How many coffee shops are there in Mexico City? I’m going to guess thousands! Obviously, some are better than others hence I put together this in-depth guide to the CDMX cafes including where to find specialty coffee, famous historic cafes, and more! Although I have a separate guide to brunch in Mexico City, I’ll obviously […]
Author Archives: Rose
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Nov
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I recently took a fantastic day trip from Oaxaca City to a fascinating region in Oaxaca state, the Pueblos Mancomunados. There are eight of these villages located in the Sierra Norte mountain range known for its rich flora and fauna from towering agave plants to lush pine forests. The mountainous countryside probably isn’t what comes […]
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Welcome to, in my humble opinion, the most beautiful neighborhood of Mexico City, San Angel. Although Coyoacan also exudes charm by the bucketload, the streets heaving with tourists – and snaking around the corner for the Frida house – stop it from being overly peaceful. In contrast, San Angel becomes bustling on Saturdays for the […]
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The charming neighborhood of Jalatlaco is one of my favorite places in Oaxaca. This peaceful barrio is all cobbled streets and colorful buildings with delightful coffee shops and craft stores thrown in. Bustling Centro is home to the main attractions in Oaxaca while charming Xochimilco neighborhood is another favorite of mine with colorful street art […]
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Nov
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During my third trip to Oaxaca recently, I visited somewhere new to me, Tlacolula Market held on Sundays only. This vibrant mercado had been on my radar for some time. However, there’s so much to do in Oaxaca that my past two trips got taken up by eating delicious local food, wandering the idyllic streets, […]
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Oct
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No one visits Bacalar for its culinary scene; they visit the spectacular Lagoon of Seven Colors! But you’re going to get hungry while there hence I put together this guide to the best restaurants in Bacalar from romantic dinner spots to brunch cafes and cheap eats. I was pleasantly surprised by the Bacalar food scene […]
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Aug
Aug
I just got back from a fantastic week in Bahais de Huatulco followed by a week in Mazunte also on the Oaxacan coast. In this guide, I’m going to discuss what to do in Huatulco from exploring the small towns to action-packed activities, nature excursions, and beach-hopping. Bahias de Huatulco is such a rich region of […]
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Aug
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I just spent a wonderful fortnight on the Oaxacan coast. In this guide, I’m going to share the best things to do in Mazunte, Mexico, plus what to eat, where to stay, and other details to help you have an amazing trip! Although I’ve visited several other destinations in Oaxaca, I have to say Mazunte […]
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After a wonderful fortnight on the Oaxaca coast, I’m proud to say I ate and drank my heart out while discovering all the best restaurants in Mazunte! Because I visited as a short holiday (from my base of Mexico City) rather than a longer backpacking trip, I was in the mood to eat out for […]
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The picturesque island of Holbox in Quintana Roo state (just north of the Yucatan Peninsular) is a little slice of paradise. I had the pleasure of visiting recently with my sister and her friends for their joint 30th birthday trip and we had a blast! There are plenty of things to do in Holbox but […]