Posts Tagged ‘mexico’

Alex vs. Rease: Mexican Standoff

Alex vs. Rease: Mexican Standoff

Seeing as I have been to Mexico and absolutely adore it, Alex and I have had many an argument about this lovely country. We decided it would be best to hone in on his main fears and allow me to defend Mexico. So, here you have it. Below are Alex’s fears followed by my rational explanations of why he is wrong.

Knitting Together a Great Travel Yarn

Knitting Together a Great Travel Yarn

Most of us yarn lovers find it just as exciting to shop for and buy the yarn as we do to turn it into a piece of fabric with our hooks and needles. If you’re one of the million plus people who happens to love yarn, you’ll want to consider booking a trip to one (or all!) of the following five cities, all great for people who love to buy yarn.

Attack of the Mexican Bee

Attack of the Mexican Bee

We were enjoying a break from the busy streets of Guadalajara with a week long getaway in a slow moving beach town. It was our last day and we had every intention of just soaking up the sun, lounging on the sand, eating fresh fruit and drinking alcoholic beverages out of pineapples. This plan was ruined by a freaking bee.

There’s More to Cabo than Fruity Drinks

There’s More to Cabo than Fruity Drinks

When my sister invited me on a 3-night trip to Cabo San Lucas, I had a very specific image in mind. The plan was to just lay on the beach all day, get a little tan (or in my case awkward burn), and pay extra for fruity drinks delivered to my beach chair. However, it didn’t take long until the culture and sites of Cabo pulled me away.

10 Destinations You Should Consider

10 Destinations You Should Consider

We all like to visit new places and see new things, but there are many destinations we have never even considered visiting. Have a look at the following list and consider journeying somewhere you’ve never been before.

Metzabok: How to Get Off the Beaten Path in Mexico

Metzabok: How to Get Off the Beaten Path in Mexico

While some would call anywhere in Mexico “off the beaten path,” there’s a place in the far south that qualifies more than most places. What’s great is that it is gorgeous, not overrun by tourists, and is accessible if you’re adventurous.

Tales of Travel Terror: Mice in Paradise

Tales of Travel Terror: Mice in Paradise

Mice like peanuts. I did not know this fact before our trip to Cancun. My husband and I traveled there for a week last August to celebrate our anniversary…

4 Things to Do in Tijuana, Mexico

4 Things to Do in Tijuana, Mexico

Tijuana, Mexico is the most-visited border city in the World and one of the safer cities in Mexico. Though Tijuana is a very popular destination for youth visitors from Southern California, there are plenty of fun things to do there besides…

Barra de Navidad: Small Town Beach Life

Barra de Navidad: Small Town Beach Life

It’s not uncommon for people to fly off to Mexico to have a nice beach vacation, but usually they head straight for Cancún. Let’s be honest here- Cancún is not Mexico.If you are looking for a real Mexican beach I would like to suggest Barra de Navidad.

Rent a Cancun Timeshare and See the Caribbean Jewel

Rent a Cancun Timeshare and See the Caribbean Jewel

Cancun is known as the “Caribbean Jewel” of Mexico’s Yucatan Peninsula. A world-famous destination for honeymooners and students on spring break, the beaches, water parks and other amusements make Cancun a great place for a family vacation as well.