In early December, I visited ATMEX, Mexico’s Adventure Travel conference. Representatives included Mexican state tourism boards, adventure tour operators, travel agents, sustainability experts, and so much more. What everyone shared in common, though, was excitement and passion for about travel in Mexico. To be honest, the days preceding the conference were my first … [Read more...] about 7 Reasons to Choose Mexico as Your Next Adventure Travel Destination
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Belize by Land: Discovering the Ruins, Wildlife, and Culture
“Oh! You’re going to Belize! You must be so excited to go diving.” Anyone who has ever booked a trip to Belize has probably heard something like this. And it makes sense: Belize is one of the top diving destinations in the world. With clear waters, abundant coral reefs, and of course, the “Big Blue Hole,” it’s easy to see why. Unfortunately, because the water gets so much … [Read more...] about Belize by Land: Discovering the Ruins, Wildlife, and Culture
Kolem Chen: Facing Fear in Tabasco’s Epic Cave
After experiencing Chiapas, I continued to Tabasco, the Mexican state that has pretty much nothing to do with the famous American hot sauce of the same name. What I found surprised me. Tuxtla Gutierrez, Chiapas, may be Mexico’s reigning Capital of Adventure… but Villahermosa, Tabasco is no snooze, either! I was psyched to learn that within an hour’s drive of Tabasco’s … [Read more...] about Kolem Chen: Facing Fear in Tabasco’s Epic Cave
Tuxtla Gutierrez: Mexico’s Adventure Capital
There's a common misconception that Mexico is all about beaches. I even fall prey to this assumption, and I live here. I'll admit, when planning a domestic trip, I first think of Tulum, Puerto Escondido, Baja, Puerto Vallarta, Isla Mujeres: beaches. Don't get me wrong; there's nothing wrong with beaches (especially not in Mexico), but this diverse country has SO much more … [Read more...] about Tuxtla Gutierrez: Mexico’s Adventure Capital
An Epic Street Art and Graffiti Tour in Mexico City
Wandering the streets of Buenos Aires' trendy Palermo Soho district on a graffiti and street art tour was one of the highlights of my six-week stay. I also grew to appreciate graffiti and street art during my three years in Medellin, Colombia. So, it was a pleasant surprise to meet Laura Ainscough, Director of Stylewalk MX at an entrepreneur conference I attended in … [Read more...] about An Epic Street Art and Graffiti Tour in Mexico City
