6 countries (2 of which were new to me), 21 cities, 6 sims, 9 flights, 19 beds slept in, 131 blog posts, seemingly endless dalgona coffee, adapting to a 'new normal' under the guise of a pandemic, and a relocation to start a new job in Ireland. For so many of us, 2020 started as … Continue reading The Best Places I Visited in 2020
Mexico
10 Things You Must Do in Mexico City
Mexico's capital city is dripping in history, culture, and street eats. It's hip. It's creative. The food is incredible. It's home to beautiful, leafy parks. It's got more tree-lined avenues then you'd imagine. It has perfect weather - 'year round spring'. There are tons of great museums. And, the coffee scene is off the hook. … Continue reading 10 Things You Must Do in Mexico City
Finding Timeless Charm in the Mexican Highlands: One Day in San Miguel de Allende
Timeless colonial architecture. Casual afternoon strolls. Endless charming alleys and boutiques. Tiny courtyard cafes, tucked away from the street. A relaxed pace of living, home to artists, expats and visitors from around the world. Temperatures warm enough to be considered perpetual spring. And, a culinary scene with some of the best food in Mexico. With … Continue reading Finding Timeless Charm in the Mexican Highlands: One Day in San Miguel de Allende
Mexico City’s Most Delicious Vegetarian Eats
The rule of thumb, in Mexico City, is that you can't go more than 10 paces without stumbling upon a thing to eat. Mexico's capital city is dripping in history, culture, and street eats. Say nothing for its incredible restaurant scene. With two weeks to eat my way around Mexico City, I thought of it … Continue reading Mexico City’s Most Delicious Vegetarian Eats
The Coolest Cafes in Mexico City
Mexico City, affectionately known to locals as Ciudad de Mexico (CDMX) has come a long way in recent years. It's hip. It's creative. It's food is incredible. It's home to beautiful, leafy parks. It's got more tree-lined avenues then you'd imagine. It has perfect weather - 'year round spring'. It's got tons of great museums. … Continue reading The Coolest Cafes in Mexico City
Where to Eat & Drink in Tulum
Just a few years ago, Tulum wasn’t even on the radar of many travelers. South of Cancún on Mexico’s Yucatan peninsula, Tulum is far enough away from the Cancún craziness to be a haven for relaxation with fewer crowds and locally run hotels and restaurants. After spending a week in this beach meets jungle locale, I … Continue reading Where to Eat & Drink in Tulum
Visiting Cenotes in Tulum
Pristine white sand beaches, Mayan ruins atop a cliff overlooking jade-green water, cenotes with clear, cool water, balmy breezes, luxurious spas with ancient rituals, rustic cabanas, and Mezcal bars with twinkling disco balls that signify the start of a night filled with dancing. Is it any wonder travelers have become so obsessed with Tulum? Just … Continue reading Visiting Cenotes in Tulum
Photos to Inspire a Tulum Trip
Why is everyone so obsessed with Tulum? Just a few years ago, Tulum wasn't even on many travelers' radars. South of Cancun on Mexico's Yucatan peninsula, Tulum is far enough away from the Cancun craziness to be a haven for relaxation. Not only is Tulum more laid back, but there are also fewer crowds and a … Continue reading Photos to Inspire a Tulum Trip
Looking Back at 2016
Looking back on this year, I'm beyond grateful for the travel opportunities I had to venture to new and familiar places on my own, and with people I love. Thinking back to the first time I planned a solo international trip in 2015, it seems crazy to think that's now the norm. I feel like … Continue reading Looking Back at 2016
The Ultimate Guide to a Week in Tulum
Just a few years ago, Tulum wasn't even on the radar of many travelers. South of Cancún on Mexico's Yucatan peninsula, Tulum is far enough away from the Cancún craziness to be a haven for relaxation with fewer crowds, locally run, idyllic hotels and bangin' restaurants. After spending a week in this beach meets jungle … Continue reading The Ultimate Guide to a Week in Tulum