keythrough

Sounds like you're receiving a lot of suggestions that I would also confirm. With only 6 days I would also stay in one area. Oaxaca is so easy to learn and move around in ... much less intimidating than Mexico City ... and much easier to access by walking rather than lots of cab riding (which is the most tiresome part of getting around in Mexico City). Oaxaca is beautiful, FULL of culture, lots of small villages nearby with different artisans, a great mercado, some wonderful restaurants, and a great selection of hotels and bed and breakfasts. We stayed in Las Mariposas, a bed and breakfast with the most wonderful, friendly owner, located conveniently in the historic district. Monte Alban is one of the most significant American archeological sites and is only a short taxi ride, and there are more museums than you will be able to visit in 6 days. ... and the BIG tree (located not too far out of town) is worth a trip just to see all by itself ... over 2,000 yrs old and just huge!!! Whatever you decide, have a great trip!!!! - DL

Marko

Keythrough, would you recommend the B&B for a family ? Keep in mind we prefer for the kids to sleep together (and seperate to us !)...gotta keep some semblance of romance on holidays !

pdx

Mmmm...Oaxaca! I'm so jealous. I spent half my time there just in the markets which were across the street from our hotel. I can't think of the name, but it was cheap and had a nice little courtyard. We would walk across the street to the juice cart then take our drinks back and sit in the sun until the rest of the family got up and moving. One day I bought burrito fixings and brought them back for lunch and we feasted in our little courtyard. Maybe someone could come up with the name of that place. Granted, this was 8 years ago. One more thing, there was a Casa Abuela's restaurant in the main plaza area that served red chile rellenos stuffed with chicken, ground almonds and raisins. Sigh. Okay, another one more thing. The beautiful black pottery from the Dona Rosa hacienda. It's lovely and fun for the kids and great souvenirs. I love my salsa pot.

Marko

Thanks PDX.....now can you wipe the drool of your keyboard ) If it all comes together I will file a report ! Still hoping for more little titbits of advice. Anyone recommend a local private guide ?

pdx

We had six people in our group and when we needed a taxi from the airport we were directed to a VW van taxi. Our driver was great and he ended up being our guide. At the time it was $80 for the day. He didn't speak english but my dad translated for us. In all my trips to Mexico the taxi drivers have all been willing historians, guides, advisors and comedians.