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How To Make Money and Travel The World As a Divemaster

This is a guest post from the adventurous Sarah over at Coffee With a Slice of Life. We’re stoked that she wanted to share with us what it’s like being a Divemaster and living in paradise. This is definitely one of the best travel jobs we can think of. Check out this article and hopefully ...
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Essential Tips and Information: Border Crossing from Mexico to Guatemala

Travelling from Mexico to Guatemala? There are two popular routes that most travellers take from Mexico to Guatemala: 1. From San Cristobal de las Casas in Chiapas State: cross at the Mexican town of Ciudad Cuauhtémoc (La Mesilla in Guatemala), reached via Route 190. 2. From Oaxaca State: many people choose to take the coastal ...
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30 Photos That Will Spark Your Wanderlust for Mexico

Mexico is colourful and diverse with much to offer travellers, retirees and expats. From the Caribbean Sea to the Pacific Coast, the mountainous highlands to the vast deserts, there’s something for everyone in this incredible country. The history is rich, the cuisine is flavourful, the people are friendly and the culture and traditions are still very ...
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Surviving Food Poisoning: Goodbye Mexico, Hello Guatemala!

It’s 4:00 a.m. and Nick has been violently hurling into the toilet since midnight. Our minibus to take us on the 10 hour journey from one of our favourite cities in Mexico (San Cristobal) to Guatemala is due to arrive in three hours. But before we get to the travel day, let me rewind a ...
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7 Dreadful Rooms We Should Have Never Slept In!

As a backpacker, it’s inevitable that you’ll end up sleeping in some pretty dodgy places during your travels. Whether it’s due to budget constraints, or simply the fact that there aren’t many options for sleeping in the incredible, off-the-beaten-path destination that you’ve found yourself in. During our 5 years on the road, we’ve slept in some pretty ...
Mexico Travel - Things To Do in Mexico Activities

Diving Isla Mujeres, Mexico With Squalo Adventures

Meeting up with my good friend Bernie always means two things… lots of beer and lots of diving! Isla Mujeres was no different and I was excited to get back under the water. I partnered up with Squalo Adventures who took me out on 6 amazing dives. The water was crystal clear and I don’t ...