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  • An image of a traditional taco from a taco stand called Taqueria El Cunado in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico - the best tacos in Puerto Vallarta
    Articles,  Travel Better

    The Best Tacos in Puerto Vallarta

    April 14, 2021 /

    You won't find the best tacos in Puerto Vallarta if you stay on your all-inclusive resort. You have to go where the locals are. Here are seven spots that serve the best tacos in Puerto Vallarta.

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    Yukon Northern Lights – The 5 W’s

    July 2, 2019

    Red Rock Canyon Tour – a Prehistoric Paradise

    August 27, 2019
    An image of two women in kayak in the Florida Everglades, USA.

    Everglades Kayak Trails

    April 4, 2019
  • An image of the view from the top at El Faro Mazatlan hike in Mexico.
    Articles,  Outdoor Adventure

    El Faro Mazatlan – Hike to the World’s Highest Natural Lighthouse

    June 15, 2020 /

    On a recent vacation to Mazatlan, Mexico, my boyfriend, Garrett and I were looking for fun things to do. As a nature lover and an avid hiker, I couldn’t resist when our cab driver brought up the El Faro Mazatlan hike. Our cab driver explained that you could see “all of Mazatlan from the top and the view is spectacular.” It sounded so appealing that we decided to plan a day to experience the hike to El Faro Lighthouse. There are affiliate links in this post. If you make a qualifying purchase through one of these links, Wander Woman Travel Magazine may receive a small commission at no extra cost…

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    Yukon Northern Lights – The 5 W’s

    July 2, 2019
    An image of the lobby of theHôtel de Glace in Quebec, Canada - Ice Hotel Quebec

    Ice Hotel Quebec – Hôtel de Glace

    December 12, 2018

    Grotto Canyon Hike in Winter

    January 11, 2019
  • An image of the El Meco ruins in Cancun Mexico.
    Articles,  Travel Inspiration

    El Meco – How to Feel Like Indiana Jones in the Middle of a Major City

    March 6, 2020 /

    As I walked through the ruins of El Meco, I couldn’t help feeling a little bit like Indiana Jones. It wasn’t like I was being chased by bad guys or that I had discovered a priceless jewel inside a secret cavern. It was more the feeling that I was an archaeologist who had discovered an incredible archaeological site hidden deep in the jungle. The irony of it was that even though it felt like I was a world away from modern civilization, the ruins of El Meco lie right inside the city of Cancun – about 8 km (5 miles) north of downtown. There are affiliate links in this post.…

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    Let’s Go to Greece – Acropolis Virtual Tour and Recipes

    March 21, 2020
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    Travel Rewards – 5 Reasons to Sign up Now!

    April 19, 2019
    An image of the Medalta Potteries site in Medicine Hat, Alberta, Canada - Things to do in Medicine Hat.

    Incredibly Cool Things to do in Medicine Hat

    August 27, 2020
  • An image of three kids on a beach in Mexico.
    Articles,  Travel Tips

    Fabulously Fun Things to do in Cancun with Kids

    March 2, 2020 /

    If you’re used to thinking of Cancun as a playground for adult vacationers, think again. Cancun and neighboring Riviera Maya are also fantastic destinations for families. There are a large number of family-friendly resorts in the area with great amenities and there are a ton of attractions that kids and teens can enjoy if you venture off your resort. Here’s our list of fabulously fun things to do in Cancun with kids. There are affiliate links in this post. If you make a qualifying purchase through one of these links, Wander Woman Travel Magazine may receive a small commission at no extra cost to you. Choose the Right Family Friendly…

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    There is something incredibly intrepid about the notion of driving yourself across Africa watching an ever-changing landscape filled with elephants, giraffes, lions and other wildlife roll past your window.

    African Adventures on a Self Drive Safari

    September 19, 2018

    Alberta Hikes Help You Beat the Winter Blues

    January 23, 2019
    An image of a little girl being lifted into the air on a family hike near Siffleur Falls, Alberta - Glamping in Alberta.

    How to go Glamping in Alberta

    April 10, 2020
  • An image of a beach near the Riu resort in Costa Mujeres, Mexico
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    10 Exciting Things to do in Costa Mujeres

    February 4, 2020 /

    If you want to visit the hottest destination on Mexico’s Caribbean coast, head to Costa Mujeres. People are calling it the new Cancun. In less than ten years, ten new luxury resorts have opened in this new resort area located about 20 minutes north of Cancun’s Hotel Zone. Several more are planned or are already under construction. It’s a beautiful place to be and while you’re there, you’ll want to explore. Here are our suggestions for interesting and fun things to do in Costa Mujeres. There are affiliate links in this post. If you make a qualifying purchase through one of these links, Wander Woman Travel Magazine may receive a…

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    Virtual Zoo & Wildlife Tours for Canadians Stuck at Home

    December 19, 2020
    An image of a traditional taco from a taco stand called Taqueria El Cunado in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico - the best tacos in Puerto Vallarta

    The Best Tacos in Puerto Vallarta

    April 14, 2021
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    A Florida Everglades Airboat Tour

    April 8, 2019
  • An image of a beach on Isla Mujeres
    Articles,  Travel Tips

    D.I.Y. Isla Mujeres Tour

    November 8, 2019 /

    It’s easy to arrange your own Isla Mujeres tour, but be warned. If you’re going to rent a vehicle, it probably won’t have windows or doors. Most visitors to the tiny Mexican island travel via golf cart. Even if you do manage to rent a regular vehicle, you won’t be able to drive it very fast – thanks to all the speed bumps on the roads. All this aside, a do-it yourself Isla Mujeres tour is a great day trip from Cancun or Riviera Maya and something we have done on several occasions while visiting the area. Here are some tips to help you do it right. There are affiliate…

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    An image of Debbie Olsen and family on the Heart Mountain hike near Canmore, Alberta.

    Heart Mountain Hike – Big Adventure Near Canmore

    April 25, 2020
    An image of a female moose and a calf crossing a river along the Maligne Lake Road in Jasper National Park, Alberta - Jasper Wildlife Watching

    Virtual Zoo & Wildlife Tours for Canadians Stuck at Home

    December 19, 2020
    An image of a couple standing in front of one of the Grassi Lakes - Canmore winter hikes and snowshoe trails

    Winter Hikes & Snowshoe Trails Near Canmore

    December 24, 2020
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    5 Do-it-Yourself Riviera Maya Excursions

    November 5, 2019 /

    One of the best things about visiting the Riviera Maya region of Mexico is all the amazing places you can explore nearby. Most resorts and hotels have tour desks that offer guided Riviera Maya excursions to the big attractions, but you shouldn’t be afraid to explore on your own. Going on your own can save you money and give you flexibility to stay as long as you want. Here are 5 great Riviera Maya excursions you can enjoy on your own. There are affiliate links in this post. If you make a qualifying purchase through one of these links, Wander Woman Travel Magazine may receive a small commission at no…

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    Hiking Mt Vesuvius – a Hike Into History

    July 9, 2019
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    Livorno Cruise Port – What to See and Do

    May 20, 2019
    An image of the Avacondo, an avacado-shaped accommodation that can be booked with Booking.com in Sydney, Australia

    World’s Most Quirky Accommodation

    November 14, 2019
  • An image of two skeletons in a Day of the Dead display - Day of the Dead Festival- Día de Muertos
    Articles,  Travel Tips

    Day of the Dead Festival

    October 31, 2018 /

    What You Need to Know About Dia de los Muertos The Day of the Dead Festival is celebrated right after Halloween, but even though it includes playful costumes and decorations, it is not a Hispanic version of Halloween. Dia de los Muertos takes place over two days (Nov 1 and 2) as a colorful way for families to come together and celebrate the memory of deceased loved ones. On November 1, families honor deceased children and infants with Dia de los Inocentes and those of the Catholic faith also honor Catholic Saints on All Saints’ Day. November 2 is for celebrating older deceased relatives and is also All Souls’ Day, a day…

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    An image of a bus driving along a section of the Icefields Parkway in Jasper National Park, Alberta, Canada - Alberta road trips

    From Banff to Jasper – A Complete Guide to Canada’s Most Spectacular Drive

    April 17, 2021
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    Incredibly Cool Things to do in Medicine Hat

    August 27, 2020

    Siffleur Falls and Meadow Hike

    August 8, 2018
  • An image of two kids paddleboarding of Yelapa Beach - Jalisco, Mexico
    Articles,  Travel Inspiration

    Yelapa Beach – Where no Roads Go

    October 29, 2018 /

    It’s 9 am on a Sunday morning and as I make my way along the uneven cement sidewalks and little backstreets of the Mexican village of Yelapa, there isn’t a soul in sight. The only sign of life comes when I pass a small convenience store, which is just opening its doors for the day. Even the beautiful golden sand of Yelapa Beach is completely deserted. Surrounded by mountains, there are no roads into Yelapa and the only way to reach the village is by boat from nearby Puerto Vallarta and the first boats haven’t yet arrived. There are affiliate links in this post. If you make a qualifying purchase…

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    Cabbage Key – Cheeseburger in Paradise

    May 3, 2022
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    Day of the Dead Festival

    October 31, 2018
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    Why You Should Visit Baker Creek Mountain Resort This Winter

    January 21, 2022
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    Bird Watching in San Blas, Nayarit

    August 19, 2018 /

    How to have a Big Day in Mexico There are affiliate links in this post. If you make a qualifying purchase through one of these links, Wander Woman Travel Magazine may receive a small commission at no extra cost to you. Birding is one of the fastest growing outdoor activities in the world and some of the best bird watching in Mexico is near the tiny fishing village of San Blas, Nayarit. San Blas is located on the Pacific Coast of Mexico about a three-hour drive from Puerto Vallarta. Competitive birders have long known that birding in San Blas is a good way to score a big day or a…

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    Terra Restaurant Review Jasper- A Culinary Experience Inspired by the Earth

    July 19, 2022
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    Jasper Jammer Tours – The Newest Adventure in Jasper National Park

    May 18, 2021
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    The Best Edmonton Museums for Families

    September 8, 2020

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