Ex-Hacienda & Mines of Guanajuato
Diving head-first into Guanajuato’s mining past—from an opulent former mining magnate’s residence to braving the mines, themselves.
Diving head-first into Guanajuato’s mining past—from an opulent former mining magnate’s residence to braving the mines, themselves.
Another race against the weather to take in the sights of Old Guanajuato. Today, we’re trekking the 19th-century waterworks of this UNESCO city.
Our first explorations in colorful and captivating Guanajuato City, with its medieval alleyways and tunnels, and spectacular sights.
It finally happened, the first big rain of the season here in the Central Highlands ushering in the Rainy Season. Looks like this will more or less be our new … Read more
In true road school spirit, we take advantage of the waning days of dry season to explore the House of Eleven Courtyards (Casa de Los Once Patios) and Old College … Read more
Hiking Volcán del Estribo Grande (the Stirrup Volcano) was one of the first things to go onto our Patzcuaro Bucket List when we arrived here. Given that there’s no shortage … Read more
A day trip from Patzcuaro to the Pueblo Magico of Tzintzuntzan, exploring ancient pyramids and an atmospheric former convent.
Janitzio Island is one of those places that frequently pops up on postcards and tourism marketing materials for Central Mexico. It’s hard to believe such a place exists in North … Read more
Discovering the wonderful sights and simple pleasures of the evocative Pueblo Magico of Patzcuaro in Michoacan, Mexico.
Hiking the lava fields and incredible church ruins of Old San Juan Parangaricutiro, the Michoacan town consumed by a stealthy volcano.
We left the coast and made our way to Uruapan, the “Avocado Capital of the World” and home to some of Mexico’s most interesting manmade and natural wonders.
The coast is heating up and the rainy season is just around the corner, so we thought it might be a good time to head inland to the mountains. The … Read more
After 10 days in Melaque it’s time to head south again. At this point, we’re not sure how much farther south we’re going to go before taking our left turn … Read more
As our nearly two weeks in Melaque wind down, there’s only one thing left on our list to do: A day trip to the beach village of Cuastecomates. Playa Cuastecomates … Read more
For the past week, the weather’s been just about perfect here in Melaque. Still red flag conditions down on the water, but the resort we’re parked at has a nice … Read more
A day trip to the sailing and surfing hangout of Barra de Navidad in low season. Make that, very low season apparently.
We give Punta Perula a pass and push on to San Patricio Melaque, exploring the entirety of this pleasant Jalisco seaside town.
One evening early in our time in Lo de Marcos, Lori and I thought it might be time to pull up a map and start thinking about the journey south. … Read more
After returning from our little trip up north to Chacala, we ended up spending another week in Lo de Marcos. When we’re stationary for a week or longer, it’s easy … Read more
Driving down from Mazatlan to Lo de Marcos late last month, we actually overshot Chacala. We lived there for 11 months a few years back, so returning for a visit … Read more
Tuesday was our San Pancho Day. It only makes sense that Thursday should be our Sayulita Day. Last Saturday, the boys spent the day at a kids club in Sayulita, … Read more
Besides hanging out here in Lo de Marcos all week—which we would totally be ok with if there weren’t so many other fun places nearby to visit—we’re going to make … Read more
When Lori learned that Noe’s old school in Sayulita held a Kids Club every Saturday, it was an opportunity too good to pass up. The boys could make some new … Read more
We were in Mazatlan for a total of two weeks and could have stayed for much longer. But the boys are excited to get back to their old stomping grounds, … Read more
We’ve been to some pretty impressive aquariums over the years, and the impressive Gran Acuario in Mazatlan is right up there with the best of them.
The cruise ships are arriving on a daily basis now. Having never set foot on a big-name cruise ship, it’s surreal to watch them sail into port in the morning, … Read more
On our first evening back in Mazatlan, we hopped a water taxi into town for a couple of treats and a quick bite before heading back to Stone Island. Of … Read more
The drive from Celestino to Isla de la Piedra (Stone Island) ended up being one of the more pleasant we’ve had in a while. Two hours on good toll roads … Read more
In addition to being able to catch the solar eclipse just south of here at Las Labradas, Celestino and Villa Celeste treated us well for the few days we hung … Read more
In early February in the depths of the Oregon winter, Lori and I roughly sketched out the first month of our route through Mexico. We were itching to get deep … Read more
Dodging ATVs, RV utility malfunctions, and Montezuma’s Revenge as we head into week four of non-stop festivities on the Mexican Pacific Coast.
An otherwise idyllic spot on the beach comes at a hefty price and a big mess to clean up.
A day in Guaymas, Sonora meeting up with cruising friends, and our final week in San Carlos.
Moving to the country, exploring desert hills, and gearing up for Mexico’s biggest party of the year: Semana Santa (Easter Holy Week).
We finally make it back to the beach, all to find ourselves in Little Canada on a Mexican three-day weekend. Welcome to San Carlos!
It’s hard to believe we’ve been thinking about this day for seven months, ever since we returned to La Paz from our Baja-USA road trip last August. We weren’t quite … Read more
A short visit to Saguaro National Park and tying up lose ends in Tucson in preparation for our long-anticipated return to Mexico.
Lazy catch-up days in Tucson, with a hike through Sabino Canyon, and a memorable evening at one of Arizona’s most sought after campgrounds.
We ditch the interstate for RV bliss and arrive after dark in bizarre-o world.
A day well spent, exploring Joshua Tree National Park by RV with two eager Junior Ranger hopefuls.
With Rio Vista and Isleton in the rearview, we set out on the long drive down California’s Central Valley to a unique RV Park and an old timey movie set in the desert.
After a brief overnight in the Redwoods, we continue south to escape the torrential rain and end up in a quirky little corner of California.
And, they’re off! Finally, after months of planning, weeks of prep, and days of waiting for a weather window, the clouds part and the weather gods smile upon as we … Read more
With storms rolling in from all directions, we’re forced to push back our timeline and hunker down. The upside? More time with family and the boys’ first snow.
With the Moho finally in the driveway, we finally begin RV projects while managing winter weather, two rambunctious boys, and painfully slow package delivery to Roseburg.
Fun times and shenanigans in Oregon in February as we wait for the wheels to turn on the RV buying process.
An unexpected winter visit back to the PacNW to find our next home-on-wheels, spend time with some family and friends, and maybe even introduce the boys to snow.
Packing it up in La Paz, saying goodbye to friends we’ve made over the past 18 months living in Baja, and prepping for future adventures.