When Luke and I first decided to move to Mexico about 18 months ago, I was SO excited. I had these dreams of speaking Spanish every day, of being fluent before too long. I thought by simply being surrounded by Spanish and “living the language,” that I would absorb all of this vocabulary and understand […]
The Digital Nomad Guide to Mexico City
Mexico City is a very popular place for digital nomads these days. The number of people that I’ve met who are here because of the cost of living, the great nightlife, and the ease of visas is growing constantly. It’s not just cheap and easy to live here though, the quality of life in Mexico […]
Cost of Living in Mexico City
One of my most popular Youtube videos is about the cost of living in Mexico City and for some strange reason, I’ve never thought about making it into a blog post. Well, now I have. This post is meant to help anyone who is considering moving to Mexico City or just anyone who is curious […]
A Guide to Isla Holbox
Isla Holbox is an island that I thought I would fall head over heels in love with (here’s why I didn’t). After coming home and looking back through my photos though, I realized I was being a little bit harsh on this little sandy paradise. It’s absurdly beautiful, there’s no doubt about it. This guide […]
The 6 Best Burgers in Mexico City
I love tacos, tortas, and tequila as much as the next gal, but when you live somewhere, you want variety. My weekends often include some combination of fish tacos, pambazos, pizzas, and/or burgers. Thankfully burgers in Mexico City are in large supply. There are so many great restaurants and food stalls cooking up seriously delicious […]
What to Wear in Mexico City
Packing for Mexico City can be a struggle. The city is tucked in the valley of Mexico amid tons of mountains. It sits at 7,382 feet which means it’s always a little bit cooler and drier than its coastal neighbors. If you’re thinking about what to wear in Mexico City, this post should help you […]
How I Make Money as a Digital Nomad: September 2017 Income Report
September has been a bit of a struggle. Between the earthquake we had and just a general lack of motivation, I really struggled to produce content that was outside of my freelance and copywriting obligations this month. That’s not to say I didn’t still make a decent bottom line, but the whole growing my online […]
The Importance of Tourism After a Natural Disaster
I was in my apartment cooking lunch when I heard Luke in the other room. “Whoa” he said as he came into the kitchen. He was telling me there was an earthquake before I could feel it. Then it came with a bang. Although we’ve had a few earthquakes in Mexico since I moved here […]
A 5-Day Mexico City Itinerary
Five days in Mexico City is a great amount of time to see loads of sites and fill your belly with the very best eats. This 5-Day Mexico City itinerary will help you plan your days and nights, enjoy the bars and restaurants that the locals love most, and find the best possible places to […]
Day of the Dead in Mexico City: What You Should Know
Day of the Dead in Mexico City is an exciting time to visit. It’s nothing like I was expecting and it’s certainly nothing like Halloween, that’s for sure! Day of the Dead is a fascinating experience and while it’s celebrated differently around the country, you’re sure to get a better understanding of it with a trip […]
