Mention Oaxaca to anyone who has been and you will get a similar reaction, one of admiration, nostalgia and affection. Oaxaca has long been on my bucket list of Mexico destinations, and upon arriving in the capital city of Oaxaca de Juárez, I fell hard and fast for this authentic and culturally rich city. Here … Continue reading 5 Reasons to Fall in Love with Oaxaca de Juárez
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How to Spend a Day in San Francisco’s Mission District
Murals of the Mission District's annual Carnaval celebration adorn homes behind a food truck serving up traditional street tacos. The Mission District of San Francisco can be a refreshing contrast to the touristy areas of Fishermen's Warf and Union Square or the swanky SOMA and Financial Districts. Here you will find a vibrant, down to … Continue reading How to Spend a Day in San Francisco’s Mission District
Sip Your Way Along the Tequila Trail
Salud! In the Mexican state of Jalisco endless fields of blue agave meet a stunning mountain backdrop. Here La Ruta del Tequila, or Tequila Trail, winds through these fields of blue connecting over 150 registered tequila distilleries in the towns of Tequila, Arenal, and Amatitán. All trails lead to Tequila, Jalisco which is not only … Continue reading Sip Your Way Along the Tequila Trail
America’s Underrated Cities: Reno Edition
Vegas may get all the hype, but its smaller, hipper, greener neighbor to the north is well worth a visit. Reno lives up to its nickname of the Biggest Little City in the World. It's a large enough city to have a little bit of everything while still maintaining a small town feel. Reno is … Continue reading America’s Underrated Cities: Reno Edition