by Maya Steiningerova | Last updated Oct 17, 2025 | Blog, Guatemala, People and Culture
All Mayan ruins are interesting and nice to look at in their own way. And we’ve seen quite a few of them in Mexico – Tulum, Teotihuacan in Mexico City, Palenque, Chichen Itza… But Tikal in Guatemala surprised us the most and felt authentic compared to others....
by Maya Steiningerova | Last updated Oct 17, 2025 | Biking, Blog, Mexico
Chiapas in Mexico is a great place for outdoor lovers and adventure seekers. From hiking to mountain biking, there is something for everyone. For us, it was mountain biking. Every state in Mexico had different highlights for us – Yucatan & Quintana Roo has Mayan...
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 | 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, 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...