Mayans in Mexico – our tour of Mayan villages
From eating traditional Mayan food and learning about the ancient culture and history of Maya to meeting a 97-year-old Mayan elder and watching him…
Travel
How do you travel – should couples take trips separately?
Having a good travel companion can make the difference between an ok trip and an excellent journey. But does that travel companion always have…
Ultimate pub food – totchos
For years there’s been a void between the humble pub chip and it’s south-of-the-border cousin, nachos. Thanks to our recent trip to San Francisco,…
Things to do in Vegas – our Elvis wedding
Bright light city gonna set my soul Gonna set my soul on fire. All you need’s a strong heart and a nerve of steel…
American Road Trip – San Diego to Las Vegas… the long way
The drive from San Diego to Las Vegas is probably the best road trip we’ve ever done. From desert roads to mountain passes, the…
Classic Cuban cocktails – Cubata and Cuba Libre
Cuba is the home of some amazing classic cocktails, but the iconic Cuba Libre and its grown-up brother the Cubata are quick to make,…
Is Cuba safe? 7 street scams to look out for
Is Cuba safe? is one of the first things people ask us about Cuba. Yes, I think it is safe, but as with most…
Postcards from Tulum – 5 reasons to visit right now
5 reasons to visit Tulum right now: The Mayan history With its Mayan ruins – the only ones to be found right on the…
How to drive in Mexico and stay safe – 10 top tips
The freedom of having a car while you’re on holiday is just awesome. It’s cheaper than taxis and you can make up your own…
So what’s the food in Cuba really like?
After an era of extreme poverty, this intriguing Caribbean country is only now starting to explore its culinary culture and experiment with others’. But…