Oaxaca with Andrew Zimmern

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3 Reasons to Travel with
Modern Adventure & Andrew Zimmern

Panoramic view of the ancient Zapotec ruins of Monte Albán in Oaxaca, Mexico, with pyramids, terraces, and surrounding mountain landscapes—an iconic cultural highlight for Modern Adventure travelers exploring the region.

Vibrant Culture

Discover ancient Zapotec pyramids, beautiful agave fields, thriving city life and inspiring countryside. Oaxaca is a watercolor of culture and sights, with blends of history and pops of brilliance everywhere you look.

Explore with Andrew

Andrew’s a friendly Midwestern guy who rolls with zero pretense. He’s down for anything and brings humor and wit to any situation, whether he’s decked out to host the James Beard Awards or searing stinkbugs in the Mexican campo. What will he get into in Oaxaca? Buckle up, friends — there’s just one way to find out.

Big Flavors

Oaxaca is a hotbed of some of the best food you’ve ever tasted. Get ready to gorge on tacos, tlayudas, moles, mezcal and more!

Experience Oaxaca

A man uses a metal funnel to pour a clear liquid into a bowl while a woman watches closely, appearing to participate in a tasting or demonstration.
Woman hand-grinding red chilies on a traditional stone metate in a rustic kitchen.
Colorful Oaxacan seafood dish served in large green shells, topped with sliced pink radishes, onions, cilantro, and a rich red salsa.