Where to Stay in Mexico City During Your Visit (Updated 2022)

The skyline of Mexico City, Mexico and its towering skyscrapers and lush greenery
Posted: 11/28/2022 | November 28th, 2022

Mexico City used to be off the radar for many travelers because it was perceived as being dangerous. But things have changed in CDMX (short for Ciudad de México) and today it’s one of the most popular places to visit in the country.

I loved my time in Mexico City. It’s an incredible foodie destination, has a fun nightlife, lots of history, green space, and boasts lots of galleries and museums to explore. (The art and literature scene here is one of the best in the world.)

It’s also a huge, sprawling metropolis, so choosing the right neighborhood to stay in — one that aligns with your interests and travel style — is important. Traffic can be slow, so you don’t want to waste your visit stuck in transit — or risk your safety by staying in the wrong neighborhood.

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Should Travel Be Inexpensive?

Matt standing on top of a mountain with a lush archipelago behind him in Maine, USA
Posted: 12/19/22 | December 19th, 2022

The term “budget travel” has long been synonymous with “cheap travel.” Finding deals, getting off the beaten path, eating at “non-touristy” (i.e. inexpensive) restaurants, and staying in hostels. The budget traveler is on a quest for a “local” experience at a low cost.

During the 2010s, the rise of sharing economy websites like Airbnb, increased competition in the travel industry, and the growing number of budget airlines offering long-haul flights made traveling on less a lot easier to do.

And travelers took advantage: global tourism rose from 946 million annual travelers to 1.4 billion over the past decade.

However, this spiraling growth created a lot of backlash among residents, as many destinations weren’t equipped to handle so many visitors driving around, clogging streets, and raising the cost of living. Plus, locals didn’t like feeling like they lived in a zoo, constantly being

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The 15 Best Books I Read in 2022

Curved shelves lined with books in a bookshop
Posted: 12/20/2022 | December 20th, 2022

For the last five years, I’ve concluded the year with a list of my favorite reads. As a writer, reading comes with the territory. Writers just tend to read a lot. Then again, I’ve always been into reading ever since I was a little kid. I devour books. In a good year, I’ll read close to 80.

This year was not one of those years. I only read about 50 books.

As I compiled this list, I couldn’t help but notice that I gravitated a lot more to history, literature, and self-improvement than I had in the past. Though this is a travel website and I like to read a lot of travel books, I’ve found that so many fall into the same narrative arc that I just needed a break from another book on someone quitting their job to travel.

Instead, I’ve

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8 Best Things To Do in The Gambia, West Africa

Are you planning to visit the Gambia soon? Read more below about the things to do in The Gambia so you can now prepare for your trip!

8 Best Things To Do in The Gambia, West Africa

The Gambia is a country in West Africa. It is popularly known for its beaches on the Atlantic coastline. It is also the smallest country in mainland Africa that’s why traveling around the country is very easy. However, planning is still necessary when going here.

For this reason, we made this article for you so you can prepare just in time before your trip to this country.

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Here are the things to do in The Gambia that we recommend:

1. Bijilo Forest Park

8 Best Things To Do in The Gambia, West Africa
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A very beautiful, mostly easy hike with the opportunity for nature and bird watching – especially if you leave the first two circular routes behind and continue. In the

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Common Types of Weapons Used for Hunting and Survival

Throughout human history, the act of hunting and survival has been an essential aspect of human existence. From ancient times to the present day, individuals have relied on various types of weapons to procure food and protect themselves from potential threats in the wilderness. While modern technologies have introduced sophisticated hunting and survival tools, some traditional weapons have stood the test of time. Here, we will discuss some common types of weapons used for hunting and survival.

1. Bow and Arrow:

The bow and arrow have been a vital hunting tool for thousands of years. Its simplicity and effectiveness make it a preferred choice for many hunters and survivalists. The bow is a flexible piece of wood or other materials, and the arrow is a projectile designed to be launched from the bow’s string. This weapon allows hunters to engage targets from a distance, increasing their chances of a successful … Read more