Nayarit Nostalgia
It’s always great being back in Nayarit. So many fun memories here over the past five years. It’s a place we keep coming back to, and Lo de Marcos, these … Read more
Pueblo Magico
Casa Puntual
We awoke to a brilliant blue sky this morning here in Tequila, Jalisco, the birthplace of tequila. The weather’s been about as ideal as you can get lately, and we’re … Read more
Easter Week Camp & Festivities in Tepotzotlan
Easter is upon us here in Tepotzotlan! Which means, of course, that we’ve made it through Semana Santa alive! It’s been a raucous week with block parties near and far … Read more
Tepotzotlan Holy Week & RV Projects
We do maintenance, repairs, and cleaning on a fairly regular basis with the RV. But it’s been ten months since I’ve had a good place to bust out some of … Read more
0 to 9,000 Feet in 4 Hours: Return to Teotihuacan
It’s never easy for us to trade in the beach in Mexico for the highlands. As in November, we take comfort in knowing that we’ll be back on the Pacific … Read more
Ocozocoautla de Espinosa (i.e. Coita)
I wanted to reach San Cristobal de las Casas in one go for a few reasons—one being that I just wasn’t sure how I felt about staying at an orphanage … Read more
Mazunte & San Agustinillo
Lori and I had high hopes for Mazunte. When we were deciding where to move after Sayulita, it even made our shortlist. So, I was stoked when our day trip … Read more
Mexican Independence Day in Cholula
In the eight years since Noe was born, he’s attended exactly one Fourth of July north-of-the-board at the ripe old age of two months. Riley has not been stateside during … Read more
Pyramids of Teotihuacan
The Teotihuacan Pyramids are one of Mexico’s most famous landmarks. It’s a massive UNESCO-designated ancient archeological site known for its enormous pre-Hispanic structures and gruesome sacrifices. Luckily for us, there’s … Read more
Panamerican Season (Teotihuacan)
We’ve spent a total of FIVE weeks parked at Pepe’s RV Park in Tepotzotlan. The property has treated us well. It’s been a nice place to lay low, with great … Read more
Tepotzotlán Dog Days
Tepo might not be the most exciting place on Earth, but that’s fine by us. It’s a perfect place to catch up on a few things and gear up for seven more days in the nation’s capital.
Old College of San Francisco Javier
The former College of San Francisco Javier is the centerpiece of the Pueblo Magico of the city of Tepotzotlán located an hour north of Mexico City. Today, the old college … Read more
Taking it Easy in Tepotzotlán
After nearly three weeks in San Miguel de Allende, it’s nice to finally hit the road again for some place new. Today’s goal is the Pueblo Magico of Tepotzotlán (not … Read more
Tzintzuntzan Pyramids & Pueblo Magico
A day trip from Patzcuaro to the Pueblo Magico of Tzintzuntzan, exploring ancient pyramids and an atmospheric former convent.
Patzcuaro Days
Discovering the wonderful sights and simple pleasures of the evocative Pueblo Magico of Patzcuaro in Michoacan, Mexico.
El Tuito & Rancho Primavera
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
Sayulita & Cinco de Mayo
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
Sayulita Saturday
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
Holy Week Hideout
Moving to the country, exploring desert hills, and gearing up for Mexico’s biggest party of the year: Semana Santa (Easter Holy Week).
San Carlos (Nuevo Guaymas)
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!
Mascota: Unfinished Sanctuary & Mirador de la Cruz
Exploring an unfinished cathedral with a unique history and climbing 312 steps to Mirador de la Cruz in the Pueblo Magico of Mascota, Jalisco.
Mascota: Our First Mexican Road Trip
We hit the road for the Pueblo Magico of Mascota, Jalisco to escape the holiday hordes and explore a mountainous part of Mexican none of us have visited before.
Cozumel: Island Beach Hopping and Self-Driving
Taking a day trip to drive around beautiful Isla de Cozumel for incredible snorkeling, effortless swimming, great food and cheap drinks!
The “Yellow City” of Izamal
We explore the Yucatan’s charming and colorful “Yellow City,” clambering up Mayan ruins and taking in the Spanish colonial architecture, as well as the people and food of this idyllic inland pueblo.