We had heard about the gigantic Semana de Santa Festival in Antigua, Guatemala years before we finally went. Apparently it is the most populated one in the world.  We were coming down from a 1.5 month trip where we had visited Spain, Portugal and Colombia before heading to our last destination: Guatemala. A place I had read about in my studies of the great Maya civilization, a place that held great mystique and wonder in my mind. To say I was excited about the trip was an understatement. As our plans abroad shifted slightly, and we decided to cut our time in Europe a bit short and see C ..read more

Mauritius is a volcanic island in the Indian Ocean, encircled by azure waters and busy coral reefs. With lush rainforests and dreamy beaches aplenty, the picturesque views to be found here make Mauritius the perfect holiday destination. But aside from the beautiful scenery, this island has much to offer for history buffs or inquisitive travellers. Let’s take a look at three places you should visit to explore Mauritius’ fascinating history. Port Louis Mauritius was uninhibited until Arab sailors began to explore its shores in the 10th Century. In the 16th Century the Dutch were the fi ..read more

Malta is an idyllic island, surrounded by the wonders of the Mediterranean sea. Smaller islands sit just offshore, some uninhibited but open for exploration. Whether you’re appreciating the views from rocky cliffs, or sunbathing in dreamy coves, you’ll find yourself with an abundance of opportunities to enjoy these famous tropical waters. Here are three ways to explore and enjoy the Mediterranean sea whilst visiting Malta: Explore local culture in Marsaxlokk: This beautiful little fishing village is the perfect place to visit for a quintessentially Maltese experience. Along the waters ed ..read more

We aren’t sure who first told us about The Church in San Juan Chamula, but it became apparent that while living in the Yucatan we would need to officially visit this place. We hired a local guide in San Cristobal de las Casas to explain the history and meaning behind this mysterious church that has the ability to transport you to another world as you walk through the doors. Getting there from San Cristobol de las Casas Chamula is a town and municipality that is entirely run by the local Mayan people who have lived there for centuries. This was long before the Spanish came along and conquer ..read more

Whether you are solo or traveling as a couple, travel is all about the experiences and memories that you create. We have had so many highs and lows as we have traveled as a couple for the past 12 years, but there are few things that have brought us closer together.  Traveling as a couple has many advantages. Below are eight reasons why we think it is awesome. 1. Adventure is best shared.   The planning process is more fun when you share it with someone else. Bouncing ideas off of each other and sharing the load of airfare and accommodation searches is always a better way to g ..read more

San Cristóbal de las Casas is one of those places you will never forget. It holds a certain charm and magic that few places can compete with.  We have been here three different times, across two road trips, and most recently took a flight from Merida into nearby Tuxtla, Chiapas with a group of friends in the spring of 2021. San Cristóbal never ceases to disappoint us and shows us more of its magic every time we go. Nate has claimed it is one of his top favorite cities in the entire world, if that gives you a clue. How to get to San Cristóbal de las Casas Our first time visiting we had ..read more

If you are looking for absolutely gorgeous, aquamarine-colored waterfalls flowing expansively while quenching the heat on a humid day, then you’ve found the right place! ESCAPE THE HEAT After visiting the Mayan Ruins of Palenque, the heat and humidity of the dense jungle forest was making us crave some refreshing waters.  We had heard of the well known Agua Azul waterfalls outside of Palenque, but we were told that because of their popularity they are often overcrowded. So our hosts suggested we check out the smaller, and in their opinion, more beautiful Roberto Barrios Waterfalls. So w ..read more

A few years ago, before leaving to travel abroad, I read the book “Tales of a Female Nomad” by Rita Golden Gelman. It was a magical travelogue of all of her amazing adventures traveling and living in different countries around the world. One of her passages chronicled her experience visiting Palenque back in the day. I remember how she began her stay by sleeping in a nearby camping platform at the edge of the 1,800-year-old ancient Maya city in ruins. She had taken local magic mushrooms with her group and lay in her hammock in the middle of the forest, swinging to and fro. She felt both afr ..read more

Cultural Tour in Guanajuato City On our most recent visit to Guanajuato in October 2021, we had many adventures as we spent 2 weeks exploring the cities of Guanajuato city and San Miguel de Allende. We ate delicious street food, attended many unique performances during the Festival Internacional Cervantino and briefly drove around the countryside in search of some great Mexican wine we had only ever heard of.  After filling our cultural cups to the brim at the Cervantino festival in Guanajuato City we decided to take a small trip to San Miguel de Allende an hour and forty-five minutes ..read more

I have always been drawn to and advocated traveling in a way that allows you to better immerse with different cultures around you, as best you can, no matter how much of a novice you are. This has led us to sometimes choose tours or destinations that are a little off the beaten track. Some of my favorite travel experiences have looked from the outside quite unglamourous but from the inside a real sense of personal connection was achieved.  To feel close to people who were strangers a day before, requires a willingness to connect, an open mind to be curious, and very often, a good, bilin ..read more