Zacatecas
Planners looking for an adventurous yet cultured destination might be intrigued by both the state of Zacatecas and its capital city of the same name. Categorized by UNESCO as a World Heritage site, the stunning Colonial city, located in the Northern semi-deserts of Mexico, is built nearly vertically. Colonized in 1548, it became a pivotal region for Mexico's historical silver rush, and for Catholic missionaries. As a result, there is a fascinating architectural assortment of 17th- and 18th-century churches and monasteries, now mostly turned into museums. In many cases, these can be used as special events venues in Zacatecas. The Zacatecas International Airport, located in the state capital, provides direct flights to Mexico City, Tijuana, Los Angeles, Chicago, Denver and Houston. Once arriving at the airport, downtown Zacatecas is just a 20-minute taxi ride away. There are several meeting venues in Zacatecas, including the recently opened Zacatecas Conventions Palace, which has 26 halls and outdoor event spaces that range from 984 to 19,685 square feet, accommodating up to 5,000 people. The Zacatecas Fair and Exposition Center also has 12 halls, whic…