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I’m writing this the old-fashioned way: pen and paper, a beer in my left hand, feet in the water. There’s an energy here at Mexico’s Pozas Azules that inspires me to write and thankfully I have a kraft paper notebook with me. Who wouldn’t be inspired, surrounded by deep azure pools and shimmering waterfalls? This …
Taxco’s Pozas Azules, My Little Slice of Paradise Read More »
Punta Cana is one of the most affordable Caribbean destinations all year, but some resorts offer extreme deals during hurricane season. With prices at $100 per night in the low season at Dominican Republic all-inclusive hotels, it’s hard to pass up the offers even if rain is on the forecast. Photo by Marta Logan via …
Taxco, Guerrero is such a picture-perfect town that you’d never expect it to be dangerous. But sure enough, there it was on the U.S. State Department website: “Do not travel due to crime”. Immediately, I second-guessed my plans and wondered, is Taxco safe? Just a few years ago, Taxco was a popular side trip from …
Taxco Guerrero Has a Level 4 Safety Warning. I Went Anyway. Read More »
I didn’t love Mexico City the first time I went there. It was totally fine — I didn’t dislike it and I’m glad I went — but it didn’t feel special. It didn’t live up to the very high commendations that the rest of the world gave it. I didn’t understand: it’s a world-class city …
7 Tips to Turn Mexico City from “Meh” to Amazing Read More »
Even though I like Mexico City, I’ve spent more time just outside the capital than actually in it. There’s so much to see and do in this part of the country that it’s worth extending your visit to add in some extra stops. If you need some inspiration on where to go after Mexico City, …
Where to Go After Mexico City: 8 Fabulous Side Trips Read More »
“Beans again?” It’s a phrase my husband’s uttered over and over again throughout quarantine, today’s remark coming with an extra ounce of frustration. I’ve made beans practically every night for dinner, half for nutrition and half to work around grocery store limits. But this pot of beans isn’t for dinner, it’s for breakfast. It’s yet …
I Can’t Stop Thinking About This Mexican Sandwich Read More »
Puebla falls into an awkward category, with just a little too much to squeeze in on a day trip from Mexico City but not quite enough to merit a dedicated trip of its own. You can see it all in one very long day, but even that requires you to spend the night so you don’t miss …
A Puebla Itinerary: You Need More Than a Day to Do it Right Read More »
With dozens of great hotels in Mexico City, one of the harder parts of my trip planning was choosing a hotel. I cheated a bit this time — I had a split stay since my time was divided anyway, with two nights in Mexico City at the beginning of my trip and another two nights …
Hotel Umbral Mexico City Review (Hilton Curio Collection) Read More »
Even though I’ve been to Teotihucan before, I couldn’t pass up a return visit to see the pyramids of Teotihucan at night. Walking down the Avenue of the Dead under a star-filled sky sounded awe-inspiring and I have to admit that the thought of floodlit pyramids sounded pretty. Besides, Teotihuacan was the highlight of my …
Teotihuacan at Night: Is Experiencia Nocturna Tactful or Tacky? Read More »
The Mexico City pyramids of Teotihuacan are one of the most popular attractions in the area and a can’t miss attraction for most visitors. Walking through this UNESCO World Heritage Site is like traveling back in time, since the ancient city still holds its grandeur. It’s just 30 miles northeast of the capital and is …
What You Need to Know About the Mexico City Pyramids Read More »
