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If you’re planning a trip to Portland Maine and want a realistic plan that doesn’t leave you exhausted, here’s exactly what we did over four days. A good mix of food, coastal towns and just enough wandering to feel like a proper trip without trying to do too much. Day One: Arrival We landed in …
Portland has the kind of shopping that actually makes you want to slow down and look at everything properly. Every store feels intentional and every item feels like it was chosen for a reason. Here’s where we spent our time and what made each stop worth it. Bella Funk Bella Funk is a women’s clothing …
Portland Maine has a reputation for incredible food and after this trip I can confirm it is completely deserved. Every meal felt intentional and every place had something worth coming back for. Here’s where we ate and what made each stop memorable. Eventide Oyster Co. I know, I know. Everyone recommends Eventide. But there’s a …
Visiting an oyster farm wasn’t something I had planned for the Portland trip, but it ended up being one of those experiences you don’t see coming and can’t stop talking about after. If you’re heading to Maine and looking for something a little different, this is worth adding to your list. Glidden Point Oyster Farm …
Four days in Portland Maine, two of which are calling for rain, and I’m doing it all in a carry on. If you’ve ever tried to pack light for unpredictable weather you’ll know the challenge. Here’s exactly what made the cut. The Bag Packing cubes are the first thing that go in. They keep everything …
Mexico City has some of the best shopping I’ve come across in any city, and I don’t mean malls or international brands. I mean the kind of stores that feel like they were made for people who care about what they bring home. Here’s what stood out. Happening Roma Norte Happening is one of those …
If the cocktail bars set a high standard in Mexico City, the food kept right up with them. I came in with high expectations and left having eaten some of the best meals of my life. Here’s where we went and what made each place worth it. Contramar This was my absolute favourite meal of …
I’ll be honest, cocktail bars were a big part of our Mexico City trip, and this is the list that came out of it. Four nights, multiple bars, and a genuine effort to try as much as possible. If you’re planning a trip and want to know where to drink, I hope this helps. If …
I went to Mexico City back in November not entirely sure what to expect, and I came back genuinely surprised by how much I loved it. It’s one of those cities that gets under your skin in the best way, and I’ve been thinking about it ever since. The food was the first thing that …