Nellie is a book author, travel blogger, serial expat and fun mum. Having traveled to over 140 countries and lived in 5 of them, she is now a long-term expat in Playa del Carmen, Mexico. She started the Mexico travel blog to share her love for her adopted home. Read more about her and get real-time updates from her on Facebook and Instagram.
Colorful and vibrant, Guanajuato is one of my favorite states in Mexico. Here is my detailed 10-day Guanajuato itinerary packed with a mix of city… Read More »Guanajuato Itinerary: An Epic 10-Day Road Trip
Heading to the cultural capital of Chiapas? Here’s my curated list of things to do in San Cristobal de las Casas and a comprehensive travel… Read More »30 Cool Things to Do in San Cristobal de las Casas in 2022
On the hunt for some Chiapas coffee and food? Here’s my curated list of the best restaurants in San Cristobal de las Casas! Located in… Read More »25 Best Restaurants in San Cristobal de las Casas
Wondering where to stay in Cancun, Mexico? I’ve put together a detailed guide highlighting the best areas to stay in Cancun, and the best hotels… Read More »Where to Stay in Cancun Mexico (Best Hotels 2022)
What’s the best way to get from Cancun to Playa del Carmen? As a local expat, I will share the various forms of Cancun to… Read More »How to Get From Cancun to Playa Del Carmen, Mexico 2022
Planning a trip to the most vibrant and colorful city in Mexico? Here’s my complete guide and detailed list of things to do in Guanajuato.… Read More »30 Cool Things to Do in Guanajuato, Mexico in 2022
Where to stay in Holbox for a taste of island life? Here are my recommendations on thebest hotels in Holbox for different types of travelers.… Read More »Where to Stay in Holbox: Best Hotels in Holbox for Every Budget
Planning to visit Isla Holbox but don’t know how to reach there? I just got back from Holbox, and here’s my guide on how to… Read More »How to Get to Isla Holbox, Mexico 2022
In the Yucatan Peninsula, I’ve found the closest thing to paradise: Isla Holbox. Check out my travel guide to Isla Holbox Mexico. It might come… Read More »Isla Holbox Mexico Guide: Things to Do in Holbox 2022
As an expat living in Mexico, I’ve explored more than 20 cenotes. Cenote Azul in Playa del Carmen is the one that we keep returning… Read More »Cenote Azul: My 2022 Guide
As an expat living in Playa del Carmen, I’ve explored at least 20 cenotes and can safely say Cenote Jardin del Eden is my favorite… Read More »Cenote Jardin del Eden (Ponderosa): My 2022 Guide
Interested in visiting la Gruta spa? Here’s my guide to help you plan a trip to the hot springs in San Miguel de Allende. With… Read More »Visiting La Gruta Spa: Hot Springs San Miguel de Allende
Visiting Mexico’s very first pueblo magico? Here’s our complete guide and detailed list of things to do in San Miguel de Allende. Pastel colored colonial… Read More »30 Best Things to Do in San Miguel de Allende
Dreaming of hot steamy springs and white travertine pools? Here’s my super detailed guide to visiting Grutas Tolantongo hot springs in Central Mexico. With hot… Read More »Grutas Tolantongo Hot Springs: My 2022 Guide
Heading to Bacalar, Mexico soon? Here’s my super detailed Bacalar Lagoon travel guide that includes the best places to stay and best spots to swim… Read More »Bacalar Mexico: My 2022 Guide to Bacalar Lagoon
Wondering where to stay in Mexico City? I’ve put together a detailed guide to show you the best places to stay in Mexico City for… Read More »Where to Stay in Mexico City in 2022
For an epic Yucatan road trip, here is a detailed 10-day Yucatan itinerary packed with outdoor adventures and cultural immersions. Mexico’s Yucatan Peninsula is a… Read More »Yucatan Road Trip: My 10-Day Yucatan Itinerary [2022]
We all know Mexico is home to Mayan pyramids and spectacular beaches – but what else do you know about this massive country? Since moving… Read More »30 Mexico Fun Facts that will surprise You
Moving to Mexico has been one of the best decisions we’ve made. There are just so many things to do in the Yucatan Peninsula, we’ll… Read More »36 Cool Things To Do in Yucatan Peninsula, Mexico
One of the things I was most excited about moving to Mexico was the chance to celebrate Dia de los Muertos, Day of the Dead.… Read More »Day of the Dead in Mexico City: 2022 Guide