Mexico City is the most populous city in the Western Hemisphere; geographically, it’s nearly the double the size of New York City. With that being said, you can imagine how it would be difficult to run out of things to do. However, a one-hour bus ride outside CDMX transports visitors to a metropolis from a different era. This is the Mesoamerican city of Teotihuacan. [Read more…]
Top 3 Things to Know Before Visiting Mexico City
When I booked my trip to Mexico City, it was a last-minute, not-very-well-planned, thing. I didn’t know much about it or what was there, but I assumed I’d at least get some good food and the opportunity to practice my Spanish a bit. And of course, Southwest Airlines – my airline of choice – flies there as one of their few international destinations. It cost me 15,000 points + $100 round-trip. Not a bad deal. [Read more…]
Is Mexico Safe for Solo Female Travelers?
Is Mexico safe? Most of us know that Mexico gets a bad reputation. For many, the mention of Mexico invokes ideas of crime, violence, and earthquakes. Even the State Department has issued warnings urging U.S. travelers not to visit certain parts of the country. There were reports of tourists being served tainted alcohol; an Iowa family of four tragically found dead in their rented condo.
So, here we have Mexico sounding pretty dangerous for anyone to visit. [Read more…]
A Review of Lila Thai Massage in Chiang Mai, Thailand
When’s the last time you got a professional massage?
Ok, I’ll go first. Before my trip to Thailand, and my experience with Lila Thai Massage, I’d had exactly two massages in my life. Both of them had been for free, done by my mom’s friend, Larissa, who was in massage therapy school and needed practice hours. But massages were never something I’d thought about paying for.
Next question: When’s the last time you got a professional massage from a former inmate? [Read more…]
Thailand: Elephants and Ethics
“I booked my trip to Thailand,” I told some friends, months before I would share this news with my parents.
“That’s so cool! You have to ride an elephant while you’re there,” one of them said.
“Oh, I totally will.”
I could just imagine it: photos I’d seen of other friends, and celebrities, perched atop the back of these gentle giants, danced in my head. Who wouldn’t want to ride an elephant? [Read more…]
How to Make Friends While Traveling Solo
It was my biggest concern when I first decided to travel solo: would I have to spend all of my time alone? Sure, I enjoy my own company – but there’s something special about making memories and sharing experiences with friends in foreign lands. I was hoping I wouldn’t miss out on that, despite embarking on the trip by myself. I had no idea what to expect. [Read more…]
7 Reasons You Should Visit Chiang Mai, Thailand
When you think of Thailand, what comes to mind? Probably Bangkok, right? It is the world’s top city for tourism, recently edging out London for the number one spot. Next, perhaps you think of Phuket and the all beautiful beaches down south. Maybe you don’t think of Chiang Mai; I’d never even heard of it myself until a month before I went to Thailand.
After three busy days in Bangkok, which I enjoyed, I definitely appreciated the quiet charm of Chiang Mai. It quickly became my favorite city I visited during my two-week excursion through Thailand and Cambodia. [Read more…]
A Review of Thai Railways: Overnight Train from Bangkok to Chiang Mai
Being planted in the Midwest, I don’t have a ton of practical reasons to take the train in my regular life. When I’m traveling, though, it’s a different story. Rather than shying away from this form of transportation due to unfamiliarity, I embrace the opportunity to move about the world in a different way. I’ve taken it from Berlin to Stuttgart, Copenhagen to Amsterdam, Madrid to Sevilla, and Seattle to Vancouver. [Read more…]
Top 3 Things to Know Before Visiting Cambodia
First of all, if you’re planning to visit Cambodia, let me congratulate you. You’re going to get lots of puzzled looks and questions such as, “Where?” and “Why?” from family, friends, and co-workers. But you’ve made an excellent decision to experience a country and culture that many people overlook.
Whether you know a lot or a little about Cambodia, there are a few things you may not come across in your pre-trip research. Here are the top 3 things you should know before you visit. [Read more…]
Why You Should Visit Cambodia on Your Southeast Asia Trip
Where is Cambodia? If you’re most people, you probably have no idea. That’s okay. We’re going to talk about it. Why should you want to visit Cambodia? We’ll talk about that too. [Read more…]
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