wah-hah-kah

The first longish haul bus experience was very comfortable. Nice plush seats that recline, a clean, working toilet and power for my devices saw the 5 hour journey through the mountains pass very quickly from Puebla to Oaxaca (wah-hah-kah) City. The state of Oaxaca is rich in culture, colour and cuisine. The people are warm…

couchsurfing in Pueb… la

What a welcome change of pace from big busy Mexico City to Puebla staying with the coolest couple around. Jazmin and Andres were the most generous hosts I’ve ever stayed with and a great start to couch surfing my way around the continent. For those new to the concept of couchsurfing, it is one of…

the mexican capital #2

Teotihuacan is about 1 hour by bus north east of the city. There are organised tours to get out there but after a bit of research I figured I could just get the subway and then the bus so got on my way nice and early to try and beat the crowds. My first taste…

the mexican capital #1

So pleased that I flew to Mexico City during the day as you really get a feel for the mammoth size of the sprawling metropolis. As you fly over it keeps going and going and going and going and going…and going. I didn’t sleep that well the night before my flight as I was feeling…

and so it begins

Well here I am, the trip I have been counting down for so long has finally arrived. The long haul flight went surprisingly quick considering I couldn’t manage to sleep, even with my sleepy oils and binaural beats. However I didn’t even have time to twiddle my thumbs as pretty equipped with movies, tv shows,…

its locked in

After many procrastinating searches on Skyscanner, Momondo and Google Flights from Auckland to EVERYWHERE for ANY DATES the choice has been overwhelming. But I’ve decided to save my eat pray love adventure to India and Bali for another day and booked a one way, direct flight to America! I’m flying into LA but then promptly…