It’s a wonder to walk along the streets of Central Campeche. The colorful old buildings, the wonderful cars and the charm of it all! The city center in Campeche is a UN World Heritage site and definitely worthy of the title. Every cobblestone here represents the richness and color of … more »
This ancient Mayan fort was one of the first points of contact with the Spanish. It was a major sea-port for Mayan trade as well as a point of defence. Definitely one of the most dramatic sites in Mexico. The confluence of the ruins and the sea with the strong … more »
In Campeche, Mexico - he bends towards his book and peers at it. He looks away and blinks at the bright lights and the people passing by. He looks back at his book and gives it another shot…
Chichen-Itza: majestic and awe inspiring. This monument was built atop another building which is currently underground. A serpent can be seen slithering down the staircase of this monument during the Spring and Autumn equinoxes! Crazy stuff, huh?!
Warm and aromatic, this Mexican treat is a definite winner. The coffee is light and this enhances the Cinnamon-ny experience that it brings with it. Make sure you ask for Cafe de Olla when you’re in Mexico!
London was freezing but the view from the other side of the Thames warmed us up. We were walking towards the Tate Modern Museum and saw the city lights. It was just 5PM. This is a city that looks amazing in the dark. Mostly because the days are very grey.
On highway 307 from Playa del Carmen to Tulum (Mexico) you’ll find a number of Cenotes right before you reach Akumal. A Cenote is a natural limestone structure which contains ground water (and lots of flora and fauna). The ride from Playa del Carmen to Cenote Cristalino is 20 Pesos … more »
We made a day trip to Santiago de Compostela. Zara did a year of Erasmus exchange here during college. It’s mostly a university town and buzzing with young people. It also has an enormous cathedral which is a place of pilgrimage for many Christians and just travelers from around the … more »
The Aztecs drank a drink very similar to Tequila called octli/pulque. Tequila has been mass produced in Mexico since the year 1600.
Sand castles on opposite sides of the Atlantic appear to be quite different. Here we have a Mayan beauty pitted against a Spanish castle. So which one of the two is your favorite?