We managed to break ourselves away from the adorable puppies at Teotihuacan Trailer Park (but it was difficult!) after extending our stay from just one or two nights into five… Pointing the truck south we headed toward Cholula, a small pueblo on the outskirts of Puebla— a bustling city itself— and which both sit in the shadow of the volcano …
The Fanciest Meal of My Life – Molecular Gastronomy in Medellin’s El Cielo
I made it a point to visit the famous El Cielo restaurants in Medellin, Colombia to celebrate a special occasion with my girlfriend Andrea. I’m not someone who frequently visits the most elegant of restaurants (though not because I don’t like them, but rather the wallet doesn’t let me). But if you follow the blog, you know I’m all about …
Visiting the Ancient Teotihuacan Pyramids in Mexico
After leaving the comfort of our house sitting assignment in Mexico City we were back on the road. We said goodbye to Zoe, packed the truck, and headed east toward the towering pyramids in Mexico. After a late start and fighting a bit of Mexico City traffic, we made it to the tiny town of Teotihuacan. But that would be …
6 Best Places to Go Backpacking in Virginia
Looking to go backpacking in Virginia? Then you’re in luck because Virginia is underrated when it comes to the outdoors, hiking, and backpacking, in my opinion… I know I certainly didn’t consider it to be a great place for hiking and backpacking when I first moved to Washington, D.C. But I’m so glad I was wrong. I’ve explored many, many trails …
What to Pack in a Camping Go Bag for Last Minute Backpacking Adventures
Ever gotten off from work on a Friday and wished you could just run off and go camping? But then you’ve got to go home and get everything packed and ready to go… Then, in the end, you don’t go anywhere? Well, keeping a camping go bag packed and ready in the trunk of your car is a great idea. …
An (Almost) Free Vacation: Three Weeks House Sitting in Mexico City
We pulled up to the apartment building in the heart of the La Condesa neighborhood, an upscale, beautiful area full of restaurants, bars, people walking their dogs, and running the loop through the neighborhood. Sunny and her little dog, Zoe, greeted us on the street, and Zoe was already jumping up happily as if we were old friends. Both Andrea and …
Don’t Drive through Mexico or Central America: You Will Be Kidnapped, Killed, or Worse!
When I told friends or family that we were going to spend months driving through Mexico and Central America, the most common responses were something along the lines of: “Are you crazy? That’s so dangerous!” “Better watch out for the cartel!” “Hope you don’t get kidnapped…” “Hope we see you alive again…” And on and on came the negative reactions, …
D2D Monthly Recap and Income Report March 2017
March 2017 was a pretty busy month for me… Highlights include a new travel guitar and an out of town visitor. See my monthly recap and income report here.