Mexico

Remember that "cool mode of transportation" I mentioned?  Well, imagine driving through the Mexican jungle in this: Kirsten and I loved the wind in our hair and the sunshine on our smiling faces as we were whisked by various landscapes. To me, the jungle is the pulse beat of the...

While I am a beach person to the core, I have definitely fallen in love with rainforests over the years, especially after my solo-trip to the Amazon.  Thus, when Kirsten and I were deciding which tour package to choose from through Yucatan Holidays, my immediate choice was the adventure tour....

I love Mexico.  I think it is easily one of the most underrated countries in the world.  When I lived in San Diego, I purposely chose my apartment because of its proximity to the border.  Whenever I had a long weekend, I immediately headed south.  I would roll down the...

On my last morning in Cuba, I experienced the country at its most frustrating.  After eating a delicious Cuban breakfast at our casa and saying our sad goodbyes to Sergio, Miriam, and their daughter, we departed for the airport.  We checked in with the airline and got through customs with...

Editors Note:  This trip was taken in July 2007.  Yes, I was a brunette for a while and yes, I had my nose pierced.  What can I say, other than I am a big believer in changing up your look from time to time!  I hope you enjoy the memories...