Shorter Days + Cooler Weather = SAD

Shorter Days + Cooler Weather = SAD Tips on how to beat the winter blues! Camp on the beach! Warm yourself in Death Valley! Head for open waters! Autumn is upon us and that means shorter days, cooler weather and less opportunities to enjoy outdoor activities. Although there are positive benefits to longer nights, for many people the shortened amount of daylight causes a mood change known as Seasonal Affective Disorder -- or more simply, The Winter Blues. These seasonal blues are temporary and will lift when the days get longer in the spring, but you don't have to wait it out. Here are a few natural ways to beat back that "down in the dumps" feeling: Get thee to a lower latitude. Take a break from winter where the days are longer and warmer. Spend time socializing with friends. Laughter is the best medicine! Increase your activity level. Activity can stimulate your brain to release natural anti-depressants. Cut the junk and eat your veggies. A healthy diet can help regulate brain chemicals. Ready to "bust a mood"? Hop on one of our winter trips: Southern Road trip, Gold Coast Loop, Baja Beach Daze, Death Valley Loop and Florida Sun Escape!

Foodie on the Road - The Trail to Copper Canyon

Experiencing Copper Canyon just wouldn't be complete without trying some of the local fare along the way. Freshly grilled beef, handmade gorditas, fantastic seafood, or other regional delights await at nearly every turn in the road. Of course the sampling tends to increase your calorie consumption (and therefore the waistline!) so you'll want to participate in some hikes or activities to burn off your last meal, and rev up the ol' appetite for more!

Here's a few of our favorites in the "budget" category:

La Paz - Drop by Baja Kettle corn on the Malecon at Ave Alvarado Obregon for some salty sweet goodness to snack on while in the train. In the mood for seafood? stroll down to Dos Mares (the shrimp cocktails are as big as your head!)

Divisadero - pick a food stall and try the gorditas - golden fried pockets filled with mashed potatoes - add meat if you like, there's always a variety of grilled, stewed and seasoned local meats to choose from.

Creel - Veronicas on Lopez Mateo serves up a slammin' veggie soup - or ask for the comida corrida (plate of the day) and let the chefs decide for you!

Loreto - order the "molcajete" and treat yourself to tender grilled steak strips, nopales, avocado and cheese - it comes with a side of tortillas and is enough for two!

Enjoy the trip and Buen Provencho!

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