Moon Oaxaca (Archaeological Sites, Best Beaches, Food & Festivals)

With rugged mountain ranges and stunning Pacific coastline, savory mole and smoky mezcal, Oaxaca is more than just a stop along the way: it’s an adventure in itself. Stay a while with Moon Oaxaca. Inside you’ll find:

• Strategic itineraries, whether you’re spending ten days or just a weekend in Oaxaca
• The top activities and unique experiences: Spend a day strolling Oaxaca City’s cobblestone streets and stopping in trendy cafes, mezcal shops, artisan cooperatives, and art galleries. Tour the Zapotec ruins of Monte Albán, trek the mountain paths of the Sierra Norte, or surf the world-class swells off Oaxaca’s coast. Revel in the blur of parades, fireworks, and friendly locals inviting you to view their ofrendas (altars) during Oaxaca’s legendary Day of the Dead celebration
• The best local flavors: Indulge in steamy pozole from a street stand, try traditional mole, or snack on fried grasshoppers. Visit a mezcal distillery to sample the smoky spirit and explore the fields of spiky agave, or satisfy your sweet tooth with a frothy espuma drink
• Local insight: Mexico writer and former Oaxaca dweller Ashley Robertson shares why Oaxaca is her favorite state
• Full-color photos and detailed maps throughout
• Helpful background on the landscape, culture, history, and environment, plus tips on health and safety, how to get around, and a handy Spanish phrasebook

With Moon’s practical tips and local insight, you can experience the best of Oaxaca.
 
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This book title, Moon Oaxaca (Archaeological Sites, Best Beaches, Food & Festivals), ISBN: 9798886471243, by Ashley C. Roberts, Moon Travel Guides, published by Avalon Publishing (August 19, 2025) is available in paperback. Our minimum order quantity is 25 copies. All standard bulk book orders ship FREE in the continental USA and delivered in 4-10 business days.

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