If 100°F+ degree days in Merida have you wanting to make a beeline to the beach, you’re in good company. Progreso, Merida’s closest seaside destination, is only about an hour away by bus. Due to its popularity, taking the bus from Merida to Progreso is as easy as putting all the topping options on your […]
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Ah, the Riviera Maya. Your decision to visit Mexico’s Yucatan Peninsula may have been easy, but since you found me here, choosing where to go once you touch down in the land of tequila might be proving to be more difficult than you thought. I get it—I felt the same way until I spent time
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There’s nothing like lounging on a Caribbean beach in Mexico. But with so many beach options in the Yucatan, you might be wondering about the difference between Cancun vs. Tulum. I’ve visited Cancun at least a dozen times and have spent 2.5 months in Tulum. So, I’ll help you sort through the pros and cons
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Let me start with this—visiting Tulum or Playa del Carmen isn’t a mistake in and of itself. However, after spending over three months between these destinations, I heard too many people say, “I wish I had known…” I’m here to make sure you don’t feel the same way about your trip. In this Tulum vs.
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From Argentina to Israel, Selina hostels are popping up around the globe. And it’s no wonder—Selina has received multi-million dollar investments and acquired Remote Year. Their boutique-style hostels are packed with amenities, many of which have a coworking space. As a result, digital nomads worldwide are relying on Selina for its (mostly) reliable source of
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Whether you’re taking a day trip to Isla Mujeres from Cancun or want to try out island life indefinitely, there comes a time when Isla’s white-sand beaches and crystal clear water no longer serve for distracting a hungry stomach. And if you’ve been dreading that moment, you’re not alone—Isla Mujeres is not only expensive for
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Want to brag to your friends about staying at the first hostel ever built in Latin America? Formerly called PocNa, the massive boutique Selina hostel chain purchased this hostel, gave it a facelift, and as of late 2020 began offering a resort-like experience for budget travelers. There’s no doubt about it—the hostel is stunning. Just
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Playa del Carmen is a hopping place for digital nomads and northerners escaping winter. Since it has a more backpacker vibe than Cancun, hostel options are plentiful, so you might be wondering what it’s like to stay at Selina. This Selina Playa del Carmen review is based on my six-week stay. Yep, I spent a
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