>, mezcal and huge, handmade tortillas. At 6 pm on November 1, Las Comparsas begins\u2014a carnival-like procession of people in costumes, with music and dancing lasting until 8 pm on November 2.<\/p>\n Stay:<\/strong> The\u00a0Quinta Real Oaxaca<\/a> is housed in beautiful historic building on a cobblestone street in the Centro area, and puts you right next to the Quetzalli Gallery and the Museum of Contemporary Art of Oaxaca. Photo courtesy of Xcaret Park<\/p><\/div>\n This option, about an hour south of Canc<\/a>\u00fan<\/a>, is an especially great choice for families. The Xcaret “eco-archaeological” park invites D\u00eda de los Muertos revelers to participate in its Festival of Life and Death Traditions, held October 30 through November 2. Over the days of celebration, festival goers will experience the Hanal Pixan<\/em> ritual, or Food for the Souls, through regional cuisine, as well as theater, dance and visual arts exhibits, crafts, workshops and gala concerts. Between events, be sure to check out the park’s trails that showcase the Mayan jungle and culture of Mexico through 50+ attractions.<\/p>\n Stay:<\/strong> There’s no shortage of great accommodations around Cancun, but the five-star Grand Fiesta Americana Coral Beach Cancun<\/a> puts you right in front of the beach and features a spa, pool and kids’ pool.<\/p>\n The streets of downtown Cabo<\/a> will be dressed in their colorful best with flowers and decorations, as well as many altars filled with ofrendas made by family members to remember their loved ones. The galleries will join in the celebrations, opening their doors and offering drinks to celebrants who fill the streets.<\/p>\n Stay:<\/strong> With its stunning infinity pool, terraces, outdoor bars and dining and a full-service spa, Hotel El Ganzo\u00a0<\/a>places you right at the marina and close to close to golf and the Wirikuta Garden.<\/p>\nMichoac\u00e1n<\/h2>\n
Oaxaca<\/strong><\/h1>\n
\n<\/em><\/p>\nCanc\u00fan<\/strong><\/h2>\n
San Jos<\/strong>\u00e9 <\/strong>del Cabo<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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