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Guadalajara & Puerto Vallarta

Season 5 Episode 512 | 26m 45s

Rudy explores the rich history and culture of “The Most Mexican of Cities.” Art and artists are an important part of Guadalajara and Rudy explores papier-mâché piñatas and the dramatic murals of Orozco. Rudy tours a tequila factory, learns about margaritas and samples the best of traditional Mexican cooking. Then on to the cost, where Puerto Vallarta’s traditional charm exists next to new resorts.

Aired: 05/26/22
Distributed nationally by American Public Television
Extras
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Shanghai dazzles with fantastic skyscrapers, non-stop shopping and delicious dining.
The South Island of New Zealand weaves Kiwi culture with scenic splendor.
The energetic, ever-changing Hong Kong.
With natural beauty and abundant plant and animal life, New Zealand is a traveler’s dream.
Home to beaches and The Great Barrier Reef, Queensland is an outdoor adventure.
Stunning metropolis Sydney boasts a glorious harbor, carefree attitude and sunny beaches.
The cultures of the Pacific converge on the breathtaking islands of Hawaii.
An urban center surrounded by nature, Seattle mixes city life with the great outdoors.
Canada’s door to the Pacific Rim is a vibrant mix of European heritage and Asian cultures.