Yesterday I wrote a post about the souvenirs available at the Tainguis at La Penita. Today I am writing a follow up post about the local products available at the market at La Penita – Part Dos. There will be a third part to this series, and it will cover the incredible variety of food …
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 have been so fortunate to see the best sunsets of my life here. I don’t know what it is about this specific location, but wow, Puerto Vallarta is the Place for Sunsets! Most recently, I went down to the Malecon and onto the Rosita Beach and Playa Malecon. Both of these beaches run the …
Looking for a free but fun and lively place to get a snack or two in the evening? A stroll down the boardwalk, while the sun is setting is perfect. At night this stretch near the sea has some of the best snacks on the Malecon in Puerto Vallarta. The Malecon is a 1.5 kilometre …
When I travel to a new destination, I like to make a point of visiting a cemetery. It is fascinating to me to see the cultural differences surrounding the ending of life, between what I am used to and where I am visiting. Visiting a local cemetery in Puerto Vallarta is quite easy, for there …
There are so many gorgeous murals in Mexico. It really is an art form that has been accepted here and promoted. I never tire of looking at and photographing all of the incredible street art, everywhere I travel. In this post I will show you the best Mayan murals in Puerto Vallarta. I will stipulate …
Many places that take top priority on my travel bucket list, have beaches. A long walk on the beach with my toes in the sand, and treasure hunting along the high tide line is a perfect start to my day. Here the two prime beaches in Puerto Vallarta Romantic Zone are Olas Atlas Beach and …
Those who have had the opportunity to visit Puerto Vallarta will most likely be familiar with the most iconic church in PV – Our Lady of Guadalupe. Every time I visit this beautiful sun kissed city, I walk by the church on my first full day. For me, this church is the quintessential symbol of …
The second leg of my journey was from Mexico City to Puerto Vallarta. I flew Aeromexico once again and I can’t say enough about their great service. I’ll have to dedicate a post to Aeromexico, I was just that impressed. The haze was considerably heavier when I left the city but made for a dramatic …
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 …
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 …
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 …
One of my favourite things to do when I travel, rather than shopping at the large supermarkets, is to find a little tienda. There is something special about purchasing from a mom & pop store and supporting a local family. There are many little tiendas in Puerto Morelos and today I was on the hunt …
Each day for me begins with a long walk. I head out early in the morning when the air is pleasantly fresh and the atmosphere is soft and dreamy. I like to imagine most people tucked away in their beds, while myself and a few other like minded souls have the world to ourselves. Today’s …