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stories from a budget traveler + surfer gal

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i'm katia, a california girl that has been living, traveling, and working abroad for 4 years. feel free to explore my adventure travel guides -- from hidden gems of mexico, surfing perfect points, high altitude mountains, and more. send me a message if you are ready to start planning!

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Visit Cadereyta, Queretaro: a quiet pueblo magico in central Mexico

12 minutes ago4 min read

Pueblos Magicos

Visit Cadereyta, Queretaro: a quiet pueblo magico in central Mexico

Your local guide to the pueblo magico of Cadereyta, Queretaro, Mexico, an easy and afforrdable daytrip

Guide to best daytrips from Puebla, Mexico

Nov 4, 20245 min read

Guide to best daytrips from Puebla, Mexico

Fun towns, historical sites, and outdoor adventures accessible in a day from the city of Puebla, Mexico.

A daytrip to Lo de Marcos, a calm escape in the Riviera Nayarit

Sep 28, 20243 min read

A daytrip to Lo de Marcos, a calm escape in the Riviera Nayarit

Daytrip tips for visiting Lo de Marcos, Nayarit on a budget 2024.

Your essential travel guide to Xalapa, Coatepec, and Xico, Veracruz

Sep 10, 20249 min read

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Your essential travel guide to Xalapa, Coatepec, and Xico, Veracruz

Recommendations for visiting the underrated city of Xalapa, Mexico and nearby Coatepec and Xico pueblos magicos

Visit Aculco, Mexico: a lovely pueblo magico and its waterfalls

Aug 26, 20245 min read

Pueblos Magicos

Visit Aculco, Mexico: a lovely pueblo magico and its waterfalls

How to visit Aculco: a pueblo magico 2 hours north of Mexico City known for its cheese, its whitewashed colonial center, and waterfalls.

First time tips for Cuernavaca, Mexico: the city of eternal spring

Aug 19, 20246 min read

First time tips for Cuernavaca, Mexico: the city of eternal spring

Visit Cuernavaca, Morelos on a budget in 2024, an authentic getaway from Mexico City!

Surfing the Central Coast of California: Beginner to Intermediate Guide

Jun 30, 202412 min read

Surfing the Central Coast of California: Beginner to Intermediate Guide

A guide to the Central Coast for beginner and intermediate surfers (Santa Cruz, San Luis Obispo, Santa Barbara, and Ventura surf spots)

3 Days in San Francisco on a Budget (and public transit)

Jun 23, 202411 min read

3 Days in San Francisco on a Budget (and public transit)

My favorite spots in the San Francisco for first-time visitors and locals alike.

Hiking Pico de Orizaba with a guide: 2024 experience on a budget

May 28, 202410 min read

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Hiking Pico de Orizaba with a guide: 2024 experience on a budget

Our story of (nearly) summiting the highest point in Mexico, Pico de Orizaba!

What to See in Guadalajara for First-Timers

May 21, 20246 min read

What to See in Guadalajara for First-Timers

Seeing Guadalajara, Mexico on a budget for first time visitors: culture, food, and nearby adventures!

Palenque Budget Tips and Daytrips

May 9, 20246 min read

Palenque Budget Tips and Daytrips

Your guide to seeing the Palenque archaelogical ruins, Bonampak, Agua Azul, and Misol Há waterfall on a budget.

Solo traveling Cañon de Sumidero, Chiapas

Apr 26, 20246 min read

Pueblos Magicos

Solo traveling Cañon de Sumidero, Chiapas

Cañon de Sumidero is in my top 10 places I've been in Mexico! This canyon was nominated as a natural wonder of the world

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