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My Guide to Tequila, Jalisco

My Guide to Tequila, Jalisco 2025

March 15, 2024

Tequila is arguably one of the most fun, vibrant spots in Mexico. Here’s my complete guide to visiting Tequila Jalisco, including where to stay and which distilleries to visit.

Did you know that tequila is actually named after the town where it originated? The town of Tequila is in fact one of the cutest pueblos mágicos or magical towns in Mexico, with pastel-colored colonial buildings and cobblestoned streets surrounded by agave fields. The beautiful agave landscapes and age-old distilleries of Tequila have even earned it UNESCO World Heritage Site status.  

On our recent trip to Guadalajara, we made a detour to Tequila and had a great time exploring the historical town, visiting the agave plantations and distilleries, and tasting all kinds of tequila. The town itself is an absolute delight, while the surrounding landscape is reminiscent of the wild landscapes depicted in movies about Mexico. In this guide, I’ll share with you how to get to Tequila, things to do in Tequila, and best places to stay, eat and drink.

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Table of Contents

  • My Guide to Tequila Jalisco
    • Where Is Tequila Jalisco?
    • How To Get To Tequila Jalisco
      • By Bus
      • By Car
      • By Day Tour
    • How To Get Around Tequila Jalisco
    • Best Time To Visit Tequila Jalisco
    • How Many Days in Tequila Jalisco?
    • Is It Safe To Travel To Tequila?
    • Things To Do In Tequila Jalisco
      • Hop On The Jose Cuervo Express Train
      • Join A Tequila Distillery Tour
        • Jose Cuervo Tequila Tour
        • Casa Suaza Tours
      • Wander around the PLaza Principal
      • Admire the Templo de la Concepcion
      • Visit the National Museum of Tequila
      • Eat at the Mercado Municipal
      • Visit Los Abuelos Museum
      • Try Cantaritos
      • Party at Cantarito El Guero
      • Stay In A Tequila Barrel
    • Where To Stay In Tequila Jalisco
      • Budget: Hotel Delicias Tequila
      • Mid-range: Hotel Villa Tequila
      • Luxury: Matices Hotel de Barricas
    • Where To Eat in Tequila Jalisco
      • Tacos El Chino
      • La Antigua Casona
      • La Posta Restaurant
    • Travel Insurance for Mexico
    • Is Tequila Jalisco Worth Visiting?

My Guide to Tequila Jalisco

Where Is Tequila Jalisco?

Located just one hour from the bustling metropolis of Guadalajara, Tequila offers a super fun getaway for travelers seeking a taste of Mexican culture and history. Renowned as the birthplace of tequila, the town draws tourists from all over the globe. 

Many flock to the town to learn about the production of tequila, indulge in local cuisine, and immerse in traditional music and dance. Whether you’re a tequila enthusiast or simply curious about the iconic beverage, a trip to the town promises a newfound appreciation for this Mexican spirit.

Welcome! I’m Nellie — a travel writer, book author, and worldschooling mum. Since moving to Mexico in 2021, I’ve been sharing my secret haunts, favorite towns, and the many things that make Mexico so special on this blog. Read about me here.

Tequila Jalisco - Welcome Sign


How To Get To Tequila Jalisco

By Bus

Guadalajara is the nearest big city to Tequila, and it’s just 1 hour away. The most convenient option is to get there is on the Tequila Plus bus. Purchase tickets are priced at 107 MXN (US$5.50) for a one-way trip. Buses depart every hour or so in both directions, and the journey typically takes around 1.5 hours. If you want to be picked up from your hotel, book a car transfer through Bookaway.

By Car

Alternatively, rent a car, like we did. It’s an easy and short drive. I always book our car rental through DiscoverCars.com as they’ve consistently given me the best rates and customer support. Search for car rentals in Guadalajara here.

By Day Tour

Another great option is to join a day tour from Guadalajara. The tours usually provides transport from your hotel, brings you around the town and includes visits to the Jose Cuervo distillery. This full-day excursion is one of the best tequila tours in Mexico, and has received excellent reviews. Book your tour here.

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Getting to Tequila Jalisco From Guadalajara


How To Get Around Tequila Jalisco

Getting around Tequila on foot is easy because the town is compact and pedestrian-friendly. You can easily explore the town’s attractions, from local shops brimming with artisanal treasures to inviting restaurants serving up traditional Mexican cuisine. 

But if you want to explore the surrounding agave fields and distilleries, then a car will definitely come in handy. We rented a car and it was useful to get from town to our hotel, and the nearby distilleries. It definitely helped us make use of our time in Tequila and see as much as we could. Search for car rentals.

Tequila Jalisco - Walking around Tequila Jalisco Mexico


Best Time To Visit Tequila Jalisco

The best time to visit Tequila is in February, March, and April. These months mean favorable weather conditions and fewer crowds, making it ideal to explore the charms of this enchanting town. I visited Tequila in February; I can attest to the great weather. From January to March, the weather is at its most inviting, with temperatures hovering around 34°C (93℉) in the day. 

It’s best to avoid visiting during Mexican holidays, as it can get really crowded. Summer is not the best time to visit Tequila as it can get really hot and humid in the day. Regardless of the season, Tequila is a great place to visit all year-round.

Tequila Jalisco - Stay In A Tequila Barrel


How Many Days in Tequila Jalisco?

Many opt for a quick day trip to Tequila as it’s just an hour from Guadalajara and it’s a small place you can see in a day.

But that would be a shame, as the town is worth more of your time. I spent three days in Tequila and I was really glad to have time to explore everything there is to do here.

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Is It Safe To Travel To Tequila?

The U.S. State Department recently updated its travel advisory for Jalisco. Highway 70, the scenic route from Puerto Vallarta to Guadalajara, has been removed from the travel restrictions list. This highway passes through three charming pueblo mágicos, each with significant cultural heritage to the state. 

Tequila is a touristy place, and visitors who don’t get involved in drugs will be fine. I didn’t feel unsafe in any way during my trip but you should stay informed about current conditions and heed any local advisories.

Tequila Jalisco - Safe To Travel To Tequila


Things To Do In Tequila Jalisco

Beyond tequila drinking, there are a few different things to do in the town of Tequila that are fun and interesting! 

Hop On The Jose Cuervo Express Train

The best way to get to Tequila is onboard the Jose Cuervo Express, an exclusive vintage-style train in Mexico. This unique journey will transport you from Guadalajara to Tequila, through agave fields, with a series of tequila tastings and a visit of the Jose Cuervo distillery in Tequila town. 

The interior of the train is adorned with exquisite wood-paneled walls and offers comfortable seating. Some carriages will have a bar conveniently located inside. As part of the experience, you’ll participate in a traditional toast featuring one of the country’s premium tequilas.

It’s not a cheap experience though – tickets for the Jose Cuervo Express start at 2,590 pesos ($127) and vary in price based on the chosen level of luxury for your train car. The train operates exclusively on Saturdays, typically every second week.

Tequila Jalisco - Jose Cuervo Express Train

Join A Tequila Distillery Tour

Jose Cuervo Tequila Tour

The main attraction of Tequila is undoubtedly its iconic tequila distilleries. I strongly recommend the Jose Cuervo Tequila Tour to La Rojena. La Rojena is the home of Jose Cuervo, the world’s most famous tequila. Book your tour here.

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It is the oldest distillery globally and the largest producer, supplying a third of the world’s tequila. The Jose Cuervo Tequila Tour goes for 440 MXN ($22.50). It offers visitors a chance to witness the intricate tequila-making process and sample exclusive tequilas rarely found elsewhere on the planet. 

Tequila Jalisco - Jose Cuervo Tequila Tour

Casa Suaza Tours

As the third oldest distillery globally and the second-largest tequila producer, Casa Suaza offers various tour options starting from 230 MXN ($12). Their most popular tour includes a visit to an agave plantation, a tour of the distillery, complimentary tastings, and a refreshing margarita amidst their picturesque gardens.

You can also explore other distilleries such as Don Julio and Tequila Fortaleza, each offering unique insights into the tequila-making tradition. The tours are usually led by English-speaking guides.

Tequila Jalisco - Casa Suaza Tours

Wander around the PLaza Principal

Tequila has a colorful historic center, where the cobblestone streets and colonial buildings effortlessly transport you back in time. The plaza principal, or main square, is a hive of activity especially in the evening when the temperature drops. This is also where you’ll find the “Tequila” sign. Snap a photo here if you like cheesy shots!

Tequila Jalisco - the PLaza Principal

Admire the Templo de la Concepcion

The Church of the Immaculate Conception, built in 1649, is a majestic building made of stone blocks in colonial architectural style located opposite the main square of Tequila.

It has a single tower with a double-arched bell tower and on the façade the entrance arch is flanked by Doric columns and has a niche with an image of San Miguel Arcángel. The interior of the church is of a single nave, standing out for its vaults, stained glass windows and for its main altarpiece of neoclassical style.

Tequila Jalisco - Admire the Templo de la Concepcion

Visit the National Museum of Tequila

This museum offers an intriguing walk through the origin of the tequila drink from the pre-Hispanic times until modernity.

In the central courtyard, you can see one of the old mills that were used to crush the huge agave pineapples and obtain the original must. The museum also shows the old farming implements and tools that were used in the cultivation and care of agave plantations.

Tequila Jalisco - National Museum of Tequila

Eat at the Mercado Municipal

Located in the heart of the historic center is the municipal market, where the locals eat. It is the best spot to try authentic Mexican foods here, specifically antojitos (street foods) like birria (a soupy goat stew).

pobDoña Mary’s food stand is one of the most popular spots here, offering home-cooked foods with a village flavor. Her quesabirria was one of the best I’ve ever tried, and so were the tacos de carne asada.

Tequila Jalisco - Eat at the Mercado Municipal

Visit Los Abuelos Museum

In the beautiful Los Abuelos Museum, you’ll get to learn the origin and history of the Sauza family, also known as the “aristocracy of tequila”. Don Cenobio Sauza founded La Perseverancia distillery in 1873, and began to produce the first tequilas in Mexico.

Since then, more than 5 generations of Sauzas have continued the family tradition of making the best tequilas. In this museum, you can admire the tools used 150 years ago in the production of tequila, as well as the furniture in use during the time.

Tequila Jalisco - Los Abuelos Museum

Try Cantaritos

Immerse yourself in the vibrant culture of the town by sipping cantaritos, a tequila-based cocktail, with grapefruit and lime juice, served in a clay cup known that helps keep the drink cold. As you stroll through the charming streets, you’ll meet numerous vendors selling cantaritos of various sizes and styles.

Once you’ve finished your drink, simply take your cantarito to any of the other stands scattered around town for a refill, usually costing around 60 pesos ($3.52). 

Tequila Jalisco - Cantarito As A Souvenir

Party at Cantarito El Guero

Just 15 minutes outside of Tequila, lies Cantaritos El Guero, a local hotspot bursting with energy. Here, you can share massive cantaritos with friends, alongside mouth-watering cuisine and live music that sets the mood for a memorable evening.

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Tequila Jalisco - cantaritos to buy

Stay In A Tequila Barrel

There are so many things to do in Tequila it’s worth staying the night in Tequila – you’ll find one of the most unique places to stay in Mexico right here in town. We stayed at the Matices Hotel de Barricas, where rooms are housed in giant tequila barrels, surrounded by agave fields. You get the sensation you’re in the middle of tequila backcountry, even though you’re just minutes from town. Check rates.

Every hotel guest is welcomed to a free guided tour and tequila tasting at their distillery. There are English and Spanish tours that run twice a day and the guides are fun and engaging. There’s also a gorgeous cave restaurant with giant Cathedral ceilings and a bottleshop selling all kinds of tequila. 

You’re also free to wander around the agave field and snap photos with artistic sculptures. I highly recommend a stay here, even if it is just for one night.

Tequila Jalisco - Best Time To Visit Tequila Jalisco Mexico


Where To Stay In Tequila Jalisco

Budget: Hotel Delicias Tequila

Just a 10-minute stroll from the main plaza, Hotel Delicias Tequila offers excellent value for money ($56 per night for a double bed) for budget travelers.  Check rates.

Mid-range: Hotel Villa Tequila

Also with a central location, Hotel Villa Tequila offers a serene escape in the heart of the town. Set amidst lush greenery, the hotel boasts a refreshing pool nestled within a picturesque garden, inviting you to unwind and soak up the tranquil ambiance. Check rates.

Luxury: Matices Hotel de Barricas

Athe unique Matices Hotel de Barricas, you’ll be sleeping in giant tequila barrels, surrounded by agave fields. You get the sensation you’re in the middle of tequila backcountry, even though you’re just minutes from town. It truly makes for a unique experience. Check rates.

Tequila Jalisco - staying in Tequila Barrel hotel


Where To Eat in Tequila Jalisco

Tacos El Chino

Trust me when I say that eating al pastor tacos should be high on everyone’s agenda when exploring any part of Mexico. Each bite is a delightful adventure for your taste buds as the flavors of the meat and accompanying toppings vary from town to town. Read reviews.

La Antigua Casona

Located within the charming Hotel Solar de las Animas, the restaurant offers a tantalizing taste of the rich flavors of this quaint Mexican town.  Read reviews.

La Posta Restaurant

At La Posta Restaurant, you are transported into a world where every aspect embodies the essence of authentic Mexican ranch food. Read reviews.

Tequila Jalisco - Restaurants in Tequila Jalisco Mexico


Travel Insurance for Mexico

I always recommend travelers to buy travel insurance, whether you’re traveling Mexico for a year or a week. It will cover you in the event of emergencies or mishaps like theft and loss of luggage.

Safety Wing is the most popular travel insurance company for worldwide travel. I use their Nomad Insurance plan, which covers COVID-19 as any other illness as long as it was not contracted before your coverage start date.

Tequila Jalisco - Tequila Barrel hotel


Is Tequila Jalisco Worth Visiting?

Tequila is plenty of fun, whether you’re a tequila fan or not. From the captivating distillery tours to the charming streets filled with music and laughter, Tequila offers a great escape from the metropolis of Guadalajara and gives a peek into small towns of Mexico.

For those who are planning to travel more of Mexico, check out other articles I’ve written on Mexico:

  • Visit Creel Chihuahua
  • Pueblos Mágicos: Best Magic Towns in Mexico
  • 30 Things to Do in Guadalajara
  • My Guide to Orizaba, Veracruz
  • 5-Day Mexico City Itinerary
  • Where to Stay in Mexico City
  • Copper Canyon 10-Day Itinerary
  • El Chepe Train: My Complete Guide
  • 25 Unique Places to Stay in Mexico

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Calpe/Javea

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@Lulubeachclub — stylish joint with gourmet food and man-made ‘beach’

@Calaclemence1 — hip, lively spot perched over Cala Portitxol

Valencia

Mercat Central — Touristy but excellent jamon, fruit and oysters 

El Paeller — Amazing paellana valenciana (with rabbit and chicken)

Osteria Pedrin — The freshest oysters Ive ever had!

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4. Both Alberto and I work full-time remotely. But that also means we need to be always connected, which can be challenging when we travel to remote places. 🛜

5. We hardly get real vacations (only at Christmas or when we’re in places with no wifi). We work even when we’re traveling. Sometimes it can be stressful and tiring. 👩‍💻

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8. We’re not super wealthy and don’t have any trust funds — we work hard, we don’t spend money excessively, and we manage our finances well. 💰

9. Kaleya was born in Spain, then we lived in the Netherlands when she was 2-6 years old, and Mexico from 7-10 years old. When people ask her where she’s from, she always proudly says Spain! 🇪🇸 

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Day 1 (Ciutat Vella or Old Town)

⛲️Start at the Mercat Central 
⛪️ Visit the Cathedral 
🕍 See the Lonja de Seda (Silk Exchange)
🦪 Have fresh oysters at Osteria Pedrin 
🥘 Try Paella Valenciana at El Paeller
🏰 Climb up the Torre Serrano
🥛 Drink horchata at Orxateria Santa Catalina

Day 2 (Ciutat de les Arts i les Ciències)

🚲 Rent a bike (Flexibiles has kids bikes for 15euros/day) 
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🛝 Stop at Parque Gulliver, a giant playground for both kids and adults 
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⚗️ See an IMAX show at the planetarium l’Hemisferic
🪼 Explore the Oceanografic, the biggest aquarium in Europe

Day 3 (The beach)

🚢 Head to the Valencia Marina
🌊 Stroll along the beachfront or enjoy a day on the beach (Malvarrosa is the most popular)
🦞 Enjoy seafood at La Mar or Casa Carmela
🚶🏻‍♀️‍➡️Explore the neighborhood of el Cabanyal
🍺 Have a drink at Fabrica de Hielo
🌳 Dinner in the hip Russafa area

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We love how glorious and quiet the beaches and historic towns here are at this time of the year! These spots are just 1-1.5 hours from Valencia and Alicante, easily accessible by car or bus. 🏝️

📍 Altea — Voted the most beautiful old town in Spain, topped by a stunning cathedral 

📍Calpe — A laidback beach town dominated by the iconic monolith, Peñon de Ifach

📍 Javea — Quaint village surrounded by stunning coves, sea cliffs and beachfront restaurants 

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  • 20 years on, we’re still traveling hand-in-hand… now with our kid in tow! Life would probably look very different if I hadn’t gone on exchange, met my husband, and got hooked to travel. 🌏

Funny how a small decision can make a huge difference in life. So glad I chose this path — I wouldn’t have it any other way! 

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  • We’re staying at an Airbnb in Calpe, Spain, that’s an actual architectural masterpiece. I’m pretty convinced this was the inspiration behind The Squid Game 🦑. 

Even though it looks like a fortress or a labyrinth, La Muralla Roja (The Red Wall in English) is an apartment complex designed by Ricardo Bofill (@BofillArquitectura) in 1968 and built in 1973. It houses 50 homes that are interconnected by bridges and patios.

[Pssst… Comment SQUID and I’ll send you a link to this Airbnb!]

The exterior’s various shades of red contrast with the landscape while the patios and stairs are painted light blue, indigo and violet to blend with the sky and the sea.

My kid especially loved the complex structure of the buildings. We spent hours getting lost in the labyrinth and exploring every nook and cranny.

Would you stay here?

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We recently stayed at a beautiful Airbnb in Valencia, Spain 🇪🇸 and we all enjoyed having it as our temporary home. With high ceilings and an open concept, the loft is a rare find in a big city like Valencia. It has 3 queen beds, large cushy sofas, a big dining area and even a work desk - perfect for digital nomads like us. 💻 It’s located next to the hip Russafa district and the lush Parque Central, steps from tapas bars and supermarkets. We spent €150/night for this place, which we found pretty reasonable. Comment AIRBNB and I’ll dm you a link to the apartment. P.S. We paid for the stay ourselves, just wanted to share this rare find with y’all! 👋🏻 Hi! I’m Nellie, a travel writer and I share all I’ve learned about digital nomad family travel here. So glad you’re here! 🌏 Spain with kids | Valencia travel | Digital nomad family | traveling with kids | worldschooling | family travels | family adventures | digital nomad family travel #spainwithkids #uniquestays #valenciahotels #uniqueairbnb #familytravel #travelwithkids #adventurefamily  #digitalnomads #digitalnomadfamily
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I might be biased as my husband is from Spain and I lived in Spain for 7+ years… but I think Spain has the best food in the world! 🇪🇸 🍷🥘🍤🫒 Our recent trip back to Spain felt like a culinary journey, where we had all of our favorite dishes (mine’s seafood!) and probably ate more than we should. We had paella in Valencia where it was meant to be eaten, fresh mussels right on the beach, perfectly grilled octopus just off the grill, tangy snails in Madrid, and way too many tapas to count. We ate our way through Madrid, Calpe and Valencia and returned back to Mexico with our stomachs and hearts full. 📌Save this list for your next trip to Spain! Madrid Arroceria d’stapa — the best arroz con bogavante (lobster rice) I’ve ever had! @Txapelamadrid — amazing pintxos and traditional txakoli from northern Spain @Loscaracolesdeamadeo — excellent snails and old-school vibes @Cavabaja17 — yummy tapas in lively La Latina Calpe/Javea @Safra.calpe — amazing seafood on the beachfront of Playa de Fossa @costamarifach — great prices, comfort food at the base of the Calpe peñon @Calabandida — set right on the marina, their black-ink fideua was to die for! @Lulubeachclub — stylish joint with gourmet food and man-made ‘beach’ @Calaclemence1 — hip, lively spot perched over Cala Portitxol Valencia Mercat Central — Touristy but excellent jamon, fruit and oysters El Paeller — Amazing paellana valenciana (with rabbit and chicken) Osteria Pedrin — The freshest oysters Ive ever had! 👋🏻 Hi! I’m Nellie, a travel writer and I share all I’ve learned about digital nomad family travel here. So glad you’re here! 🌏 Spain with kids | Spain food | Where to eat in Madrid | Digital nomad family | traveling with kids | worldschooling | family travels | family adventures | digital nomad family travel #spainwithkids #spanishfood #wheretoeatmadrid #madridfood #wheretoeatvalencia #valenciarestaurants #familytravel #travelwithkids
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A few summers ago, Alberto and I spent 2 blissful weeks in Greece, just the two of us. And it was truly magical! ☀️🔱🏛🧿🌊🧜🏻‍♀️🇬🇷 Sailing the Ionian Sea with @yachtgetaways, we spent our days snorkeling, paddle boarding and exploring gorgeous Greek towns. For the first time in years, we actually had time to nap, read and simply do nothing. 🤿🛥️🌊🌴 By the end of the trip, we felt refreshed and truly rested. It was the break that we never knew we needed! What are your plans for this summer??? Travel, hit the beach, or simply do nothing? #greecetravel #sailinggreece #summeringreece #digitalnomads
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Facts that don’t match our IG feed: 1. We are not full-time travelers; we consider ourselves semi-nomadic, traveling often from our home base in Mexico. 🇲🇽 2. As much as we love travel, we also enjoy having a home base and community. Living somewhere really allows us to immerse deeply and learn about a country’s culture. 3. Like other families, we have boring days at home when we do laundry, clean the house, and take care of household chores. It’s not all beach days, mountain hikes and road trips! ⛰️ 4. Both Alberto and I work full-time remotely. But that also means we need to be always connected, which can be challenging when we travel to remote places. 🛜 5. We hardly get real vacations (only at Christmas or when we’re in places with no wifi). We work even when we’re traveling. Sometimes it can be stressful and tiring. 👩‍💻 6. Despite being a travel writer and blogger, most of our travels are self-funded. We get hosted in certain hotels but we mostly pay our own way these days. 🌎 7. We don’t homeschool our kid; we make the most of school holidays and take Kaleya out of school often to travel. 🧳 8. We’re not super wealthy and don’t have any trust funds — we work hard, we don’t spend money excessively, and we manage our finances well. 💰 9. Kaleya was born in Spain, then we lived in the Netherlands when she was 2-6 years old, and Mexico from 7-10 years old. When people ask her where she’s from, she always proudly says Spain! 🇪🇸 10. Now that Kaleya is 10yo, it’s easy to travel with her! She packs her own bag, reads on her Kindle during downtime and walks everywhere with us. But there are still days when she complains, refuses to walk, and wants to do nothing. 🤪 Just trying to keep it real! Who else can relate to these? 👋🏻 Hi! I’m Nellie, a travel writer and I share all I’ve learned about digital nomad family travel here. So glad you’re here! 🌏 Digital nomad family | traveling with kids | worldschooling | family travels | family adventures | digital nomad family travel #familytravel #travelwithkids #adventurefamily #worldschooling  #digitalnomads
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My parents taught me to dream big ✨— that anything is possible as long as you work hard for it. That big dreams aren’t just for other people — they’re for anyone who’s willing to go after them. ⁣ That stuck with me. And now, I want my kid to grow up seeing that too. I want her to know the world is huge and full of opportunity. That she’s capable of chasing whatever lights her up inside. So we travel. We say yes to adventure. Because the best way to teach her to dream big… is to chase my own dreams. 👋🏻 Hi! I’m Nellie, a travel writer and I share all I’ve learned about digital nomad family travel here. So glad you’re here! 🌏 Digital nomad family | traveling with kids | worldschooling | family travels | family adventures | digital nomad family travel #familytravel #travelwithkids #adventurefamily #worldschooling  #digitalnomads #digitalnomadfamily
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We’ve just spent a few days in Valencia 🇪🇸 visiting our friends and sussing out the city to see if we can perhaps live here in future. And as it turns out, we love it more than we expected to! Valencia is the third biggest city in Spain, but the green spaces, bike lanes, and city beaches make it feel livable and friendly. It’s vibrant, international and energetic, just what we’re looking for. For those of you planning a visit with kids, here’s our Valencia itinerary: Day 1 (Ciutat Vella or Old Town) ⛲️Start at the Mercat Central ⛪️ Visit the Cathedral 🕍 See the Lonja de Seda (Silk Exchange) 🦪 Have fresh oysters at Osteria Pedrin 🥘 Try Paella Valenciana at El Paeller 🏰 Climb up the Torre Serrano 🥛 Drink horchata at Orxateria Santa Catalina Day 2 (Ciutat de les Arts i les Ciències) 🚲 Rent a bike (Flexibiles has kids bikes for 15euros/day) 🪴 Cycle through Turia Park, one of the biggest in Europe 🛝 Stop at Parque Gulliver, a giant playground for both kids and adults 🛸 See the futuristic Ciudad de Artes y Ciencias, which consists of a few buildings 🏛️ Visit the Museo de Ciencias (science museum) ⚗️ See an IMAX show at the planetarium l’Hemisferic 🪼 Explore the Oceanografic, the biggest aquarium in Europe Day 3 (The beach) 🚢 Head to the Valencia Marina 🌊 Stroll along the beachfront or enjoy a day on the beach (Malvarrosa is the most popular) 🦞 Enjoy seafood at La Mar or Casa Carmela 🚶🏻‍♀️‍➡️Explore the neighborhood of el Cabanyal 🍺 Have a drink at Fabrica de Hielo 🌳 Dinner in the hip Russafa area 👋🏻 Hi! I’m Nellie, a travel writer and I share all I’ve learned about digital nomad family travel here. So glad you’re here! 🌏 Spain with kids | Digital nomad family | traveling with kids | worldschooling | family travels | family adventures | digital nomad family travel | Valencia with kids #spainwithkids #valenciaspain #valenciawithkids #valenciaitinerary #familytravel #travelwithkids #adventurefamily #worldschooling  #slowtravel #nomadiclife #digitalnomads #digitalnomadfamily
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Everyone talks about South of Spain but have you heard of these beautiful beach towns in Costa Blanca on the eastern coast? I lived in Spain for 7+ years (my husband is from here) and we’ve been to many beach destinations all over the South of Spain but they can get really busy. 🌊 We love how glorious and quiet the beaches and historic towns here are at this time of the year! These spots are just 1-1.5 hours from Valencia and Alicante, easily accessible by car or bus. 🏝️ 📍 Altea — Voted the most beautiful old town in Spain, topped by a stunning cathedral 📍Calpe — A laidback beach town dominated by the iconic monolith, Peñon de Ifach 📍 Javea — Quaint village surrounded by stunning coves, sea cliffs and beachfront restaurants 👋🏻 Hi! I’m Nellie, a travel writer and I share all I’ve learned about digital nomad family travel here. So glad you’re here! 🌏 Spain with kids | Spain beaches | Soain travel | Digital nomad family | traveling with kids | worldschooling | family travels #spaintravel #spainbeaches #spain_vacations #costablanca #calpespain #javea #altea #spainwithkids #murallaroja #familytravel #travelwithkids #adventurefamily #worldschooling  #slowtravel #nomadiclife #digitalnomads #digitalnomadfamily #digitalnomads
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20 years on, we’re still traveling hand-in-hand… now with our kid in tow! Life would probably look very different if I hadn’t gone on exchange, met my husband, and got hooked to travel. 🌏 Funny how a small decision can make a huge difference in life. So glad I chose this path — I wouldn’t have it any other way! 👋🏻 Hi! I’m Nellie, a travel writer and I share all I’ve learned about digital nomad family travel here. So glad you’re here! 🌏 Digital nomad family | traveling with kids | worldschooling | family travels | family adventures | digital nomad family travel #familytravel #travelwithkids #adventurefamily #worldschooling  #slowtravel #nomadiclife #digitalnomads
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We’re staying at an Airbnb in Calpe, Spain, that’s an actual architectural masterpiece. I’m pretty convinced this was the inspiration behind The Squid Game 🦑. Even though it looks like a fortress or a labyrinth, La Muralla Roja (The Red Wall in English) is an apartment complex designed by Ricardo Bofill (@BofillArquitectura) in 1968 and built in 1973. It houses 50 homes that are interconnected by bridges and patios. [Pssst… Comment SQUID and I’ll send you a link to this Airbnb!] The exterior’s various shades of red contrast with the landscape while the patios and stairs are painted light blue, indigo and violet to blend with the sky and the sea. My kid especially loved the complex structure of the buildings. We spent hours getting lost in the labyrinth and exploring every nook and cranny. Would you stay here? 👋🏻 Hi! I’m Nellie, a travel writer and I share all I’ve learned about digital nomad family travel here. So glad you’re here! 🌏 Spain with kids | Digital nomad family | traveling with kids | worldschooling | family travels | family adventures | digital nomad family travel #spainwithkids #uniquestays #murallaroja #calpespain #uniqueairbnb #uniquehotels #familytravel #travelwithkids #adventurefamily #worldschooling  #slowtravel #nomadiclife #digital nomads #digitalnomadfamily #digitalnomads
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