Hola Reader, If you've read anything I've written you probably know that I am a huge fan of the Mexico bus system and I even wrote a whole Mexico Bus Guide to help people see this service for what it is and embrace it as a way of getting around Mexico. So when I had to get from Cozumel in Quintana Roo to Mérida in Yucatán I knew I was going to skip the long wait at the airport and opt for a bus. This week I'm going to tell you how to make this journey, what the ferry is like, the local...
3 months ago • 6 min read
Hola Reader, It's hard to believe January is coming to an end already but here we are! Last time I popped up in your inbox I was telling you all about my trip to Cozumel and I received some interesting reactions to that! So this time, I'm going to share what some people thought and a few more details about my trip and then next week I'll share my interstate travel experience from Cozumel to Mérida including what happened when I hit a surprise federal police checkpoint on my way into Yucatán....
4 months ago • 4 min read
Hola Reader, As promised, I'm back again with the next email in my Money In Mexico series and this week is all about scams. People worry about safety in Mexico and while it is a safe place for travellers to visit, if there is anything you're likely to be targeted for as a visitor, it's a scam. So let's go over some common scams you may come across and how to avoid them. Common Taxi Scams Taxi scams are common the world over, so this is by no means exclusive to Mexico but there are a few...
7 months ago • 6 min read
Hola Reader, I'm sure your inbox is absolutely teeming with Amazon Prime deals and people sharing their favourite products for you to buy but that's not why I'm here. I'm here to talk about how to save money, not spend it. I get a lot of emails and DMs about Mexico and one question that I see come up over and over is "is Mexico cheap?", and one comment I hear over and over is how surprised some people are by the cost of things. So today, we're going to talk about how to tell if you're...
7 months ago • 3 min read
Hola Reader, Can you believe it's the end of September? I feel like I say this at the end of every month but heading into October feels like a big deal every year. I want to tell you about an important app you need when visiting Mexico but I have an exclusive Roamers bonus to share with you first. But before all that, a couple of weeks ago I launched the Hidden Mexico Travel Facebook Group as a place for us all to share our favourite hidden gems and top tips about travelling Mexico. If you...
over 1 year ago • 2 min read
Hola Reader, Since you've read some of my work on She Roams About you know I'm all about the details and giving recommendations you won't find anywhere else. So a few weeks ago I popped into your inbox asking for your favourite recommendations for my upcoming trip and I have to say, my readers didn't disappoint! From architecture tours in an old fashioned VW Beetle to hidden-in-plain-sight ruins in Campeche, my list of things to explore grew very long, very quick! Which got me thinking.....
over 1 year ago • 1 min read
Hola Reader, I'm just dropping into your inbox with a quick one this time around. Last time I emailed you I mentioned I'd be adding a new destination to my coverage and I'm happy to announce the first post is live! San Cristóbal de las Casas is one of my all-time favourite destinations in Mexico but with being a challenge to reach and not having as much going on as some other places, it may not be for everyone. So, I've written a guide to help you decide if San Cristóbal de las Casas is worth...
almost 2 years ago • 1 min read
Hola Reader, Last week marked my first anniversary as a full-time travel writer! June 13, 2023 I decided it was time to cut the tethers and plunge headfirst into helping travellers explore Mexico through my website on a full-time basis. I wish I could say it was pure bravery that got me there but if I'm honest, a toxic work environment gave me a (big) nudge. A year later She Roams About is not only going strong but growing every month. It takes a lot to keep my little empire ticking over but...
almost 2 years ago • 3 min read
Hola Reader, Whether you've been to Mexico already or you're planning a trip, you're probably aware of what a big deal food is in Mexico. In fact, it's such a big deal that alongside French cuisine, it was the first to be designated an Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity by UNESCO in 2010. I think for most people food experiences can have a major impact on a trip. Enjoying an amazing meal, tasting fantastic street food, and trying new ingredients and dishes are all excellent ways to make...
almost 2 years ago • 2 min read