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The sounds of travel: What to listen to when road trippin' in the USA
Here at Gadling we'll be highlighting some of our favorite sounds from the road and giving you a sample of each -- maybe you'll find the same inspiration that we did, but at the very least, hopefully you'll think that they're good songs. Got a favorite of your own? Leave it ...A Few Tips for Speaking Spanish in Mexico
"I'm done." I said in Spanish as I smiled and looked at our waitress, "Muchas gracias!", I continued, beaming at my Spanish prowess. She smiled back -- actually she looked like she was struggling to hold in laughter when I realized my error --- I had just told her I was done ...Dengue Fever on the Rise in Mexico
The other night we were sitting with a friend enjoying a few Pacificos when he asked if he could turn the fan on to keep the mosquitoes away. As one who always get bitten by these bloodsucking irritants, I was more than happy for the fan to keep me bite-free. As he clicked ...Try the Fish Taco: Baja's Favorite Food
Maybe it's just me, but the first time I heard the words "fish" and "taco" together I felt rather nauseous. But, the ol' fish taco is definitely Baja's favorite and most famous meal -- be it breakfast, lunch or dinner. Just about everywhere you look there is a taco stand ...No Wrong Turns: Accommodations and Restaurants in Todos Santos
Todos Santos, the little town I mentioned in my last post, offers a quiet escape from the typical vacation destination of Cabo San Lucas. This small town is home to a mix of Mexicans, artists, surfers and ex-pats and offers some of the best surfing in the Baja. Pair that ...A Lesson in Mexican Gestures
We are slowly starting to feel relatively comfortable in Mexico: things don't seem so unusual, and both of us are starting to notice subtle things. Well...if you can call gestures in Mexico subtle. Chins tilting, cupped palms, and a version of the "OK" sign are only a ...Mexico's Green Angels: Your Road Trip Saviors!
Imagine you are driving happily along in Mexico, taking in the view, bopping along to some tunes, and smiling at how perfect your road trip is going. Then you notice a small noise: it gets louder and, with panic setting in, you pull over, let the car cool down and then try ...Minding your Manners in Mexico
Being polite is the best thing you can do in Mexico to ensure good service and to also undo those nasty rumors that Canadians and Americans are generally rude and want everything "right now!" In our time here we have learned a few tips that have made our lives easier while ...How to spend your time in Todos Santos, Mexico
Todos Santos, once Baja's sugarcane capital, is a small town located about an hour outside of Cabo San Lucas. Known for its laid back vibe, great surfing and large artisan community, this small pueblo has managed to retain some authenticity in spite of the huge growth of ...No Wrong Turns: Skip Cabo and Head to Todos Santos for a Unique Baja Experience
About an hour north of the cruise ships, the huge gleaming hotels and the Cabo San Lucas party crowd lies the small town of Todos Santos. If you are looking for a place to relax and unwind, minus the deafening party beats found in Cabo, this little town is it. It offers ...No Wrong Turns: The Pros and Cons of Taking your Work Traveling
Three weeks before Tom and I left on this trip, a work opportunity came up allowing us to work remotely from Mexico. At first we weren't too sure whether it was the best idea and initially we declined the offer, but after a little convincing and our joint realization that ...No Wrong Turns: Protect yourself from food poisoning
You know that feeling: the one where the contents in your stomach churn and before you can say "I think I ate something bad," you are already running for the bathroom. Fun, right? Every time you get on the plane, bus or (in our case) in the car and travel to another country ...No Wrong Turns: Snakes and Spiders and Scorpions...Oh My!
Traveling allows us to experience many new things: unique cultures, languages, food and wildlife. I am always up to experience it all but it's the creepy crawlies that fall under the "wildlife" category that I'd prefer not to encounter--no matter how hard I try to avoid bugs ...No Wrong Turns: Choosing a Car for an International Road Trip
In the initial planning stage, we had a hard time finding recommendations about what kind of car would be the best for this type of trip, so we had to muddle through on our own and hope that whatever we chose would be hardy enough to withstand a year long (maybe more) ...No Wrong Turns: How to Surf, by a Wannabe Surfer
I believe the time people put in working, running errands, going to the gym and all the other daily stuff we feel we have to do starts to take its toll on how we live and think. This is a big reason why Tom and I decided to pack up and leave for a little while...to put ...No Wrong Turns: Mexican Plant a Natural Aphrodisiac and Sleep Aid?
Looking for something to cure all your aches, pains, stomach issues and increase your virility? Damiana could be your answer. Damiana is a plant native to Baja California Sur, Central America and the West Indies. The leaves from the plant are reputed to be a natural ...No Wrong Turns: Off-road Race in the Baja
Take a bunch of hardcore off-road racers, support teams, mechanics, motorbikes, ATVs, a host of other racing vehicles and throw them all into the Baja desert...what do you get? You get the Baja 1000. Last week we ran into a guy at a local bar who competes in this race. He ...No Wrong Turns: How to Not Look like a "Gringo" in Mexico
When traveling I prefer to lay kind of low and do my best to not draw too much attention to myself. This doesn't seem to be the case with other travelers visiting Mexico. This is mainly due to their questionable wardrobe choices. Years of watching "What Not to Wear", ...No Wrong Turns: Coca-Cola Removes Toxin from Mexican Drink
According to statistics from the Coca-Cola Company, Mexico consumes the most Coca Cola per capita in the world. I am not a huge fan of soft drinks in general, but when traveling my intake of them often goes up due to unreliable drinking water and juices made with ...No Wrong Turns: Surfers Give Cars Away in Baja Road Race
A few weeks ago I overheard a bunch of locals chatting about a group of American surfers who drove down to the tip of Baja California Sur and gave away everything they came with including their cars. I decided to do a bit of research and find out what this was all about. A ...
