Easy escapes in Mexico and Canada

Spend less time flying, more time enjoying your trip in Oaxaca, the Yucatan, or the Canadian Rockies [View this email in your browser]( At Atlas Obscura, we’re big believers in the idea that you don’t always have to travel far to discover the world’s hidden wonders. For Labor Day weekend, many of us explored our own cities and states, visiting places like the Enchanted Forest on California’s Lost Coast and a preserved-in-amber drive-in theater from the 1940s in Upstate New York. This got us dreaming about our next adventures, particularly the places we can visit without spending more than a few hours on a plane. So this week, we’re highlighting our favorite trips in North America. From the ghost towns and wildly beautiful landscapes of the [Canadian Rockies]( to a week of archaeological immersion and astronomic exploration on Mexico’s [Yucatan Peninsula]( we’ve got some incredible adventures to choose from. Stay Curious, The AO Adventures Team Wild Canadian Rockies: Fossils, Ghost Towns & National Parks The trip: Enter a world of soaring peaks, shimmering turquoise lakes, and untamed wilderness on this 10-day adventure in the Canadian Rockies. Explore storied mining towns frozen in time, hunt for dinosaur fossils in the Badlands, and amble through wildflower-studded meadows as you soak in the majesty of Banff, Jasper, and Yoho. The day we’re most excited for: There’s nothing like that first day on a trip when you’re fully immersed in nature. Here, that means exploring [Yoho National Park](. We’ll marvel at the [Spiral Tunnels]( then dip in and out of the forest to take in roaring waterfalls, emerald lakes, and views of the towering Rockies. [TAKE ME THERE]( Yucatan: Astronomy, Pyramids & Mayan Legends The trip: From the towering ruins of Uxmal to the Maya metropolis of Chichén Itzá, delve deep into the Yucatan’s fascinating history while exploring lush jungles and meeting community insiders. The day we’re most excited for: We’re endlessly fascinated by the cataclysmic event that reshaped life on Earth when an asteroid struck the site of [Chicxulub Crater]( 66 million years ago. During our visit, we’ll get an up-close lesson in everything from meteorites to geology to the demise of the dinosaurs, then spend the evening stargazing with local astronomers. [TAKE ME THERE]( Flavors of Oaxaca: Markets, Mezcal & Home-Cooked Meals The trip: [Oaxaca]( is simply one of the most exciting places to eat and drink on the planet. On this trip, we get to experience it with the chefs, producers, home cooks, and gastronomes who connect the region’s rich heritage with its modern-day culinary scene. The day we’re most excited for: After a hearty breakfast of chilaquiles, a visit to a picturesque town known for its vibrant food market, and lunch from a chef who specializes in Zapotec cuisine, spend the afternoon learning all about—and of course tasting—[mezcal]( at a local distillery. [TAKE ME THERE]( [Facebook]( [Instagram]( [Pinterest]( [Website]( Copyright © 2024 Atlas Obscura Inc., All rights reserved. You are receiving this email because you asked us to notify you when we add new trips. Our mailing address is: Atlas Obscura Inc. 61 Greenpoint Ave #210Brooklyn, NY 11222 [Add us to your address book]( Want to change how you receive these emails? You can [update your preferences]( or [unsubscribe from this list](.