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Roads Traveled 

Real-world logistics of our family trips. No fluff—just the spots we actually liked, the mistakes we made so you don't have to, and the best ways to experience the 'real' Mexico with your family.

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Bacalar: The Seven-Color Lagoon

We’ve been in Playa for a year and a half. I love the coast, but the constant grind of salt air and seaweed gets exhausting when you're hauling two toddlers to the beach every day. Last weekend, we decided to trade the ocean for the lagoon. We loaded .... see more

02

Holbox: Trading A Car For A Golf Cart

Last weekend, we headed up to Chiquilá, left the car behind, and took the ferry over to Isla Holbox. If you’re looking for a spot where the "roads" are made of sand and nobody is in a rush, this is it. It’s a bit more of a trek to get there, but for a family reset, it’s hard to beat.... see more

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Mérida: The White City on Two Wheels

Merida is known as the safest city in Mexico, and after spending a few days there with the kids, I can tell you it definitely lives up to the reputation. It’s a massive colonial city, but it has a way of feeling like a small town.... see more

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Cozumel: Beyond the Cruise Ship Crowds

 

The water here is legendary—crystal clear with visibility that can reach 200 feet. While most people come for the world-class diving on the Mesoamerican Reef, the island is actually the third largest in Mexico, being about 30 miles long. Walking isn't really an option.... see more

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