Teotitlan del Valle rug weaving tour
Step into the world of traditional Mexican artistry with a captivating Teotitlan del Valle rug weaving tour. Teotitlan del Valle is an intimate community of artisans less than an hour’s drive from...
View ArticleA Day Trip to Hierve el Agua from Oaxaca: Natural Wonders and More
Found in the true heart of Mexico, Oaxaca City is not only a treasure trove of culture, gastronomy, and architecture but also a prime location for day-tripping out into the surrounding areas rich with...
View ArticleBest Things to Do in Oaxaca City in 2023
Nestled in the heart of Southern Mexico, Oaxaca City, the capital of the state of Oaxaca, invites you to explore an inviting panorama of history, tradition, and daily Oaxacan life. As an emblem of...
View ArticleSPECIAL SERIES: Pt. 1 of the FREER Framework
Alright, pop quiz: What’s the one thing that can make or break your travel experience? Nope, it’s not how many outfits you’ve packed. It’s not even about snagging that window seat (though that...
View ArticleSPECIAL SERIES Pt. 2 of the FREER Framework
Alright fellow travelers this week we’re diving into the R of our FREER travel framework. And R? Well, it stands for Research, which is like the secret sauce to cooking up an epic travel adventure. I...
View ArticleSolo Travel is Necessarily Different for Each of Us
I don’t know about you but I’m feeling a bit worn lately and would benefit from a bit of downtime. I need some time to sit in a simple place with just one or two things, like sand and water. With just...
View ArticleTaking Care of Furry Friends While Traveling
If you’ve got fur babies, no trip is completely guilt-free until you’ve made sure that every detail regarding your pet’s care has been covered. This requires careful planning and consideration for...
View ArticleNavigating Retirement in Travel: A Guide to Financial Preparation and Enjoyment
I’m at work at yet another meeting led by someone who just doesn’t get it yet somehow makes more money than me. And I’m drifting off, just can’t help it, to dreams of retirement. I’m hiking the...
View ArticleFlorence was great (’til my kid fell asleep on the sidewalk)
Yeah, no joke that literally happened. Photographic proof needed – ok here you go. Asleep on the sidewalk We were in Italy for the first time and trying to do everything we possibly could. Drunk on...
View ArticleHow a Kid Learns to Hate Driving (and other travel reflections)
Well ok, it’s not entirely his fault. I blame the driver. We were flying home after spending almost 2 weeks in Lisbon and the Azores. Our long layover had graced us with about 7 hours of sleep at a...
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