Today marks one year since I left Canada on this adventure. I didn’t know what to expect, or how long I would last out in this big, beautiful and daunting world. I have not only survived, but thrived in most instances. On my one year travel anniversary, I want to let everyone know I am …
I love flowers! They make me happy in such a basic and fundamental way. Coming from a cold climate I was only able to get natural eye flower candy for a few months of the year. But here I’m in luck for there are beautiful tropical flowers around Old Town of Puerto Vallarta at all …
I have two posts now showcasing the colourful homes here in Po Mo Mexico. I thought it was time to show off the sleek & beautiful contemporary homes in Puerto Morelos. By now, I have been wandering the beach town and the colonias extensively. I would say I have been up and down most of …
It’s all about the beautiful hibiscus today. Here in Puerto Morelos, Mexico, hibiscus plants abound. If you are a tropical flower admirer, you will be delighted walking around this lovely little town. Because I have been able to photograph so many of these amazing flowers, I have decided to dedicate an entire post to the …
Looking to keep up your exercise regime while travelling or on holiday? You are in luck. There are many options of gyms & areas to work out in Puerto Morelos. For a fairly small town, there are a surprising number of gyms here. If you are looking for a place to workout, you will have …
This morning my walk took me to the market of course, its Sunday after all, and the local market was in full swing my 8:30am. There seemed to be more stalls today, perhaps because it was the first one of the New Year. If you are new to the colonias area, this eclectic & exciting …
One of my favourite things about photography is that I can capture amazing little vignettes around town. When viewing a photo of a house for example, one tends to see the larger image of the structure itself. Many of the homes here in Puerto Morelos are beautiful for sure, but it’s the small details that …
Spending a large portion of my life in Canada, celebrating Three Kings Day is truly unfamiliar to me. Growing up, the only day around Christmas that was celebrated, was well Christmas day! Christmas eve was a night of feasting and boxing day was a day to shop, but Christmas day was the special day. Here …
The bulk of this post is about colourful casa’s in the Colonias of Puerto Morelos. But before I go there, I have to tell you the best news. A magical thing happened this morning on my walk-a-bout town. I headed out towards the stop for the colectivo as I was on route for the beach …
The plants that we Canadians are trying to keep alive and thrive in our cold northern climate, are the same plants that grow here by abandon in Puerto Morelos Mexico. Po Mo is a tropical plant lovers paradise! Not only will you see brightly coloured flowers everywhere you look, but the foliage is what you …
This morning I witnessed a singular act of kindness here in Puerto Morelos that sparked in me, a huge moment of joy. I was out on my daily long walk. Well actually three walks today. I had to restock the kitchen so I made several trips out and back purchasing the various necessities. On my …
Today was a marvellous morning to catch the sunrise at Puerto Morelos beach. As I was walking to the beach this morning, I saw a coin on the sidewalk. I bent to pick it up and a young Mexican man said ‘Lucky’. I turned and said “Si Lucky!” for it was a 1 peso coin. …
Its a new year today. A common day to take stock, make plans, change old habits and look forward to new possibilities. This is my year. I have no big plans. I don’t know where I’m heading. I have a general idea of countries I’d like to visit, but really I’m flying by the seat …
I have an affinity for these particular vehicles. Old VW bugs, beetles & vocho’s if you will. My ex-husband and I’s first car was a bright red bug. We were young and carefree and this vehicle suited us perfectly at the time. We were living in Vancouver and it was easy to navigate the city …
My morning walk today has been delayed with yet more rain! This time however, it’s just a little thunder activity and should abate by noon. Last evening when I went out to pick up some dinner from the East Indian restaurant, I passed by a home with the cutest doggo out front! So as I’m …
This is something I really enjoy seeing here. Charismatic hand painted Mexican business signs. Sometimes these paintings will fill an entire wall, sometimes a small logo near the name of the enterprise. They are unique, striking and often times really, really well done. A piece of art for sure. So far on my walks in …
Its been four days of overcast skies and rain here in Puerto Morelos. I always start my day with a long walk each morning, and today was the first day that I have been able to do that since Christmas eve! Back home, life carries on in the rain, especially in an area where we …
There are two lighthouses of Puerto Morelos Mexico, the sleepy little seaside town about halfway between Cancun and Playa del Carmen. The oldest lighthouse, El Faro Inclinado, stands right at the waters edge and has become the iconic symbol of the town. When you search google for information on this wee fishing village, most of …
I wish everyone today, a Feliz Navidad and Happy Christmas. It is a rainy day in Puerto Morelos. The skies have been overcast and full of water for three days now with this Norte. I can hear the Mexican families in the homes around me, cooking their feasts for this special day. The smells in …
Last week I walked around one area of the colonias in Puerto Morelos with the purpose of looking at the Christmas lights on the casas. I wanted to see how they compared with our lights back in Canada. Well the extent of the decorations was utterly charming. Back in Canada, in the small town that …