Mazatlán is the Most Underrated City in Mexico!!

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  • Опубліковано 25 гру 2023
  • Today, I'm taking you on a tour of the Pearl of the Pacific: Mazatlan, Mexico! It was laid back, authentic & a budget friendly beach vacation.
    In this travel guide I provide an overview of everything you need to know for visiting Mazatlan. We tour through the different neighborhoods (Zona Dorada, Olas Atlas and Centro were my favorites), stroll the Malecon, take you on a Pulmonia ride, visit the shrimp ladies, take in the views of all the neoclassical architecture, find incredible sunsets and more! I hope you enjoy this Mazatlan travel guide and tour!
    HOTELS we stayed in:
    Marriott Mazatlan Beach Resort: expedia.stay22.com/likewherey...
    Villa Serena:
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    My Mazatlan hotel guide: likewhereyouregoing.com/best-...
    Food Tour: viator.tp.st/gN01g5Ht
    Freddy Pulmonia Tour: / freddybtours
    travel blog: likewhereyouregoing.com/safet...
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  • @alysmalls
    @alysmalls  5 місяців тому +14

    If you need ideas about where to stay in Mazatlan, I put together a quick guide on best hotels & neighborhoods: likewhereyouregoing.com/best-places-to-stay-in-mazatlan-mexico/

  • @viperfx2940
    @viperfx2940 5 місяців тому +59

    I'm from Italy and Mexico is my favorite country love the people, culture, food and amazing weather. and also Mexico feels like a European country because of their architecture and beautiful colors

  • @filymg1788
    @filymg1788 24 дні тому +1

    Hi there,I was raised in mazatlán but I live in Los Angeles,CA.
    I love your smile and I'm glad you like my hometown.
    I'm planning to go back to Mazatlán in July and I'm hoping to have a great time.
    I'm proud to be from Mazatlán.
    Saludos de parte de un mazatleco.

  • @lilymeowington9395
    @lilymeowington9395 5 місяців тому +24

    I’ve been to Mazatlan 12 times (my 13th is this march) and every year I love watching videos of others trips to mazatlan, just to see if anyone discovered anything I haven’t done or restaurant so haven’t ate at! It’s so much fun and I LOVE it!

  • @frankmurillo422
    @frankmurillo422 5 місяців тому +25

    My parents retire april 2025 to Mazatlan they cant wait, great place great food

  • @no_soy_rubio
    @no_soy_rubio Місяць тому +5

    I'm here now, visiting from the UK. Love this city!

  • @gissellearambula6277
    @gissellearambula6277 6 місяців тому +29

    Great video, Aly. Thank you for sharing this video. I’m from Chicago, and my family and I have been driving all the way to Mazatlán for the past 3 years (we will go next year again), and we have never been in a situation where we felt unsafe (even 16 years ago we had no issues when we went for the first time). I keep going back to Mazatlán because it doesn’t compare to other popular destinations in Mexico. Mazatlán is unique for its people, music, ambience, gastronomy, and beautiful sunsets. I highly encourage other Americans to visit Mazatlán; you will not regret it.

    • @alysmalls
      @alysmalls  5 місяців тому +5

      Beautifully put! I have a feeling we will be back very soon!!

  • @chingsanbuenaventura6816
    @chingsanbuenaventura6816 5 місяців тому +11

    I was in Mazatlan with my girlfriends last November on a cruise. I wish I could’ve experience that place the way you do. When the ship docks, we can only see very little but nevertheless, we had a great time. Mazatlan is a beautiful place. Good food, good people and we didn’t feel nervous at all. Thanks for sharing your amazing experience of Mazatlan.

  • @thee_calamity
    @thee_calamity 5 місяців тому +19

    I love Mazatlán. I went there for the first time in 2023. I had a blast. I highly recommend it. We did the all-inclusive resort. And we also got to explore around the city using the pulmonia taxis.

  • @gildedage88
    @gildedage88 5 місяців тому +7

    Mazatlan is wonderful!! The people make the place.

  • @suheid15
    @suheid15 6 місяців тому +11

    My favorite travel UA-camr visited my hometown ❤

  • @chadrud
    @chadrud 5 місяців тому +5

    I went to the Riu Emerald Bay my first time ever in Mexico and I loved every minute of that resort even though it was like the north end of town

  • @francoisbouchard9488
    @francoisbouchard9488 6 місяців тому +20

    Hey Aly, this was a real opener for me. My favorite destination so far in Mexico has been Puerto Vallarta, but I've often wondered about other Pacific destinations like Cabo and Mazatlan. Cabo seems to be a bit too commercial for my taste, but Mazatlan looks perfect! Thanks!

    • @cmnweb
      @cmnweb 5 місяців тому +2

      Another awoseme place in the pacific is Ixtapa Zihuatanejo 😎

    • @sabinoluevano7447
      @sabinoluevano7447 5 місяців тому +7

      Cabo is not worth it, it's not walkable at all. Mazatlan is very walkable.

    • @robsmazatlanvacations
      @robsmazatlanvacations 3 місяці тому

      Mazatlan is amazing. It has amazing history and incredible Center HISTORICO. I traveled to a variety of Mexican beach cities and Mazatlan hits all the sweet spots.

  • @mrfoo12emily
    @mrfoo12emily 6 місяців тому +9

    This was amazing, thank you so much for inspiring me to give Mazatlan a try!

  • @OHANA-Beach-Suites-CDO
    @OHANA-Beach-Suites-CDO 5 місяців тому +2

    WE LOVED MAZATLAN! So beautiful! The people are the best! The food & drinks! HAPPY NEW YEARS!❤️🏝️

  • @jbnavarrete
    @jbnavarrete 4 місяці тому +2

    Loved your review of the city of Mazatlan. One of the best I’ve seen. I travel to Mazatlan every year and it’s a fantastic hidden gem.

  • @carylhudson1990
    @carylhudson1990 5 місяців тому +10

    This is the most well done video I have ever seen. So grateful

  • @veronicaryabchuk328
    @veronicaryabchuk328 4 місяці тому +1

    Amazing video! I felt the vibe of the city which is rare through video. Thank you!

  • @zeusdustorm682
    @zeusdustorm682 4 місяці тому

    Just Perfect For WINTER BAD WEATHER ❤❤❤

  • @cflan1892
    @cflan1892 4 місяці тому +2

    Thank you so much for this video! Great info! My fiancé and I are spending our honeymoon in Mazatlan this October and we can’t wait!!! 🤩

  • @gabrielsandoval4994
    @gabrielsandoval4994 6 місяців тому +4

    Looks like a beautiful place to go and get away from the cold northern weather.

  • @midlifetravelbug
    @midlifetravelbug 5 місяців тому +4

    Thanks for the great information, we are headed there tomorrow! Cheers Chris and Jim

  • @user-ey8jv3mz1i
    @user-ey8jv3mz1i 5 місяців тому +8

    Lugar muy bonito para ir ah vacation.😁👌🇲🇽

  • @MrBornfisher
    @MrBornfisher 2 місяці тому +1

    Great video. First time I went there was 1967. Last time was in November on the Blues Cruise.

  • @tocaoriana575
    @tocaoriana575 5 місяців тому +1

    Muy buen lugar para visitar de vacaciones y conocer los lugares turísticos

  • @robertchantry1981
    @robertchantry1981 3 місяці тому +1

    Heading to Mazatlan to see the solar eclipse !!!! Can't wait

  • @luikzv
    @luikzv 3 місяці тому +1

    I love Mazatlan, it's my favorite city.
    As a Mexican, I confirm this, you're right. Mazatlan is the most underrated city/beach in Mexico.
    Largest malecon in the world
    Delicious food, seafood and typical food.
    Nice waves 🌊 and nice/beautiful beaches.
    Cost of living is affordable.
    Nice hotels and beautiful sunrise/sunset
    Beautiful architecture.
    The unique beach city with a historical center/colonial.
    Beautiful towns close to the city.
    The transportation is affordable.
    Close to the cold mountains and cabins.
    And of course, kind people.

    • @liveourbest2067
      @liveourbest2067 3 місяці тому

      How far out of the city do you need to get to experience a more authentic area not full of gringo retires like myself lol

  • @t-pk8qh
    @t-pk8qh 6 місяців тому +5

    Looking forward to more Mazatlan videos. Looking to possibly relocate there one day. One of few cities on my list.

  • @goretiteixeira3700
    @goretiteixeira3700 6 місяців тому +5

    Great video really want to see more of Mazatlan I love PV its my favorite in Mexico so far but watching your video Mazatlan I think I would enjoy going there.

    • @alysmalls
      @alysmalls  6 місяців тому +3

      Glad you enjoyed! More Mazatlan videos on the way ☺

  • @yessisaldana3570
    @yessisaldana3570 4 місяці тому

    Thank you so much for sharing!! 🤩🤩

  • @ocanavillarroelbenjamin635
    @ocanavillarroelbenjamin635 5 місяців тому +1

    Great video,aly.tank you for sharing

  • @cesargomess164
    @cesargomess164 5 місяців тому +1

    Great video Aly
    Mazatlan Is Amazing ❤

  • @ronaldhorton5541
    @ronaldhorton5541 2 місяці тому

    Very informative with lots of great ideas of where to stay and things to do , excellent

  • @ronthibeault2321
    @ronthibeault2321 3 місяці тому

    Awesome! We were there in January and are so excited to go back. Thanks for your video tour.

  • @Bull-BearTrading
    @Bull-BearTrading 6 місяців тому +3

    Awesome video! Arriving in MZT next month. Best Western roof bar looking good!😍

  • @andrewthacker114
    @andrewthacker114 5 місяців тому +1

    Nice clip, thanks for sharing.

  • @boltgodzeus9021
    @boltgodzeus9021 4 місяці тому

    Beyond the nicely done content, I was sold when saw that you were a Chargers fan!!! Great work keep it coming.!

  • @user-ye2iz5bd5r
    @user-ye2iz5bd5r 6 місяців тому +6

    Love Mazatlan. Need to go to El Quelite it’s not far from Mazatlan.

  • @julannekurtz9992
    @julannekurtz9992 3 місяці тому +1

    Looks like beach front. Is still under water . Enjoyed seeing Mazatlan its been a few yrs. Used to stop there off and on.

  • @CallowG
    @CallowG 6 місяців тому +3

    Great video! Mazatlan was on my short list for moving to!

  • @santanumisra7152
    @santanumisra7152 5 місяців тому +5

    Oh my goodness I was just waiting for a video like this we are travelling to mazatlan later this January for my birthday for a week and we are staying at el Sid morrow beach resort thanks for sharing much love from Canada 🍁 amazing work

  • @roundpaws
    @roundpaws 6 місяців тому +47

    It is why I moved here.

    • @andresmagana7818
      @andresmagana7818 3 місяці тому +4

      Pay taxes or leave

    • @mundoinmundo5463
      @mundoinmundo5463 3 місяці тому +5

      @@andresmagana7818 Todo trae impuestos incluidos, ¿cuál es tu problema?

    • @sergiolanda3811
      @sergiolanda3811 2 місяці тому +2

      ​@@mundoinmundo5463solo el IVA falta los demás impuestos

    • @mundoinmundo5463
      @mundoinmundo5463 2 місяці тому +4

      @@sergiolanda3811 No mms, como si todos los mexicanos pagaran tooodos sus impuestos. Cuáles más quieres que paguen los extranjeros? Obvio que pagan predial si tienen propiedades e ISR si hacen negocios formales acá. si te consta que no acusalos con el SAT 🤣 Yo prefiero que dejen sus dlls y contribuyan a la economía local

    • @mayraisabel.1229
      @mayraisabel.1229 2 місяці тому +3

      Well I hope you’re paying taxes and contributing to the country of Mexico and I also hope that you respect the people and it’s culture. Mexico doesn’t need more gentrification.

  • @user-zt6gu1ph7c
    @user-zt6gu1ph7c 4 місяці тому

    Thanks for sharing ,It looks like u both had a great adventure.😮

  • @WayneGluyas
    @WayneGluyas 6 місяців тому +3

    Great video! Lots of information there. It’s great that you include the prices too!

    • @alysmalls
      @alysmalls  6 місяців тому +1

      Glad you liked it!!

  • @missmayflower
    @missmayflower 3 місяці тому

    I’ve been twice and it’s so much fun. Day of the Dead was fantastic and they have one of the biggest Mardi Gras célébrations in the world.

  • @thomasheater9619
    @thomasheater9619 6 місяців тому +2

    Awesome video, love your work.😂

  • @arrasandoferr2369
    @arrasandoferr2369 5 місяців тому +4

    Viva México 🇲🇽

  • @neilg3333
    @neilg3333 27 днів тому

    I was stuck here during the first months of the pandemic. Besides dry law and closed beaches, it was a lovely place to be stranded!

  • @sandybeach18
    @sandybeach18 3 місяці тому +1

    I love Mexico 😍

  • @ShihanTomCallahan
    @ShihanTomCallahan 5 місяців тому +1

    Great vid tour. Thanks

  • @blancacruz1188
    @blancacruz1188 6 місяців тому +2

    GREAT VIDEO ❤

  • @OIRAMAGETRO
    @OIRAMAGETRO 6 місяців тому +2

    Nice video. Thanks 😊

  • @thomasjohnson5377
    @thomasjohnson5377 4 місяці тому

    Thank for the video very informative

  • @blinkies2012
    @blinkies2012 5 місяців тому +3

    Good video, I have a guest house in San Pancho near Puerto Vallarta. Re-inspired to visit Mazatlán again!

  • @giorgioyo
    @giorgioyo 4 місяці тому

    This was such a fun video! Thanks for the good tips. My moms side of the family is from here and I cant wait to visit :D

  • @genaroignot3332
    @genaroignot3332 3 місяці тому +1

    Great people Mazatlan .

  • @JuanGonzalez-xl4ym
    @JuanGonzalez-xl4ym 5 місяців тому

    Thanks for the video.

  • @anakemple5698
    @anakemple5698 6 місяців тому +5

    Yay 👏👏 thank you for this video. I've been to Mazatlan many years ago and I always loved it. I love the unique taxis. They are so much fun.
    My hubby and I are planning to go to Mexico next Christmas and we're thinking of going to PV, but your video has me thinking that Mazatlan will be a great affordable option since it will be high season. But still would love to go to PV too.

    • @GLoz-oh9yk
      @GLoz-oh9yk 5 місяців тому +1

      "Pulmonía" is Mazatlán's popular taxi name.

    • @anakemple5698
      @anakemple5698 5 місяців тому +1

      @@GLoz-oh9yk thank you. Yes the Pulmonias 🤓 I couldn't remember the exact name!

  • @normamallory6799
    @normamallory6799 4 місяці тому

    Loved your video

  • @sharondube9207
    @sharondube9207 6 місяців тому +2

    Great video. 😊👍

  • @nickchop9633
    @nickchop9633 4 місяці тому

    Aly - thanks for taking the time and making the video. You taught me a lot, as I have heard much about this place. I'm looking for somewhere that my wife and I can escape to during Canadian winters LOL. Cheers!

  • @julannekurtz9992
    @julannekurtz9992 3 місяці тому

    We went as a preteen family. Kids loved surfing in 🎉.

  • @OracleofDelphiTarot
    @OracleofDelphiTarot 3 місяці тому

    Well done content ❤

  • @angelsuzano
    @angelsuzano 5 місяців тому

    Very good, it is fantastic🎉

  • @LSxChevelle
    @LSxChevelle 5 місяців тому

    We just stumbled on your video as we are in the room across from the one you stayed at in Villa Serena! We got here on Saturday. Too funny!

  • @sanjaykumarsingh2441
    @sanjaykumarsingh2441 6 місяців тому +2

    Wow nice

  • @genaroignot3332
    @genaroignot3332 3 місяці тому

    Wow good video.for the World!!

  • @JuanCarlos-pn6fx
    @JuanCarlos-pn6fx 5 місяців тому +1

    Nice Video ❤

  • @KeepingItKei
    @KeepingItKei 4 місяці тому

    ❤thanks!!

  • @ernestoesquerra2302
    @ernestoesquerra2302 4 місяці тому +1

    Hot and humid from February till November 😂

  • @alfredobermudez5501
    @alfredobermudez5501 2 місяці тому

    Ty for the shout out City Tours pulmonia

  • @sanjaykumarsingh2441
    @sanjaykumarsingh2441 6 місяців тому +1

    Good job

  • @eds032456
    @eds032456 5 місяців тому +7

    Hey Aly, love your videos!! How much per month to live part time in Mazatlan? I'm from Alberta and getting tired of the cold at 67🥶

    • @alysmalls
      @alysmalls  5 місяців тому +4

      Hmm, I'm not too sure but I highly recommend the channel @MexicoRelocationGuide - she has tons of great videos about living in Mexico (including cost), here is one of her recent vids about Mazatlan: ua-cam.com/video/cHvgWR0EZWw/v-deo.htmlsi=HhBKbaNwpVCpi2SE

  • @edwincarrillo4436
    @edwincarrillo4436 Місяць тому

    great video and recommendations @alysmalls
    what drone were you guys using and do you have to sign anything at the airport ? I wanna take my drone next month to mazatlan

  • @user-zt6gu1ph7c
    @user-zt6gu1ph7c 4 місяці тому

    Looks really relaxing.????!

  • @genaroignot3332
    @genaroignot3332 3 місяці тому +1

    I llike Mazatlan beer party and more

  • @ts4426
    @ts4426 5 місяців тому

    I hope you got to try the vampiros! Muy deliciosos!

  • @mischievousjr.9299
    @mischievousjr.9299 5 місяців тому

    Cool

  • @deniseinight9596
    @deniseinight9596 24 дні тому

    Great video!! I'm planning to visit Mazatlan this coming Nov for several months. I want to try my hand at 'snowbirding' and see how I like it and have always wanted to check out Mazatlan. I'll be driving down in my small RV. Do you happen to know anything about the RV parks there?

  • @BlackSeaStorm
    @BlackSeaStorm 4 місяці тому

    Mazatlan

  • @ursus683
    @ursus683 5 місяців тому +3

    Té recomiendo Ixtapa Zihuatanejo teclea en tu ORDENADOR SALUDOS FUERTE ABRAZÓ GRÁCIAS PULGAR ARRIBA.

    • @Zuleymaesc
      @Zuleymaesc 3 місяці тому

      Muy bonitas playas en ixtapa zihuatanejo 👍

  • @user-zt6gu1ph7c
    @user-zt6gu1ph7c 4 місяці тому

    The Shrimp Ladies,that’s a great business opportunity for the locals rather nish market and I could be adventurous after watching this video ?! 😮.
    Service and more importantly the tourists.
    I’d like to more in the area.?

  • @gilbert2303
    @gilbert2303 6 місяців тому +3

    Great video Aly. Did you prefer Vallarta or mazatlan?

    • @alysmalls
      @alysmalls  6 місяців тому +3

      It's a bit like comparing apples and oranges. I'll be posting a comparison video soon!

  • @michaelbraunz8405
    @michaelbraunz8405 Місяць тому

    Any thoughts on Camino Al Mar?

  • @MexiBrander
    @MexiBrander 5 місяців тому +1

    😮 I love Mazatlán.

  • @user-wo8vt4uf9l
    @user-wo8vt4uf9l 4 місяці тому

    One of the areas you talked about you called Olas Atlas It is Olas Altas Thanks

  • @Freedom22222
    @Freedom22222 5 місяців тому +3

    There are more than just beaches in Mexico. 😢 Since you are in Mexico a lot, why not check some beautiful places not on the coast? Mexico has much more to offer.

  • @cesarbeltran5467
    @cesarbeltran5467 4 місяці тому +1

    Hello, I am very glad that you like my beautiful port, when you go to Mazatlán again, I recommend that you visit the oyster bar and also the playa brujas, greetings from Los Angeles CA

  • @roundpaws
    @roundpaws 6 місяців тому +2

    One of the best street taco vendors is by far #tacosraymundos in Zaragoza is Los Pinos.

  • @garykahn9853
    @garykahn9853 3 місяці тому

    Best video covering the geography and sone highlights ……except the music scene was. Left out…….many establishments for live music either on the beach or restaurants. Top notch. Too many pluses to cover …… during my first day I was hooked on Mazatlan….. that was Feb 7, 2022!

    • @alysmalls
      @alysmalls  3 місяці тому

      Thanks for watching! I chatted about live music and Banda music in the video yes 🙂

  • @Ozdyy
    @Ozdyy 4 місяці тому

    Mazarlan, Sinaloa, Mx

  • @unperroviaje
    @unperroviaje 4 місяці тому

    This is Mazapan 😋

  • @duckspond-douglasslade5054
    @duckspond-douglasslade5054 6 місяців тому +2

    It's kinda weird. It used to be so popular to go to Mazatlan. Then we never saw any flights and trips available to go there for quite a long time, like 15 yrs. . Was a little sketchy to go there past while. I like it there. Golden zone is fun. I think they had the original Malecon in Mexico, like 15 to 20 yrs ago. Not sure . ;) Will definitely go again. There are some great northern Mazatlan spots to go as well. Check around. Not to be missed places. I Like the Last Drop restaurant and Bar. Look it up. ;) Anyways, another great video by you!!! Thanks again! Cheers!

  • @InfoWarsDixie
    @InfoWarsDixie 4 місяці тому

    You're pretty. ❤ how much are the oysters? Are they popular there compared to Puerta Vallarta?

  • @MelanieStewart1983
    @MelanieStewart1983 4 місяці тому +1

    This girl is gorgeous ❤

  • @n.t.a.7376
    @n.t.a.7376 5 місяців тому +1

    So amasing uwu

  • @donaldmacdougall799
    @donaldmacdougall799 5 місяців тому +1

    Love your videos. Just one small nitpick, it's "Olas Altas" (high waves) not "Olas Atlas".😄

  • @gu55079
    @gu55079 2 місяці тому

    Please talk about the music on the beach. They are a cultural tradition.
    Remember, Mexicans like to live life in a different way. We party a lot.

  • @Irasema-sanchez
    @Irasema-sanchez Місяць тому

    I just left a resort over there today😢

  • @Bry4n.777
    @Bry4n.777 5 місяців тому

    JGL 👁️🇲🇽