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Lorraine Black, travel blogger -Open Doors With Words
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

Hotel Bahia Huatulco

Mexico, Reviews

Huatulco Hotel Review

If you're planning a trip to Huatulco, Oaxaca, Mexico, check this out - Hotel Bahia Huatulco! Location, cleanliness, hotel decor & atmosphere and amenities and perks. These are some factors that I think are important, what about you?  I really enjoyed my time at Hotel Bahia Huatulco, so I want to share it with you!

Lorraine Black

Release a Baby Sea Turtle

Mexico, Travel Experiences

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!!

Lorraine Black

Must-Do Things in Puerto Escondido

Mexico, Reviews, Travel Tips

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! 🙂

Lorraine Black

Best Mexico Travel Tips (Read Before You Go)

Mexico, Travel Tips

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!

Lorraine Black

Ultimate Guide to the Puerto Vallarta Boardwalk

Mexico, Travel Experiences, Travel Tips

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'.

Lorraine Black

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