by Maya Steiningerova | Last updated Oct 17, 2025 | Blog, El Salvador, Guatemala, Hiking & Trekking, Mexico
We left for a trip around the world in the middle of August 2016. From Canada, where we lived, we flew to Mexico to start the trip. In these monthly recaps, we will write about all the highlights and low points, best places we’ve visited and places that made us say...
by Maya Steiningerova | Last updated Oct 17, 2025 | Blog, Mexico, Water Activities
Learning a new sport is an exciting experience. First, you have no idea how it works. And it looks so easy when you watch others. But after a few tries, you get it. And it feels awesome! Buzzing in your body with excitement and a big smile on your face are the biggest...
by Maya Steiningerova | Last updated Oct 17, 2025 | Blog, Exploring cities, Mexico
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 didn’t feel like moving very fast. We spent 5 days in Mexico City....
by Maya Steiningerova | Last updated Oct 17, 2025 | Exploring cities, 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,...
by Maya Steiningerova | Last updated Oct 17, 2025 | Blog, Canada, Exploring cities, Photo Essays, Wildlife and Nature
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, it’s all of the above. Spring in Canada is very short and I make the most of it. Besides...
by Maya Steiningerova | Last updated Oct 17, 2025 | Adventures, Biking, Blog, United States
Biking the Going to the Sun Road from both sides of Glacier National Park in Montana was an enjoyable ride. It is challenging without a doubt, but also gives you plenty of time to enjoy the views of the surrounding peaks. You can even bike right under the waterfalls...
by Maya Steiningerova | Last updated Jan 28, 2026 | Adventures, Biking, Blog, Canada, Exploring cities, Hiking & Trekking, Running
Vancouver offers endless possibilities for outdoor activities. No wonder it’s 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...
by Maya Steiningerova | Last updated Oct 17, 2025 | Blog, Inspiration, Photo Essays, Road trips and Hitchhiking, United States, Wildlife and Nature
Yellowstone National Park is popular for its geothermal activity, wide range of wildlife, countless possibilities for hiking in the mountains and numerous canyons, lakes, rivers and waterfalls. It is located in the north-western part of the US. Mostly in Wyoming, with...
by Maya Steiningerova | Last updated Oct 17, 2025 | Blog, Exploring cities, Mexico, Water Activities
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...
by Maya Steiningerova | Last updated Oct 17, 2025 | Blog, Canada, Inspiration, Photo Essays, Wildlife and Nature
For us, Vancouver Island is the most magical place in Canada. Intimate nature of the island makes it a great place for either winding down and relaxing or enjoying the outdoors by staying active. Just a ferry ride away from Vancouver, you can find yourself in a very...