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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!

Guide to Choosing Where to Travel

Choosing Where To Travel

Choosing your next vacation or travel destination can sometimes feel overwhelming with so many beautiful places to see around the world!  Maybe you’re asking yourself ‘How do I decide where to travel?’ Don’t get travel decision paralysis, answer this questionnaire to help you with choosing where to travel next.

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Mariachi Songs to Request travel blog

Mariachi Songs To Request

Do you love mariachi music as much as I do? The horns, harp, guitars, trumpets, accordians, playing in unison as the mariachis wear matching charro outfits and sombreros!
The mariachis approach your table and ask which song you want to request…You don’t know the names of any songs, so you say La Bamba.
Even though you really enjoy the music, you may not know which songs to request. 

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Creating your Bucket List

As we’re coming to the end of another year, maybe it’s making you think about your life and what you want to accomplish in the future.
Creating your bucket list is way to focus on these goals. I am going to share some tips with you about creating your own bucket list.  I will also talk about why it’s importance to have a bucket list.

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Ven A La Luz Tulum Guide

Ven A La Luz Tulum Guide

Here is everything that you want to know about visiting the Ven A La Luz large wooden sculpture!
So you’ve seen these really epic pictures on Instagram of people posing with this amazing huge wooden statue of a woman…
… Well I’m hear to answer all your questions…
Here is your Guide to the Ven a La Luz in Tulum to answer all of your questions and help make your experience and photos awesome!

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How to leave the airport quickly!

How to Leave the airport quickly!

Your plane has finally arrived and you can’t wait to get to your final destination spot! You feel so excited, but you have to get through airport security, baggage check, immigration, etc. before you can start enjoying.
Here is my guide on how to leave the airport quickly.

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How to Get to Niagara Falls from Toronto

How to Get to Niagara Falls from Toronto

So many people ask the question of how to get to Niagara Falls from Toronto. Niagara Falls is such an awesome place to visit that people from around the world come to visit it everyday!There are several options for you to get to Niagara Falls from Toronto, so depending on if you’re going in a group, by car of public transportation, let’s take a look at how you can get to Niagara Falls from Toronto.

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What to Pack for a Great Weekend away

If you want to make your weekend getaway great, check this out my ideas, items and lists of what to pack for a great weekend away!
Now, this is not the type of blog that’s going to tell you how many pairs of socks to pack, it’s more about making sure you have fun and are comfortable. 
My goal is help you with what to pack for a GREAT weekend away!

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Things to do the day before a vacation

Do you want your vacation to be stress free and the best vacation ever?
To avoid as many issues that could happen as possible, I recommend following this checklist.
Here is my checklist of things to do the day before your vacation.

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How To Work Online While Travelling

As many of you know, besides being a travel blogger, I am also an English teacher.  There are definitely some supplies, strategies and tips that help me to be successful working online as I travel. Whether you want to be a full-time digital nomad, or just be able to go away for a month and keep up with your work, this is my guide on how to work online while travelling.

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Self-care While Travelling

It can be tough, but it doesn’t have to be. I am going to share some tips that I either use or recommend to other to maintain self-care when travelling.
If your physical, emotional, spiritual or mental health is not well, it can make it challenging to enjoy your travels to their fullest.
I am going to cover different aspects of self and ways to keep up self-care while you’re travelling.

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16 Epic Things to do in Niagara Falls

16 Epic Things To Do in Niagara Falls

Niagara Falls is pretty epic itself! There are so many amazing, interesting, and fun things to do there!
Here is my list of the most Epic activities to do in Niagara Falls, Canada.
As there are so many amazing things to do in Niagara Falls, this is part 1 of this series of epic activities in Niagara Falls.

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Pictures of the best ways to keep in touch while travelling

Best Ways to Keep in Contact While Travelling

Whether you’re travelling with someone, or you’re a solo traveller, there are always family and/or friends that we want to keep in touch with. 
Furthermore, they want to hear from us, know that we’re okay, and where we are in the world. In this blog, I’m going to explore different heartwarming ways to keep in contact with your family and friends while you’re off exploring the world!

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Ultimate Carry on Packing Tips

Don’t you want to be as comfortable as possible as you travel?  I know I do…
That’s why I made this list of carry on packing tips! They include what to put in your carry on luggage and great recommendations for carry on luggage too! Having a good carry on bag with the right things in it can really make your travels that much more comfortable!

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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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Tips To Not Get Lost While Travelling

It’s so exciting to explore somewhere new, but it can come with some complications.
I don’t know about you, but for me, I want to avoid as many problems as possible while travelling!
Here are some tips to not get lost while you’re travelling.

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Complete Guide to Enjoy Mariachi in Puerto Vallarta

Complete Guide to Enjoy Mariachis in Puerto Vallarta!

When you think Mexican music-most people think mariachi music! It’s a Mexican tradition!
It has such an authentic, beautiful and fun vibe!
If you’re heading to Puerto Vallarta, here is a complete guide for enjoying and finding mariachi bands in Puerto Vallarta!

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How To Be Prepared for a Long Trip

The way you prepare for a long trip can be a little bit different than a week long vacation. There are some different ways or things to pack if you’re headed on a trip that’s more than your average week long vacation. So, here are my tips on how to be prepared for a long trip.

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A Guide to Pueblos Magicos in Mexico

Guide to Pueblos Magicos in Mexico

If you have not heard about Pueblos Magicos (translation – Magical Towns) in Mexico you are missing out!!!
If you’re looking for a new Mexican destination to visit, I highly recommend choosing a Pueblo Magico!
I am going to share with you why I think Pueblos Magicos are so awesome, and why I think you will enjoy visiting them!

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Must-Do Things in Puerto Escondido

Must-Do things in Puerto Escondido!

Here is my list of the must-see and must-do things in Puerto Escondido to help make your trip the best it can be!

I hope you have an amazing time and experience the most that you can while you’re in Puerto Escondido, Oaxaca, Mexico! 🙂

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Best Mexico Travel Tips (Read Before You Go)

Best Mexico Travel Tips! (Read Before You Go)

First time travelling to Mexico? …Or maybe you haven’t been in a long time!

Well, check out these top tips. 

I have travelled in many different states of Mexico, and I have learned as I went. So,  I’m going to share my top tips with you to help you have an even more amazing time in Mexico!

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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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19 Ways to Use a Travel Journal

Maybe you use travel journals all the time…
Maybe you’ve haven’t taken advantage of them yet…
Did you know that travel journals have so many benefits?
Let’s look at some of the way that travel journals can benefit you.
As we look at the benefits, you will be able to figure out which type of travel journal is best for you.

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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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Always Pack these Road Trip Essentials

So, you’re headed out on a road trip and you want to make sure that you don’t forget any essential items. 

You want to have everything that you will want and need, and of course, be prepared for anything that may come your way too!

I know it can be hard to remember everything, especially with the excitement of going on a vacation

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Niagara Falls - Clifton Hill Attractions

Niagara Falls- Clifton Hill Attractions

Heading to Niagara Falls to see the Clifton Hill Attractions? When you look at the pictures, or maybe you went before there are so many attractions on Clifton Hill in Niagara Falls.  It can be hard to figure out which ones to go to.  
I am going to highlight some of the most interesting and unique attractions on Clifton Hill in Niagara Falls, Canada. 

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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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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 9 Things to Bring to the Beach

Top 9 things to bring to the beach!

So, you love the beach! 🏖️ Me too! Have you ever planned to stay for a couple hours, but you end up there into the evening or night?

Sometimes we get so swept away in enjoying the beach, that we stay way longer than we thought we would.  This is when we wish we had some specific things with us to make us more comfortable.

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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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