Mazatlán has really surprised me! It’s a much bigger city than I expected, but it feels very community centric. People say “Hola” on the regular, …
My Mazatlán Misadventures with Munching Minis and a Missing Flame
beach
Cozumel Chaos: When Seas Get Rough and Paste Gets Grounded
Well, it’s been a long while since I physically ran for a plane. I travel a lot, so I’ve learned it’s better to be three …
Trading Cobblestones for Coastlines: My Guadalajara-Mazatlán Journey
You know I don’t stay put for too long and I really have been missing the ocean. However, before I get into all the juicy …
From The Dominican Republic to Portugal
What would travel be without some kind of ridiculous adventure to tell you all about? My trip from Las Terrenas, Dominican Republic, to Peniche, Portugal, …
Financial Adventures in the Tropics
Ugh… I’m not a fan of writing about finances but the name of this website includes the acronym of ‘FIRE’ which stands for ‘Financial Independence …
Six Months in Las Terrenas, Dominican Republic
Bats! Bats! Bats! I could spend hours chatting with you all about bats. But I’ll control myself because I have all kinds of fun things …
Urgent Dentistry in Las Terrenas, Dominican Republic
For those of you who know me, I smile a lot. I’m very proud of my teeth and I try to take considerable care of …
Semana Santa in Las Terrenas, Dominican Republic
People are so nice around here! I’m making the long walk to the grocery store when it starts just dumping rain. I’m soaking wet and …
Making Kimchi in The Dominican Republic
Let’s talk about all the foods! Trying new flavors and recipes from different areas is one of the best parts of traveling. Experiencing another culture …
Humpback Whale Tour in Samaná, Dominican Republic
Whale tour!!! And not just any whale tour, but a humpback-whale tour! Sign me up! Every year, these ridiculously massive creatures make the long journey …