Today I went on a deeper exploration of this beautiful little Mexican fishing village. I wanted to see what life was like on the other side of Highway 200. Delving into the lesser known neighbourhoods of La Penita – Isla del Verano, Miramar and El Campesino gave me a better insight into the flavour of …
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 …
If you are a researcher like me, sometimes it is nice to see what a place actually looks like before you arrive. That way you can be prepared and won’t be surprised if the landscape doesn’t look the way you imagined. Old Town Street scenes in Puerto Vallarta is what this post will show you. …
Puerto Vallarta has a staggering number of excellent restaurants. Just about any type of cuisine you fancy, you will be able to find here. And not only find, but the food will be really good! The city has definitely become a foodies paradise. Looking for the best Al Pastor tacos in town? I’ll give you …
I’m referring to Elizabeth Taylor and Richard Burton of course and their 1960’s love affair in Puerto Vallarta. In 1963 director John Huston arrived in Puerto Vallarta to film Night of the Iguana. Co-stars in the film were Liz and Richard. Both were married at the time but were having a clandestine love affair. The …
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 …
I’ve been practising the act of gratitude for a while now. It helps me keep things in perspective. Many times personal issues can seem overwhelming. They grow to an insurmountable size and feel crushing. Practising gratitude helps me remember how lucky I am. That no matter what is going on in my life, I truly …
There are many reasons why people flock to Mexico. Friendly people, sunshine, warmth and food are just a few attractions that bring millions of visitors here every year. One of the more prominent reasons for me is the love and uninhibited use of colour. From the colours of the houses, to the colours of the …
There is colour everywhere you look in Mexico. Plants always seem to be in bloom and produce stands are overflowing with their colourful bounty. Walking around every town that I have had the privilege to explore so far, are brightly painted murals. And here is no exception, the beautiful Puerto Morelos murals are everywhere! Mayan …