Latin America

Puerto Vallarta has many cultural experiences that will enrich your family holiday time in the sun. Ways to enjoy Puerto Vallarta culture on your vacation.

Mexico

Follow the Sun to Puerto Vallarta Culture Festivals

By Claudia

Do you feel it? There’s a chill starting in the air… it’s time to start planning a winter getaway to Puerto Vallarta! You know that Puerto Vallarta has beaches, sunshine and great resorts, but this Mexican vacay hotspot is much more than just a beach getaway. This popular sun destination offers a multitude of cultural experiences that will enrich your family holiday time in the sun. Here’s just a sample of the many opportunities to enjoy Puerto Vallarta culture. Many Ways to Enjoy Puerto…

Mexico

Beach + Sun Fun in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico

By Claudia

Our spring break cruise stopped in three Mexican cities during our one week holiday. By far, Puerto Vallarta, was our favorite port of call. It had been over 25 years since my last visit to what was then a sleepier seaside town. Today, Puerto Vallarta is a bustling and busy tourist center that regularly tops ‘Best or Most Romantic or Favorite Beach Destination’ lists from Conde Nast, About.com and Trip Advisor. The charming resort town of Puerto Vallarta is located in the state of Jalisco…

Latin America

Win a ToursByLocals guided tour and help Passports with Purpose

By Claudia

At the Travelling Mom, we’re big on education through travel. We love learning about a new place, its history, unique story, and the traditions that make it special to locals and visitors. While we always try to learn as much as we can before we visit a new destination, it can be tough to research and know everything before we go. Like many savvy travellers, we’ve employed local guides to help discover and unlock new cities, places, and sites like…

There's something special in the waters off Playa Conchal Costa Rica. Living lights of ocean phosphorescence are tiny marine organisms rarely found.

Costa Rica, Latin America

The living lights of Playa Conchal, Costa Rica

By Claudia

The waters of Guanacaste have a secret. An organism living in the warm waters of the Pacific that can only be seen at night. Aimee knew exactly what it was; she’d seen it before. “Phosphorescence!” Like fireflies, the tiny creatures light up with the gentle agitation of our hands moving back and forth in the dark water. Instantly, the phosphorescence appeared as if by magic – bluish green light emanating from our fingertips and on our faces as we splashed….

Sun or snow for spring break? Our best spring break travel tips for family fun.

British Columbia, California, Family Travel, Hawaii, Mexico, Planning, Skiing, Travel Tips, Whistler

Sun or Snow? Spring Break Travel Tips for Families

By Claudia

Yes, spring break is only one month away for many of us. But fear not! It’s not too late to plan a great mid-winter holiday. The difficulty may first be deciding whether you want a sun or snow spring break holiday for your week(s) away. Given the cruel winter that many of us have had, a sunny destination may be the only option, versus a snow-based vacay. Whatever your fancy, we have some great spring break travel tips to help you choose the…