Northern Mexico is a huge country within Mexico and it includes seven states (Baja California, Sonora, Chihuahua, Coahuila, Nuevo Leon and Tamaulipas) each with its distinctive offerings to the traveler. You can stop by Mexico's Tourist Board at http://www.visitmexico.com and browse the regions' offerings by city: Tijuana, Hermosillo, Tampico, Torreon, Monterrey, Tampico, Saltillo. You will find suggestions of ecotourism, cultural excursions, archeological and historical sites, festivals, nightlife, shopping opportunities and sports. Travelers can also access each State's Tourism Board.
- Baja California: At http://www.descubrebajacalifornia.com, find general information about the state and its main cities. The site suggests itineraries and excursions such as the Wine tour, Ecoturism and Adventure excursions, the Pacific and Cortes Sea trip, the Rural tour including ranchs and beaches, the Mission trail, Fishing and hunting areas and the gastronomy circuit. Check the calendar of events in the serach engine where you can browse by city and month.
- Sonora: http://www.gotosonora.com is Sonora's Tourism Commission website. Find information about main destinations in the state, ecotourism, cultural and historical attractions, festivals and all about beaches. Know about the lodging, dining and healthcare services in the state. The government of Sonora has an office in Tucson, Sonora Tourist Center, 4635 E Broadway, 520-784-0551.
- Chihuahua: The State government hosts http://www.chihuahua.gob.mx/turismoweb catering the business and the tourist traveler. It includes the State's main attractions, lodging, dining and shopping information, the annual calendar of events, museums and historical sites.
- Coahuila: http://www.coahuila.gob.mx is Coahuila's Official website. The site includes information about the history and the rich art activity in the state. Finf a list its 38 towns and their traditions.
- Nuevo Leon: At http://www.turismomonterrey.com, find wells of information such the State's cultural offering, sports oppportunities, health care services, main attractions and the State's hidden gems. Also, find practical information such car rental comoanies, transportation, lodging and dining facilities. Browse the list of eco and rural tourism opportunities and of national parks.
- Tamaulipas: Boasting their beaches and year-round sun, the Secretary of Tourism hosts http://www.tamaulipas.gob.mx/gobierno... with opportunities for recreation and great dining.
