Many cultures around the world share similarities, some of which stand out as lifestyles or habits that my own Western world would probably be smart to adopt. One healthy routine I’ve either seen firsthand or learned about from a local is the daily siesta. We probably all know that afternoon naps are popular in Mexico [...]

One year ago today, I awoke in Connecticut and fell asleep on Isla Mujeres, Mexico. In commemoration of the week of bliss I spent on this tiny isle just about a half hour ferry trip from where vacationers flock to take Cancun holidays, I wish to focus on the negative and recount a not-so-happy tale, [...]