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Welcome! Here you will find travel tips, experiences and reviews.

Here you can find travel blogs all about making your travels even better!

Whether you want to be more organized, get hotel reviews, or read about travel experiences you can do it all here!

Lorraine Black, travel blogger -Open Doors With Words
Awesome Mariachi Restaurant in Puerto Vallarta

Mexico, Reviews

Awesome Mariachi Restaurant in Puerto Vallarta

If you're looking for a guaranteed-to-see-mariachi-place, this is it! Casa Guadalajara Bar & Grill is the up and coming mariachi restaurant in Puerto Vallarta! It's a fairly new place, so I'm going to share all the details here! Mariachis EVERYDAY! Yep, everyday!

Lorraine Black

Complete Guide to Enjoy Mariachi in Puerto Vallarta

Mexico, Travel Tips

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!

Lorraine Black

How to prepare for a long trip blog photo

Reviews, Travel Tips

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.

Lorraine Black

21 reasons why travel is important

Travel Experiences

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!

Lorraine Black

Everything you need to know about being a Vegetarian in Mexico

Mexico, Travel Tips

Everything you need to know about being a vegetarian in Mexico

Mexico is known for its amazing cuisine, but being a vegetarian in Mexico can add a twist to dining in Mexico. Of course, this depends on where you are... This blog is an exclusive guide for vegetarians, not vegans or meat eaters.

Lorraine Black

Spontaneous or Planned travel. Which is better?

Travel Experiences, Travel Tips

Spontaneous or Planned? Which Type of Travel is better?

Spontaneous or Planned? Which do you prefer? Here, I am going to explore the differences between spontaneous and planned travel. We will look at the pros and cons of each. I would love to hear which travel you prefer!

Lorraine Black

A Guide to Pueblos Magicos in Mexico

Mexico, Travel Tips

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!

Lorraine Black

Beaches in Huatulco

Mexico, Reviews, Travel Experiences

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!

Lorraine Black

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