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Hola! Welcome to the Mexico 🇲🇽 & Canada 🇨🇦 Travel Blogs!

Bienvenidos! Welcome!

Here you will see all things Mexico & Canada! 

Guides for destinations and travelling in Mexico & Canada, hotel reviews, facts about Mexico and Canada.

You will read interesting reviews, tips and recommendations to help make your travels the most fun and smooth as possible!

Toronto Distillery District Winter Village

Toronto Distillery district Winter Village

Every year there is a great tradition in Toronto that happens at the Toronto Distillery District. It’s a Christmas market and so much more! It’s called the Distillery District Winter Village.
Here I am going to share everything that you need to know about the Toronto Distillery District Winter Village.

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Ultimate Guide to Long Bus Trips in Mexico

Ultimate Guide to Long Bus Trips in Mexico

Are you wondering what bus travel in Mexico is like?
Sometimes the bus is a much better deal than a flight, but is it worth it to take the bus in Mexico rather than fly?

Well, here is your ultimate guide to long bus trips in Mexico.

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Fun things to do in Playa Del Carmen

Fun Things To Do In Playa Del Carmen

Playa Del Carmen is a beautiful place to enjoy in Mexico! It’s visited by people from around the world every year!  It’s also a good place to visit if you’re looking for a party and good times! 
I am going to share some fun things to do in Playa Del Carmen to help make your trip even more awesome!

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Fun Fall Activities in Ontario

Fun Fall Activities in Ontario

Fall is such a wonderful time of year!
There are so many classically Canadian activities to do in the fall!
My plan is to inspire you to enjoy some of these fun fall activities in Ontario, Canada!

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3rd Largest Monolith in the World

3rd Largest Monolith in the world!

The 3rd largest monolith in the world is in Mexico! Bernal, Querataro, Mexico, to be specific. Here you will learn everything you need to know about this monolith, including information to help you climb it safely, and how to prepare.

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15 tips to sleep better in your hotel- travel blog

15 Tips to Sleep Better at your Hotel

This is my guide of 15 ways to sleep well at your hotel.  Which number do you think helps the most? Let me know!
Maybe you’re exhausted from your travels or a night out, or you have to get up super early the next day…
Whatever the reason, sometimes it’s especially important to get a good night sleep.

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Hotel Vista Oceana

Sayulita Beach side hotel review

If you’re going to Sayulita, the beachfront is definitely the place to be!!
This is a hotel review of a beachfront hotel that I stayed at in Sayulita.
If you’re not sure where Sayulita is, it’s in the state of Nayarit, Mexico.

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Camping Comfortably must-haves travel blog

Comfortable Camping Must-Haves!

Are you ready for camping season? 🏕️ It’s just around the corner.
Although camping can be rustic, don’t you still want to be comfortable? I know that I do!
Here is my list of preferred camping gear to be comfortable and to enjoy camping even more! 😌

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21 reasons why travel is important

21 Reasons that Travel is Important!

Did you know that travel is good for you?
Yep! It Is!  There are many reasons why it’s valuable.
Here, I’m going to share 21 reasons why travel is important!
Which number is the most important for you? Maybe it’s 4, 7 or 21…
Let’s find out!

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Beaches in Huatulco

Beaches in Huatulco!

Looking for some beach time in Huatulco? Maybe you’re in Huatulco now, or you’re headed there.
There were 2 beaches that I really enjoyed while I was in Huatulco, Mexico.  I  would like to share these beaches with you!

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Release a Baby Sea Turtle

Release a Baby Sea Turtle

This seemed like such an amazing experience that I couldn’t pass up!

I love turtles 🐢  and watching them go free into the ocean… How beautiful! 🥰

It was one of the most beautiful experiences ever!! I loved it!!

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Ultimate Guide to the Puerto Vallarta Boardwalk

Ultimate Guide to Puerto Vallarta Boardwalk

The Puerto Vallarta boardwalk is awesome!! I love it and I want to share it with you! So, here is my ultimate guide to enjoying and exploring the malecon in Puerto Vallarta.

The word in Spanish for the boardwalk is the ‘malecon’.

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Curve in the road

Unexpected Road Trip Stops

Do you love road trips as much as we do?
My husband and I love them!! You’re on the road, tunes are flowing, coasting along scenic roads, discovering new places… Then, something stops you… possibly even in the middle of the road.  It could be unavoidable, or something …

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Ways to Make Money and Travel

Ways to Make Money & Travel

There are many ways that you can still travel and make some money.  In some cases you can have your accommodations and/or food paid for as well!

Wouldn’t that be great! No cooking, no dishes, and a new wonderful location to explore!

Even if you do have to cook and clean, you are still exploring a new place and enjoying!

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map with pushpin on it

Yearly Recap & Looking Ahead!

As this is my last blog of the year, I am using it as a time to reflect on this year and to connect!

More importantly, I am using it as an opportunity to chat with you!

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Restaurant in a Cave in Mexico

Restaurant in a Cave – Mexico

So we were walking by some mountains and hills when I saw an arched-opening in the mountain. 
Naturally, I walked up to it because I wanted to see what was inside!

To say that I was surprised is an understatement!
It was actually a cave, and when I looked inside, I couldn’t believe it!

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Road Trip Near Toronto travel blog

Road trip near Toronto

It’s a beautiful fall day, the leaves are so vibrant and bright… you want to drive around and enjoy the weather and some nice scenery for the day… but where?

I have an idea that I think you’re going to love!

You can get away from the city, and enjoy winding country roads with beautiful nature and cool stops along the way!

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17 Uses for a Sarong While Travelling

17 Ways to Use a Sarong while travelling

I have a list of packing essentials that I always bring no matter where I am travelling.

A sarong is definitely on that essentials list!

Why a sarong you’re wondering? Well, there are so many reasons why!

Sometimes I even pack 2 sarongs!

Check out these 17 uses for a sarong while you’re travelling.

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Fall Colours in Southern, Ontario

Fall Colours in Southern Ontario, Canada

Have you see the fall in Southern Ontario, Canada?

So, I have had some of my readers ask about the fall time in Canada.
The trees, the colours, the leaves… if you’ve never experienced it before- check this out! It’s so amazing – the leaves look like they are painted I’ve heard some people say before.

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Corn Maze and Fall Farm in Ontario

Corn Maze & Fall Farm in Ontario

Have you ever been to a corn maze? Are you looking to go to a corn maze in Southern Ontario, Canada?

This is definitely a fall tradition for many in Canada, that along with going to a pumpkin patch!  All that fall farm fun stuff!

Well, I have a place for you!

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Longest Suspension Bridge in the World

Longest Suspension Bridge in the World!

Who wants to cross the longest suspension bridge in the world??

If you are all about that type of adventure, I bet you’re wondering where it is…

Well, I crossed it! I think I held my breathe for half of it, the first time, but I crossed it!  Twice!!

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8 Free things to do in Puerto Vallarta

8 FREE things to do in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico

Are you planning your vacation to Puerto Vallarta, Mexico?

Vacations can be expensive, food, drinks, excursions, souvenirs, gifts… I could go on and on…

Looking for some FREE things to do while in Puerto Vallarta?? Looking to save some cash while vacationing in Mexico??

I am going to share 8 free things to do in Puerto Vallarta.

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Top 5 Reasons to Visit Windsor, Ontario

Top 5 Reasons to Visit Windsor

Are you looking for a weekend getaway?

I have the perfect place for you!

It’s by the water, relaxed, fun, and very beautiful!

It’s Windsor! I bet you are asking why Windsor? Maybe you don’t know too much about Windsor…

Before the weekend that my husband and I spent there, we didn’t know too much about it either.

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An airplane with people sitting comfortably enjoying their flight.

Top 8 Ways to Be Comfortable On your Flight!

I want to share my top 8 ways to be comfortable on your flight so that you can enjoy your flight even more!
You can’t wait to get to your destination, but why not be as comfortable as you can on your flight while you’re en route to get there!

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How my Travel adventures started

How my travel adventures began!

Hello! My name is Lorraine Black. I am an Indigenous Canadian travel blogger and English teacher. 🇨🇦

So, I have decided to start a travel blog.

Why? Well, many reasons…

My husband and I love road trips, adventuring, vacations, living in different places, and so much more!

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