Time for Tikal: Stay on Site
As we did at Chichén Itzá in Mexico’s Yucatan, we allowed three nights’ stay right inside the site of Tikal in northern Guatemala. We wanted to be sure to have … Read more
Kristin Henning
Patience on the Trail to El Mirador
While we recover from the trek, we thank our trusty mules, models of patience on the trail to El Mirador. The five-day, 125 kilometer hike to the site and back was … Read more
How Robert Strauss Travels
Robert Strauss’ travel advice? When faced with go-or-no-go, then go. Strauss is a long time journalist living in Haddonfield, New Jersey. Once a staffer for the Philadelphia Daily News and … Read more
By River in Belize to Lamanai
One of our two adventures in Belize was heading to the Mayan city Lamanai by river. Booked through our hotel, the Black Orchid Resort, the day trip was a great … Read more
A Week and More in Cozumel
Cozumel attract all sorts of diving and snorkeling enthusiasts, but we were most taken by the friendly ease we found in restaurants and villages around the island.
How Dan Buettner Travels
This is the first of our occasional interviews with people who travel – and travel a lot! Dan Buettner has been traveling for decades, beginning with an around-the-world bike ride, … Read more
Tulum Essentials: Start Here for Best Views
Tulum is known for its Mayan ruins, the only ruins found on the coast of Mexico. It is true these ruins are worthwhile, but they are also crowded by tourists … Read more
San Miguel de Allende: Blue Skies, Art, History, and Change
Our second visit to San Miguel de Allende felt entirely different from the first. Four years ago (February 2009), we stayed at the lovely Posada Carmina, walked all over town … Read more
Notes from Mexico City
It’s easy to skip Ciudad de Mexico (look for Mexico City under ‘C’s in the Spanish drop down choice), especially if you’re ultimately headed to the beach or some colonial … Read more
Girls Packing Tips for Extended Travel
Now that Tom’s published the Big Reveal about his travel clothing, it’s time for another viewpoint. So here’s a look at my travel look, designed for comfort, effortless pass through … Read more