Mexico Striving to Preserve the Past, Present and Future

“Don’t take tourism for granted” says Mexico’s Secretary of Tourism Gloria Guevara Manzo in recent published remarks as the nation looks at preserving its’ past, present and future while generating jobs, wealth and well being for its’ citizens.

Last year was a milestone year for travel and tourism in Mexico as the country’s industry contributed 100 million jobs and over $2 trillion in GDP.

The people of Mexico realize that travel and tourism are powerful engines for driving positive socio-economic change and as such, tourism is a national priority.

In 2011 there were a record-setting 22.67 million international visitors who came to Mexico, the most since records started being kept in 1980 by the Bank of Mexico.

The goal is to take Mexico from the 10th tourism destination to the Top 5 by 2018.

Mexico is promoting sustainability and is a global leader in the fight against climate change – promoting “green growth” development and attractions.

Throughout the country there is an effort to organize attractions and to effectively target market them to the world.

Diversification of these markets, products and destinations has helped Mexico over the years to be a more popular destination with the majority of its tourism coming from America.

Tourism is now Mexico’s third largest industry and it set to grow steadily over the coming years.

A key attraction is a lasting legacy for travelers – those who come to Mexico can see, touch and be moved by centuries of history, from 500-700 A.D., to the present. This rich history is very unique as it reaches back to before the Spanish arrival in 1519 when Indians roamed the land.

Early cultures included the Maya, Totonac, Huastec, Otomi, Mixtecs, Zapotecs, Tlaxcalans, Tarascans and Aztecs. And all these cultures created a vast number of historical wonders which visitors can tour first hand.

The lasting influence of the Spanish arrival in 1519 left a lasting influence through the entire fabric of the country. Now tourists from over 140 countries enjoy that legacy for the New World conquerors. Mexico displays her Colonial legacy in most all of her states and particularly in the capital.

Sites listed by a recent tourism promotion note that in Central Mexico “it is possible to enjoy the Churches of Guadalupe, San Marcos, San Diego and The Government Palace in Aguascalientes. In Cuernavaca, cradle of the Revolutionary War led gy Emiliano Zapata, stand the Cathedral (XVI century) and the Palacio de Cortes (constructed in 1538).

Visitors to Guanajuato will find a great examples of Colonial heritage and in the city of Puebla are the many churches.

Content Delivery Online – How Do You Present Your Information?

Of course, the principle method of sharing content online is your website, but what if you share introductory content in articles marketed across the internet directing traffic to your website? Do you think that might work?

Intentional Delivery -

The key component of article marketing is intentional delivery. Offer up information in a programmed method that presents plenty of knowledge and informative content without overloading the reader, then send them to your website for more information. Once there, be certain to provide all the information they might need on the topic, or at the very least, links to where they can find it.

Tell the Story -

Readers relate to memorable story-telling that resonates with their experience of life. When I find myself lingering in the low places of life, I seek out articles and information that will lift my spirits. Something like the Frog in the Butter story, or Zig Ziglar’s Bull Frog story, because they resonate with me. I not only like the story, but the fable entrenched in the words brings me out of my funk and makes me think about my current situation. Is it dire enough to ‘give up’ or should I simply keep working toward my goal.

I’m not an elephant. No matter how many chains try to hold me in the boundaries, I will escape. Determination is my strong point. I am determined to achieve my goal. You should be too. You should seek to escape the boundaries and achieve your goals no matter what the boundaries may be.

If reading someone else’s story inspires you… By all means, read the stories of others. Then be sure to tell your own.

Telling your story is what will bring the reader back to your website, time after time. They will want to know what happens to you.

Carry On -

The strongest emotions come from taking action. When I first started writing, I struggled with the use of passive words. I was a pretty passive person back then and action words just didn’t cut it for me. I ached when I tried to use them. Then I realized that when I targeted specific actions and made the effort to use those actions to not only drive my own efforts but to encourage others, the motivation came back – 10 fold.

Valentine’s Presents – Delight Someone Special With A Thoughtful Valentine’s Gift Idea

Few people know the real origins of Valentine’s Day and it always amazes me how quickly celebrations of any kind become so very commercialised. Whose idea was Mother’s Day, Father’s Day and more recently Grandparent’s Day. Is it because we are so busy with our lives that we need a ‘special’ day to be reminded to think about and be grateful for our families and loved ones and all they do in our lives? What about a son’s day or a twin sisters day? We should be able to express our emotions and show how we feel about the people we care for any day of the year. That aside it is nice to have an excuse and in the case of Valentine’s Day can be a good way to let someone know how you feel who you may not have had the courage to approach otherwise.

So, one of the most traditional Valentine’s gifts are red roses. Have you ever noticed how some retailers double or even treble the price of red roses around Valentine’s Day? Extortion is the word that comes to mind – although they are under great pressure to deliver vast quantities in a short period of time. Why not consider for a refreshing change sending someone flowers other than red roses? Perhaps choose a bouquet in their favourite colour or an arrangement featuring their favourite flower – orchids are a popular choice and they are grown in a huge variety of colours. Even more thoughtful would be a rose-bush for their garden or a miniature one for indoors – that way they can have roses every year and for more than a week!

As popular as red roses for a Valentine’s present is chocolates! Instead of just buying commercially available boxes of chocolates with foil wrapped hearts in a red-heart shaped box, ‘nice but not very personal’, try instead making your own sweet treats. Strawberries dipped in chocolate, heart-shaped biscuits or a heart-shaped cake, or even buy some chocolate moulds, melt their favourite chocolate and make your own – you will be pleasantly surprised how easy it is.

How many ways can you say I Love You? Nine if you choose this really great gift idea of nine stones carved with “I love you… ” on the front, and a different “reason” on the back:
… for always getting my jokes
… because you’re an inspiration
… because you are so much fun
… because of your great smile
… for being so giving
… because I just do!
… because you love me
… because you rock
… for your honesty

The stones are presented beautifully in a red faux-suede drawstring pouch – why not give your sweetheart one each day leading up to Valentine’s. These stones actually make a great gift for any friend or family member you feel strongly about and should not be reserved just for Valentine’s Day.