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How to Get from Cancun to Holbox & Holbox to Merida

Beach Escapes, Budget Travel Tips, Caribbean, Holbox, Islands, Mexico, Off-the-Beaten Path, Transportation, Travel Planning Resources

Traveling between Cancun, Isla Holbox, and Merida requires some planning, but there are a few transportation options for each budget and travel style. Here’s a detailed guide on how to get to Holbox from Cancun, as well as your options for traveling from Holbox to Merida. For all of my posts in the Yucatan and […]

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Level8 Luggage Review: The Best Luggage Sets for Family & Professional Travel

Clothing + Accessories, Longterm Travel, Packing Tips, Travel Planning Resources

Recently, I decided to upgrade my travel gear with some new hard case luggage, and after much research, I settled on what I now consider the best luggage set for my needs: the Level8 Road Runner Carry On and the Level8 Luminous Textured Check-In suitcase. In this review, I’ll share my experience with Level8. From

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Zero Waste Fashion: Ethical Women’s Clothing by Tonle

Clothing + Accessories, Longterm Travel, Oaxaca, Packing Tips, Travel Planning Resources

I studied fashion design, then proceeded to work in the seemingly glamorous business in New York for 5+ years. I hated it. Mostly because the industry is structured to cut corners and value the bottom line above all else. This almost always hurts those who work in their factories the most, not to mention the

Best Creative Apps for Travel: Jet Journal Travel App for iPhone

Travel Planning Resources, Travel Tips

There are so many travel and social apps out there, but none seem to be totally perfect for everything I want to do. As a creative person, I really like apps that are aesthetically pleasing and allow for my own visual customization. I’ve been trying out Jet Journal travel app for iPhone and think it’s

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Ethical + Quality 60 Liter Backpack: Review of Banana Backpacks

Clothing + Accessories, Hiking, Hiking + Adventures, Longterm Travel, Packing Tips, Travel Planning Resources, Travel Tips

Finding the perfect travel luggage has felt like a never ending search for me. But it’s become clear that I prefer and find a quality backpack so much more convenient than rolling options. I recently came across Banana Backpacks, and loved the company’s social mission. So I tried out my new 60 liter backpack on

Reusable Travel Utensils + Travel Food Containers: To-Go Ware to Reduce Your Environmental Footprint on the Road

Budget Travel Tips, Eat Well in Latin America, Food, Hiking + Adventures, Packing Tips, Travel Planning Resources, Travel Tips

I’ll be honest, I spent a few years of travel being lazy about my environmental choices. When I was traveling full-time, I didn’t feel like I had time to research and find natural, healthy, and sustainable products. Now I know that was an excuse (I could have made time) so I’ve become determined to cut

Intentional Travel Clothing: MATTER Artisan Prints, Organic Pants, Ikat Prints + More

Clothing + Accessories, Longterm Travel, Packing Tips, Travel Planning Resources

It’s not every day I find a company that has some of the most beautiful, unique clothing around AND a strong moral compass & mission. MATTER is just that – their mission is to connect designers with artisans, in order to preserve and promote artisan prints and traditions in a sustainable way. They’re also passionate

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Versatile Clothing for Travel: Best Travel Dress + Travel Cardigan for Minimalist Packing

Clothing + Accessories, Longterm Travel, Packing Tips, Travel Planning Resources

For 3 years all I had was one suitcase and about a week and a half of outfits. I loved the minimalist packing lifestyle, and was a bit worried once I settled down that I might start amassing a bunch of things I don’t need now that I have some closet space. I’m happy to

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Artisan Oaxaca Tours: Thread Caravan Hammock Workshop + Textiles, Ceramics, and Mezcal Tours

Central America, Cultural Destinations, Eat Well in Latin America, Food, Guatemala, Mexico, Mezcal, Nature, Oaxaca, Oaxaca City, Panama, Tour Reviews, Tours, Travel Planning Resources

There is very little that gets me more excited than learning from talented, master artisans in their homeland. In fact, the original reason I came to Oaxaca years ago was because of its reputation for gorgeous textiles and traditional artisan work. A couple years ago, I discovered Thread Caravan’s artisan Oaxaca tours (as well as

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International Wifi Roaming for Mexico + Beyond: Vision Global Wifi Review

Caribbean, Central America, Mexico, Oaxaca, Packing Tips, South America, Travel Planning Resources, Travel Tips

As a digital nomad and former full-time traveler, I can attest that I am (sometimes too) aware of international wifi roaming options. I’ve lived and worked in 17 countries, and spent lots of time being stressed out about having adequate wifi to meet deadlines and make meetings. Whether you are a digital nomad or a

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HelloTalk: Free Language Learning Tool for Spanish Language Exchange

Budget Travel Tips, Central America, Europe, Mexico, South America, Spain, Travel Planning Resources, Travel Tips

I’ve been learning Spanish for years now. First in high school/college, then out in my travels, and then pretty heavily over the last 3 years as I’ve traveled full-time in Latin America. I’ve tried lots of language learning tools, some I’ve found effective, and some not so much. But one of the best ways I’ve

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All-in-One Trip Planning Tool: Relovate Itinerary Planner

Budget Travel Tips, Eat Well in Latin America, Hotel Reviews, Tours, Transportation, Travel Planning Resources, Travel Tips, Uncategorized

I recently found out about a new trip planning tool called Relovate that I’ve been using as my itinerary planner for two upcoming trips. It has some really unique features that I haven’t seen before all in one tool, so I’m excited to tell you more about it! When I plan an upcoming trip, I

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How I’ve Found Free Flights (+ Affordable Flights) For 31 Flights and Counting

Budget Travel Tips, Europe, Longterm Travel, Transportation, Travel Planning Resources, Travel Tips

Over the last 3 years (2 of which have been full-time travel) I have flown 31 one-way flights (it’s hard for me to speak in terms of round trips because I almost never book a round trip flight) all of which have been free flights or very affordable flights. 28 of which were free flights

Location Independent Travel Packing List: Every Essential Thing for 3+ Years of Full Time Travel

Caribbean, Central America, Europe, Longterm Travel, Mexico, Packing Tips, South America, Travel Planning Resources, Travel Tips

When you travel 100% of the time for over 3 years, you learn some things about what things you REALLY need and what things you don’t. I’ve made lots of tweaks and changes to my location independent travel packing list over the last couple of years, including some major ones at the end of last

The Ultimate Guide to Transportation in Mexico, Central & South America

Budget Travel Tips, Caribbean, Central America, Mexico, South America, Transportation, Travel Planning Resources, Travel Tips

15 Ways to Travel Latin America by Bus, Boat, Tuk-Tuk & More! Have you ever felt a little intimidated, or even terrified, to figure out how to navigate the plethora of options for transportation in Mexico, Central and South America? Don’t panic and book the incredibly overpriced private transportation you find online. Take a few

5 Tips to Finding Budget Hotels and Hostels in Central America, South America and Mexico

Budget Travel Tips, Central America, Colombia, Ecuador, Guatemala, Lodging Tips, Mexico, Nicaragua, South America, Travel Planning Resources, Travel Tips

Are you scared of hostels? Do you fear pre-booking a budget hotel, only to walk into the bedroom and find stains on the sheets and cockroaches in the corner? Fear not, there are tons of great budget hotels and hostels in Central America, South America and Mexico. I’ve traveled through this region for years, staying

What is Housesitting? And How to Find Your First Housesit…

Housesitting, Lodging Tips, Travel Planning Resources, Travel Tips

Housesitting has changed my life. I never thought I’d be able to travel for extended periods of time, but we traveled non-stop for almost 3 years, and housesitting is a big reason we were able to do so! I can’t say enough good things about international housesitting. This amazing arrangement allows us to cut out

How to Find Good & Safe Street Food in Latin America

Caribbean, Central America, Eat Well in Latin America, Food, Mexico, South America, Travel Planning Resources, Travel Tips, Uncategorized

You know all those people who say not to eat street food because it’ll make you sick. IGNORE THEM, please. In my opinion, street food is safer than a meal in a restaurant, as everything is done right in front of you. Don’t like the look of the kitchen? Think the food doesn’t look fresh?