That was without a doubt the worst travel experience of my life! And not through any fault of the airlines. My long trip from just …
Chasing the Sun to Bali, A Very Long Story
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The Unplanned Plot Twists of My Puerto Escondido Farewell Tour
Boy, do I have a story for you! Travel is never easy, but getting from Puerto Escondido, Oaxaca, México to Seattle, Washington, USA was particularly …
Speaking the Language of Friendship: Connecting in Puerto Escondido
Puerto Escondido, Oaxaca, México, has been absolutely fantastic, save for a few minor hiccups. I inadvertently stayed through the hottest months of April and May, …
Go-Bag Glam and Hurricane Havoc: My Wild Ride with Erick in Puerto Escondido
Now, I already know what you are going to say. Why in the world are you in the tropics during hurricane season!?! Well, you see, …
Sunstroke, Smiles, and Suspicious Swimmers: A Midday Hike in Puerto Escondido
Hiking groups can be loads of fun and a really great way to meet new people while visiting areas that you might never think of …
Carnaval, Canvas, and Coital Croaks: A Cultural Immersion in Puerto
Upon finding yourself in a Latin country during Carnaval, you must do all the things! While I know nothing will top the fun I had …
Iguana See You Later, My MIL’s (and friend’s) Puerto Escondido Snorkeling Aventura!
Puerto Escondido, Oaxaca, México is absolutely stunning and I’m so happy that I got to show it off when my mum-in-law and her friend came …
A Recipe for Disaster (and Delicious Food) in Sámara
Now, you may think this article is about all the amazing foods I have made or consumed while here in Sámara. The delightful Gallo Pinto, …
Costa Rican Critters: From Gecko Goo to Whale Watching
You have got to love critters to truly enjoy Costa Rica! I have seen more varieties of birds, insects, reptiles, and mammals here in Sámara …
Uncover Playa del Carmen’s Mayan Treasures: A Local’s Guide
Nope. I did not switch locations from Sámara, Costa Rica, back to Playa del Carmen, México (PDC!). Nor am I on vacation in the Caribbean. …