Relaxing in the lakeside town of Guatape, Colombia
The Sunshine, fresh air, quietness with the occasional sound of a boat pulling water skier and steady year-round temperature of 23C. Sounds too good? Welcome to Guatape in Colombia! Our first stop in Colombia was a little town in the countryside, Guatape. And we...
Month 5 recap of our trip around the world
In case you missed it, read our recap of Month 1 & 2, Month 3, Month 4 In December, weβve visited our favourite country yet β Venezuela. Itβs not easy for Venezuelans to live there right now. Their government is crazy and they lack the most basic thing β food. But...
Streets of San Cristobal de las Casas, Mexico
San Cristobal de las Casas is a very colorful and pleasant town in the Chiapas state of Mexico. We spent there a whole week – walking in town, in the forest and mountain biking. It is situated in Chiapas mountains 2200 meters high above the sea level, so there...
What to expect and what to do in Mexico City
Mexico City was our first stop on a trip around the world. In all honesty, we only came to Mexico City to see the pyramids of Teotihuacan. But with all the stress from packing our life in Calgary, we didnβt feel like moving very fast. We spent 5 days in Mexico City....
Tips for visiting Teotihuacan in Mexico
Teotihuacan used to be one of the biggest cities in the world during its era. With a population of more than 125,000, it was the largest city in the Mesoamerica. It is designated UNESCO World Heritage Site. Pyramids of Teotihuacan are located in the State of Mexico,...
Joys of spring, in downtown Calgary
Let me ask you, what do you like the most about spring? Blooming flowers and green parks? Warmer days? Baby animals that are being born and watch them learn to walk? For me, itβs all of the above. Spring in Canada is very short and I make the most of it. Besides...
How to spend 4 days in Vancouver outdoors
Vancouver offers endless possibilities for outdoor activities. No wonder itβs the #1 big city that foreigners and Canadians choose to live in. The first time we visited Vancouver was in the spring, in May, few years back. We were coming from Calgary after a long and...
Day trips from Valladolid – ruins, cenotes and wildlife
Day trips from Valladolid can take you to several Mayan ruins and cenotes (natural sinkholes), the Carribean beach town of Tulum, or Rio Lagartos on the Gulf of Mexico to see crocodiles and flamingos. Colonial gem in the middle of Yucatan is an ideal place from which...
Mexican Valladolid stole my heart
Valladolid, the home of Mayan people, lies in the heart of the Yucatan. With population under 50,000 it makes it cozy enough not to be overwhelmed by big city vibes. Itβs perfect for exploring the history of Yucatan peninsula. Church, cathedral and colorful buildings...About us
Hey guys, it’s nice to see you here! We’re Maya and Michal – nature lovers, adventure seekers and active travellers. Our mission is to inspire you to live more adventurously, try new things, discover off the beaten path places and provide you with the best tips for your next trip. Read more about us…
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