Mexico

Holbox (pronounced Hol-bosh) is a small island in the Yucatan region of Mexico. The best way to get here is to fly into Cancun and drive to Chiquila, which takes about 2 hours driving. From Chiquila you take a quick 20-minute ferry and then arrive to this adorable little laid back piece of paradise. After arriving, I hopped on my golf cart taxi (main…
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  When I arrived to CasaSandra by golf cart in Holbox, Mexico, my first thought was ahhhhh. The beautiful white stucco building with a thatched roof, surrounded by hammocks and white sand. Then, you turn around and you see the beautiful blue ocean just steps away from the hotel. This is paradise I thought. Inside the main reception/dining area is so warm and inviting…
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Tulum is one of those magical beach destinations that I could go back to again and again and never get tired. In fact, it seems the more I go, the more this place inspires me. A bohemian wonderland along Tulum beach, which is lined with extremely well curated boutique hotels and sexy jungle cafes and restaurants. The vibe is totally laid back, and it…
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Tulum is a gypset, bohemian paradise. All of the hotels and restaurants along Tulum beach carry this vibe, and it’s so beautiful and free feeling. There’s one place in particular that does this so well, and every little nook and cranny are designed in a way to make you feel as though you were transported to some bohemian fantasy land – literally. All of…
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Tulum is well known for its hotel scene, mainly compromised of small, privately owned boutique beach hotels. Big name resorts and chains won’t be found here, which is part of the charm and allure of Tulum and provides such a unique experience. During my most recent trip I stayed at NEST Tulum, an 11-bedroom beachfront bungalow that opened in 2015 and is mainly referral…
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