Welcome to the coolest neighborhood in Mexico City: Colonia Roma. This hipster haven, split into Roma Norte and Roma Sur, is a quirky blend of art deco mansions, colorful street art, and a retro-elegant vibe thanks to its many businesses set inside repurposed townhouses. Think …
Mexico City has completely stolen my heart. From the tree-lined streets of Roma Norte to the al pastor tacos, world-class cocktail bars, and traditional markets, this city is a sensory overload in the best way possible. I’ve visited countless times—with friends, as a couple, and even for a bachelorette party—and …
There are too many things about Mexico City that have completely stolen my heart. The tree-lined residential streets of Roma Norte, the al pastor tacos, the world-class cocktail bars, the unparallelled dining scene (that’s way more affordable than it should be), mariachi music lighting up …
Neighboring Bosque de Chapultepec Park, Mexico City’s Polanco neighborhood is one of the loveliest areas in the city. Compared to other neighborhoods in Mexico City, Polanco has a rather posh and luxurious air to it. In fact, Polanco is famed for its luxury shopping along …
I’ve been to Mexico City more times than I can count—with large groups of friends, as a couple, and even for a bachelorette party. In all of these scenarios, it’s made for an amazing destination. Each trip, I’ve stayed in different neighborhoods, and over the …
I’ve been obsessed with the idea of World Fairs for as long as I can remember. There’s something magical about how these events have shaped cities and left behind iconic landmarks that define their skylines. Take Paris, for example—home to the Eiffel Tower, which was built …
I’ve been completely and utterly obsessed with Thai food ever since my Berkeley days, when I fell in love with the dozens of amazing Thai restaurants scattered around the college campus. But nothing could have prepared me for the real deal when I finally made …
The San Francisco Bay Area is probably one of the most expensive places to live in all of the United States. Nope, there’s no denying that. But you know what? You don’t need to go broke to explore the vibrant San Francisco Bay Area. If …
Tlaquepaque (pronounced T-la-keh-pah-keh, because yes, it’s as fun to say as it is to explore) is like someone uprooted a charming Spanish/Mexican village from its country and plopped it in the middle of Sedona. This place is magical. And no, not in the same way …
Valentine’s Day is the perfect excuse to ditch the usual dinner-and-a-movie routine and actually do something legendary. This year especially, because Valentine’s Day falls on a Friday! (Weekend mode: fully loaded with romance.) This is your ultimate guide to crafting a weekend that’s equal parts …