We don’t regret moving to a new country, but living abroad isn’t all rainbows and butterflies every day. In the beginning, we struggled with the language, setting up internet and cable, getting lost countless times with Google Maps, and experiencing a car accident three days after buying a car. Most of the stories you hear…
You could mistake the Mexican countryside north of Queretaro for Central Arizona. The drive to San Luis Potosi displays the same iron-rich mountains and cactus-studded landscape. San Luis Potosi is located a few hours away from UNESCO World Heritage Site cities, natural wonders in the Sierra Gorda mountains, and about halfway between the US border…
Have you ever dreamed of living in a villa overlooking the Mediterranean? Or an off-the-grid ecolodge in the jungles of Costa Rica? Strolling through the vineyards of Tuscany? Or maybe a high-rise apartment in Bangkok with the best Asian food just steps away…The perfect country is out there for you, but which one? It’s surprising…
Known worldwide for its Talavera, Baroque architecture, and mole poblano, Puebla is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a true treasure of Mexican life from the past to the present. For travelers who enjoy history, food, and architecture, Puebla should be at the top of your list. Plenty of day trips are offered from…
Puebla is known as one of the gastronomic regions in Mexico, and is recognized under the UNESCO category of Intangible Heritage. The people of Puebla have been practicing their traditions for thousands of years, well before the Spanish arrived and even before the tribes of the continent were recording their history. Traditions of planting, rotating…
Puebla is a shopper’s paradise! From antique shops to street markets, fine dining to street food, Los Sapos is the perfect base location to discover treasures from all eras. While everyone has different tastes and prefers different things, we created this overview of Los Sapos and the street markets in Puebla, plus suggestions on where…
Mineral de Pozos is an old mining town that isn’t on most people’s radar. In fact, it was abandoned twice in the last century. Located an hour from Queretaro and San Miguel de Allende, this little ghost town is experiencing a revival with real estate options, festivals, and a Pueblo Magico designation. Disclosure: Some links…
Jacques Cousteau once said the Sea of Cortez is a diver’s paradise with a biodiversity unmatched anywhere. I wholeheartedly agree. The Sea of Cortez is home to countless species of mammals, fish, and invertebrates. Some visit in the winter months to soak in the warm waters, others are permanent residents. On this trip, I visited…
Florida is one of the best places in the world to see wildlife. Now, I may be slightly biased because I lived in Florida off and on for 20 years, but I can’t remember a day that went by without seeing some kind of wildlife. On my early morning walks with the dogs, I…
Mexico has been making wine longer than any other country in the Americas, a full 242 years longer than the oldest winery in the United States. But for social, religious, and governmental reasons wine has not been fully embraced by the native population. Mexico has been a tequila, brandy, and beer culture for hundreds of…
Christmas in Mexico is a festive and joyous occasion. Celebrations typically combine religious traditions with family gatherings, cultural customs, and a lot of noise. Though department stores start selling Christmas decorations as early as September, most towns will not start decorating in earnest until the second week of December. With mild temperatures, colorful architecture, and…
From the moment we got out of the tunnel, we were in love with Guanajuato City. I don’t know if its because of the colorful facades or the mountains looming up behind the buildings, but we were hooked. Music and the arts define this city. Live music is performed on the steps of Teatro Juarez…