There’s a new Tijuana in Mexico, and it’s called Algodones. Now that Tijuana has been deemed unsafe for travelers, we have searched out a new border town for those of you who are in need of a quick Mexico fix.
Archives for February 2011
Personal Favorite: Hostal Naylamp in Huanchaco, Peru
Right down the road from Chicama, the longest left in the world, is a small vacation town called Huanchaco. This town is truly a Peruvian hidden paradise, great for backpackers, surfers and upscale tourists alike. Still, this small coastal town has…
Ali’s Surf Camp Review – Dominican Republic
One of the best parts about our trip to the Dominican Republic in December was our stay at Ali’s Surf Camp in Cabarete. Not only because the staff is kind and friendly to everyone, but because there is something about surf camp that brings out the best in people.
Our Brush with Death in the Land of Dr. Seuss Trees
It was a blazing 110 degrees in the Mojave Desert on this particular day in early June. Dripping with sweat, we decided to leave the cool shade of our campsite to hike in the surrounding mountains made of jumbo rocks.
In the Land of the Pharaos – Egypt
Once things settle down, my hope is that tourism will continue to flourish in Egypt.
Photo Essay: Catalina Island – California
Considering we have both lived in Southern California for a few years now, I felt it was time to make the trip out to Catalina Island. We gathered up a few friends, rented a campsite at Two Harbors, and took the ferry over to the island in the beginning of October.