Lake Chapala in $170s-$210s RT

Have you heard of the Mexican lake hoarding snowbirds by the thousands? 

Yep just an hour outside of Guadalajara you'll find Lago Chapala, nestled high in a valley at 5,000 feet.

It's long been a refuge for American and Canadian retirees and travellers, lured by its near perfect climate and laid-back linen vibe. Think cobblestone streets, art galleries, and juice bars that give off strong “expat" who dabbles in watercolors energy.

By day 3, after strolling the malecon and sipping your body weight in vampiros, if you aren't contemplating early retirement, there's something seriously wrong. 

You’ve lucked out on some pretty stellar dates here too. Including el Día del Charro, Mexican Independence Day and Día de Muertos.

Stick around Ajijic in late November and you're in for nine days of nightly explosions and processions.