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Snorkeling in Mexico on Isla Coronado

Published June 26, 2012

I recently wrote about hiking in 5-dollar flip flops on Isla Coronado during my stay with Villa del Palmar Loreto. While the views were incredible, the hike was not the main attraction, seeing as we all know I hate hiking. I wanted to go snorkeling in Mexico, even if water activities occasionally freak me out. Give me a break,… Continue reading →

Unique Photography Experience With Foto Ruta in Buenos Aires

Published November 7, 2011

A while ago I met Becky Hayes when I visited the Spanish school she works for, Expanish. When she invited me to check out Foto Ruta, her latest project that she started with another expat, Jocelyn Mandryk, I happily accepted.

The idea behind Foto Ruta is to have an urban photo experience instead of a typical tour where… Continue reading →

Traveling is All About You

Published October 21, 2011

Traveling is all about you and no one else. Sometimes people and things can make you feel selfish, guilty, irresponsible and a whole host of other unpleasant emotions. Traveling isn’t always easy and there are certain things you need to accept if you truly want to make this a huge part of your life.

The distance might put you… Continue reading →

Traveling Together vs. Traveling to Be Together

Published October 5, 2011

Traveling together is like living together on steroids. You will see your partner at their dirtiest and smelliest, talk to them at the height of their irritability, and have to work out important financial and housing decisions together. You will also get to experience amazing sights together, share foreign cuisine, and check things off your bucket lists. Continue reading →

Taxi Nazi: No Taxi For You!

Published May 21, 2011

La Boca is a sketchy place at night. We knew this. However, because all of us think we are above danger, we took buses there. Stephanie arrived on her own while Ayngelina and I walked together. As we wandered the poorly lit streets and avoided shady characters hiding in the shadows, Ayngelina and I realized something. Continue reading →