Mexico does not require travel insurance for tourists to enter the country. However, I personally always get it (more on why below). In this post I’ll share the 6 sites I search to find the best travel insurance for Mexico. Best Sites to Search | Requirements | Why I Buy Insurance | Safety Tips |…
Travel Lemming’s 3 Denver local writers – Nate, Abigail & Laura – collaborated on this absolutely epic guide of the 56 best Denver restaurants. Whether you’re looking for a fancy place to impress a date, or just where to eat out on a budget, you’ll find something on this list of our favorite places to…
This summer I flew to Istanbul all the way from Buenos Aires – and I did it in business class in a comfortable lie-flat seat. The cost? $132.77 in taxes + 60,000 credit card points (which I got via a single credit card sign up bonus). And here’s the thing: I actually do this a…
If you are looking for an honest Osprey Porter 46 review, I promise you won’t find a more experienced Osprey Porter tester than me. How can I be so sure? Because over the past decade, I’ve taken my Osprey Porter 46 backpack to more than 60 countries across 6 continents. I’ve taken the bag through…
Finding the best travel backpack for Europe can be a daunting task. A backpack might be the biggest investment you make in your Eurotrip beside plane tickets. Plus, you’ll use your travel backpack literally all the time (they don’t call it “backpacking Europe” for nothing)! I am a travel blogger who has been backpacking the…
In general, the best time to visit Europe is during the shoulder season. In most European countries the shoulder runs from mid-April to mid-June and again during the month of September. This is the best time to go for cheaper prices and fewer crowds, while still offering relatively decent weather. Well, that’s the short answer…
I have stayed in every popular Puerto Vallarta neighborhood. Your choice of where to stay in Puerto Vallarta can majorly affect how much you enjoy your trip! Each of Puerto Vallarta’s different areas has its own vibe, so you need to choose wisely. Travelers looking for a lively area might like the Romantic Zone, while…
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After 70 countries and more than six years of constant travel, I can confidently say that you’ll find more fun things to do in Budapest that almost any other global city. Budapest offers more gorgeous historical sites, fun bars, and vibrant neighborhoods than just about anywhere (and I’ve been to hundreds across the world). I…
San Miguel de Allende is such a popular destination party because it is absolutely packed with artsy boutiques occupying historic buildings. With so many fantastic hotels in San Miguel de Allende to choose from, it can be difficult to know which are best. To help you out, my partner Clara and I personally spent days…
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Ireland is one of the world’s most popular travel destinations for a reason. And while the Emerald Isle is a relatively easy place to visit, there are still a few Ireland travel tips that you should know in order to make the most of your visit to this enchanted land – especially if it’s your first…
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Trying to craft that perfect Ireland itinerary? I’ve got you covered with a foolproof, “all-done-for-you” 7 days in Ireland itinerary which will satisfy even the most picky traveler! Why a week? Well, it’s just enough time to cover the highlights of Ireland and get a good taste for the Emerald Isle. Plus, it makes it…
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Denver is quickly becoming one of the hottest cities in America for tourism, which leaves many people wondering where to stay in Denver. I am from Denver and spent many years living in different areas in Denver. Now I travel the world full time, but every time I return I take a moment to take…
One of the reasons Denver is such a popular tourism destination these days is that it makes a great base for exploring the rest of the Front Range. The Rocky Mountains are likely to be high on anyone’s list of what to do in Denver, but from brewery tours to city breaks, there are just…
Denver is changing fast. I know because I’m a Denver local who travels the world to write this blog. I leave for long stretches a few times a year, so I really get a chance to witness the differences each time I return. And boy, is there a lot of change happening in almost all…
I have spent more than two years total exploring Mexico on more than a dozen trips to the country. Every time I try to pick the best places to visit in Mexico for a new trip, I am overcome with FOMO. Mexico has so many incredible destinations. You’ll find beach towns, cultural capitals, and natural…
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With so much going on in the world, it can be hard to choose the best places to backpack in Europe in 2022, but I’m here to help. I’ve been to nearly every country in Europe, and I have a lot of opinions on where to backpack in Europe (and where not to go). In…
From a floating taco bar to a 1920s-themed jazz party, the Travel Lemming team reveals our unique and unusual picks for the 150 best things to do in the USA this summer. Your USA bucket list just got (a lot) longer … 150 Best Things to Do in the USA (Summer 2022) Originally published May…
If you’re wondering where to stay in Buenos Aires, this guide is for you. My girlfriend Clara is a Buenos Aires local and together we spend a lot of time in the city. Each time we visit, we stay in a different place in Buenos Aires in a different neighborhood. In over a year total…
El Cuyo is one of the most underrated beach destinations in Mexico’s Yucatan peninsula. If you’re thinking about a trip to El Cuyo, well lucky you – you just stumbled upon a hidden gem that most tourists will never know about (and that you will never forget). To help you plan the perfect El Cuyo…
Renting a car in Mexico is one of the best ways to explore this beautiful country, and to see places that other tourists miss. But the Mexican car rental system can be tricky to navigate, and unfortunately there are a few common pitfalls and scams that you need to avoid. I’m a Mexico travel expert,…
If you’re looking for the absolute best hotels in Puerto Vallarta, I have you covered. On my early 2022 visit to Puerto Vallarta, my partner Clara and I personally changed Puerto Vallarta hotels almost every night so that I could review the best ones and take candid photos of what they really look like now…
When I left my corporate job to travel the world full time five years ago, the very first destination on my world tour was San Miguel de Allende. I still return near annually to check out all the amazing things to do in San Miguel de Allende. Whether you are looking for history, nature, art,…
Published December 15, 2021 Gone are the days when choosing where to travel was a care-free exercise of day dreaming and indulging our wanderlust. With ever-changing travel restrictions and the rise of new variants, picking places to travel in 2022 requires more thought, research, and planning. Perhaps there is a silver lining in that. Where…
Looking for the best hotels in Mexico City? Well, trust me, you’re in the right place. I have visited Mexico City more than 20 times and even wrote the best guide on the internet to what to do in Mexico City. I have personally stayed in or visited dozens of hotels, and in this article,…
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Traveling to Mexico for the first time? Don’t miss these 23 surprising but useful Mexico travel tips, because there are a few things to know before traveling to Mexico, especially in 2022! After a dozen visits and more than a year total traveling Mexico, I’ve learned a thing or two the hard way – and…
As a full time traveler and minimalist who literally lives out of a backpack, you might think I’d be against Black Friday and Cyber Monday. While it’s definitely true that I prefer to spend my money on experiences instead of things, saving money on the stuff that you do need leaves more to spend on…
Let’s be honest: you’re going to Tulum is for its beautiful beaches, you beautiful bohemian beach bum. And, if you want to splash out on the best possible vacation, there’s really nothing quite like booking a boutique resort or hotel directly on Tulum beach. Staying in a Tulum beach hotel means you get to fall…
If you’re looking for the best list of things to do in Denver, you just hit the jackpot. Bookmark this post, and you’ll never wonder what to do in Denver again. Here’s the deal: I’m a Denver local who travels the world full time and writes online travel guides. It’s a dream job. And I…
Playa del Carmen is my favorite place to stay in the Riviera Maya, in large part because there are literally hundreds of excellent resorts and hotels in Playa del Carmen to choose from. Whether you’re searching for 5 star luxury resorts on the beach or budget boutiques, you’ll have plenty of options. But, with so…
I’ve spent a lot of time traveling and living along the Riviera Maya, and I am always confused about how Cozumel is still one of the most underrated destinations in the Mexican Caribbean. Although I prefer to base myself out of Playa del Carmen, taking day trips to Cozumel has always been one of my…
Here’s the deal: I personally scoped out dozens of the best hotels in Valladolid, Mexico to build this epic guide to exactly where to stay in Valladolid for every type of traveler. I travel the world full time, but 70 countries later, Valladolid, Mexico is still among my favorite places on the planet. My blog…
Mexico’s Yucatan peninsula is famous for its cenotes, covered or partially open swimming holes fed by underground springs. You can find literally thousands of cenotes in the peninsula, but many of the best are the cenote near Valladolid, Mexico. Because Valladolid is located in the center of the peninsula, with a slightly higher elevation than…
Looking to start a travel blog? Believe me: you want to make sure you learn how to set it up correctly from the start. And then you want to figure out a business plan for how to grow your audience and a revenue stream. The decisions you make when you are just starting a travel…
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After a decade backpacking to 70 countries with the same Osprey bag, 2021 is finally the year I’ve decided to reassess my personal backpack situation. It’s odd it took me so long, considering that reviewing the best travel backpacks is a big part of my job. But, though I’ve tested out many bags, none of…
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Spain is a relatively safe travel destination, but when I visit I still choose to get travel insurance for Spain. After five years of traveling full time, I’ve just had too many things go wrong in places where I didn’t even expect it. I was burglarized in Belize, contracted dengue in Thailand, and got trapped…
Back when I started traveling to Mexico City frequently over a decade ago, some of my friends wondered why. What is there to do in Mexico City, anyway?, they said. Well, as the travel media seems to finally be realizing, there are loads of interesting things to do in Mexico City! Ciudad de Mexico (or…
Are you looking for incredible things to do in Georgia (the country in Europe – not the US state!)? Well, you’ve come to the right place because these 12 ideas for what to do in Georgia will leave you wanting to come back to this incredible country again and again. I’ve traveled to over 65+…
Asking for recommendations for the best Denver hotels is a little like asking for recommendations for a toothbrush. There are a lot to choose from, most people only need one at a time, and so few people truly have a proper basis for comparison. Well, except me. With hotels, I mean, not toothbrushes. I’m Nate…
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Thinking about taking a solo trip to Thailand? After lockdown life, doesn’t the thought of sitting on a Thai beach sound amazing? Here’s the thing – Thailand is a great place to consider if it is your first time traveling alone. But there a few Thailand travel tips you need to consider before going, especially…
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Planning a trip to the country of Georgia and unsure of whether you need travel insurance for Georgia? Well, fear not because I’m here to help! I’m Nate Hake – a travel blogger, recovering attorney, and digital nomad who has visited Georgia multiple times – I even lived in Georgia for and entire summer. And…
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If you are thinking of traveling to Thailand, as the country starts to reopen to tourism, you will need to get travel insurance for Thailand. As of last year, Thailand’s government is now requiring a minimum of $100,000 medical insurance for almost all non-Thai travelers to enter Thailand. That’s just the minimum though. Travel insurance…
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Earlier this summer, Greece made headlines by becoming one of the first countries to open to vaccinated tourists. Understandably, a record number of visitors are opting to get travel insurance for Greece to add peace of mind in times of a global health crisis. I’ve been what I call a “professional traveler” for five years…
Croatia is generally a safe place for tourists to explore, but Croatia travel insurance can provide added security on your trip. Anything can happen abroad, so consider insurance an investment to preserve your peace of mind! A lot has happened on the road since I quit my corporate attorney job to travel full time. I’ve…
Serbia is an incredible country to travel but, like everywhere, things can go wrong there. Buying travel insurance for Serbia can provide an extra sense of protection for a worry-free vacation. As a former insurance litigator turned travel blogger, I often get asked if I buy travel insurance. And the answer is, yes, I do….
Endowed with unique urban cities, miles of picturesque nature-scapes, and super-friendly residents, Canada is undoubtedly a stunning destination. Although Canada is generally a very safe place to visit, getting travel insurance for Canada offers peace of mind and protection from the unexpected (especially crucial with everything going on these days). I’m a former corporate insurance…
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Figuring out where to stay in Tulum doesn’t need to be hard. The hardest part is deciding if you want to be based in the town or on the beach. I’ve been visiting and writing about Tulum, Mexico since before its beautiful beaches blew up in international popularity. My partner Clara and I are currently…
Ireland is pretty safe as travel destinations go, but getting travel insurance for Ireland offers peace of mind. You know never know what could happen abroad – even in Ireland! Since I quit my corporate attorney job to travel the world and blog, I’ve been through a lot: dengue in Thailand, robbery in Belize, protests…
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This post is designed to help you plan the perfect Tasmania itinerary for your 2022 road trip. Navigate this post with this clickable road map (pro tip: click the arrow in the corner to return to top). Road Map of This Post 🏙️ Day 1 – Hobart 🌊 Day 2 – Freycinet National Park 🔥…
So you want to go from Tulum to Valladolid? Great choice! Valladolid is my favorite town in Mexico. You can visit as part of a day trip from Tulum, but I highly recommend staying overnight to check out the many things to do in Valladolid Mexico. Now let’s talk about how to get to Valladolid…
Valladolid, Mexico is an incredible hidden gem located deep in Mexico’s Yucatan jungle. After nearly a year traveling the Yucatan peninsula, Valladolid remains my absolute favorite place to travel in Mexico. Vibrant. Authentic. Unique. Valladolid is authentic Mexico at its best. Ready to explore? This mega guide is chock-full of insider trip-planning secrets and tips…