Mexico

Where to stay in Valladolid wasn’t something I gave much thought to the first time I visited, because I was only there for a day trip from Tulum to visit Chichen Itza. But on my next trip to Mexico, I made a point to come back and actually sleep there, and that’s what sold me

If you’re traveling from Tulum to Bacalar, the easiest, most comfortable, and most reliable option is the ADO bus. It’s direct, affordable, air-conditioned, and takes just under 3 hours. It is the best choice for most travelers. This assumes you’re not driving yourself. If you have a rental car, you can just plug the route

Valladolid is a colonial city in Mexico’s Yucatán Peninsula, and I absolutely love it. I first visited as a stop after day tripping to Chichen Itza and liked it enough that I made a point to come back and stay a few nights on my next trip to Mexico. Spending more time there is what

I’ve rounded up the best budget hotels in Isla Holbox to make choosing where to stay easy, whether you’re booking in advance or scrambling at the last minute like I did. I actually decided to go to Holbox on a whim the day before arriving while I was already in Mexico and didn’t even have

If you’re traveling through the Yucatan Peninsula and wondering how to get from Valladolid to Holbox, this post breaks it all down. We did this exact route from Valladolid to Holbox ourselves while backpacking around the region and planning things last minute, so it’s totally doable, even with little notice. If you have a rental

Cenote Azul Bacalar is one of the few cenotes in the Bacalar area — and it’s very different from the dramatic cave cenotes you’ll find in other parts of the Yucatán. I visited during my time in Bacalar, and while it’s not a “must-see,” I did enjoy it. It’s a nice spot to cool off, go

Isla Mujeres totally won me over. With some of the bluest water I’ve ever seen and a fun, lively vibe, it’s easy to see why people fall in love with this island. One of the most popular ways to explore is by golf cart—but with so many rental shops (and some not-so-great reviews), it can

When most people think of traveling to Mexico, beach destinations like Cancún or resort towns like Cabo often come to mind. But some of the country’s most memorable travel experiences happen in Mexico off the beaten path—places that move at a different pace, have fewer tourists, and give you the chance to connect more deeply