In 1898, an adventurous 16-year-old named Jim White began exploring the caves near Carlsbad, New Mexico. The caves are extensive and are still being discovered today. As Martin and I climbed down the 750 feet into the cave, I was constantly amazed at Jim White’s bravery (or stupidity?). Armed with just a flashlight and a […]
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Want to climb a mountain? Why not climb the tallest mountain in Texas at Guadalupe Mountains National Park? To beat the heat, we woke up at dawn and spent 3 1/2 hours hiking up for 893 meters (2,929 feet) Guadalupe peek. The view at 2,667 meters (8,751 feet) was impressive. Martin searched for the elusive
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Like all things in Texas, Big Bend National Park is huge. Driving across the park takes several hours (thankfully, the park has gas stations…). It encompasses an entire mountain range! A Mexican singer named “Jesus” (his quotation marks, not mine) will serenade you from Mexico as you walk along the Rio Grande in the Boquillas Canyon.
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The tiny town of Marathon, Texas was just a quick overnight stop on our way to Big Bend National Park, but we fell in love with Eve’s Garden Bed and Breakfast. Our couchsurfing hosts in Houston suggested this quirky place, and I’m so glad we splurged and spent the night there. The complex is created
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Martin and I spent six days getting to know eastern Texas. Here are some of my favorite photos from our quick trip.
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At first glance it appears like I am rich in time and space. I’m not working; I have full control over where I go and when. I can linger wherever I want for however long I want. Yet logistical restrictions are always around. If I want to be in northern California by the end of
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I had intended to stay only one week. Yet, nearly three weeks had gone passed before I was ready to say goodbye to San Cristobal de las Casas, and subsequently Mexico. During those three weeks, I met some new friends, dined at delicious (and not so delicious) restaurants, became a regular at El Horno Magico
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The boat slowed, heading straight for a rock protruding from the river. Then I saw it. Perfectly camouflaged and from another era was an alligator (or was it a crocodile?) sunning itself on the rock. We were only 10 feet from it, far too close for my comfort. The walls of the Canyon del Sumidero
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The morning did not bode well for our day’s scheduled adventure. Both Martin and I were not feeling our best. Each of us had a fragile stomach that morning. As I sat on the curb sipping my Americano and waiting for our ride, I wondered if this adventure was a good idea. We were on
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If El Madresal was absent of tourists, Las Grutas de Rancho Nuevo was full of them. Las Grutas are a 15 minute taxi/collectivo ride from San Cristobal de las Casas. Discovered in 1947 by Vicente Kramsky, these massive caves are impressive. Rancho Nuevo was also the site of a significant battle during the Las Zapatistas
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