I’m Simon Jackson, a traveller and writer with family roots in Colombia and Central America. Over the years I’ve combined long journeys — from the Pan American Highway to Brazil’s World Cup — with diary …
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Chiapas: San Cristóbal, Palenque and Jungle Routes
Chiapas offers highland markets, tropical ruins, and rich indigenous cultures. From the cool streets of San Cristóbal to the howler monkey-filled jungles of Palenque, this travel blog traces a journey through one of Mexico’s most diverse and surprising regions.
Continue readingOaxaca: Culture, Colour and Contrasts in Southern Mexico
Oaxaca is a sensory feast: smoky mezcal, complex moles, vivid textiles and towering Zapotec ruins. This in-depth blog guides you through the city’s colonial streets, bustling markets, world-class cuisine, and the ancient ceremonial centre of Monte Albán.
Continue readingPuebla and Orizaba: Baroque Grandeur and Mountain Air
Discover Puebla’s colourful streets, baroque churches, and mole-rich cuisine — then head to Orizaba for mountain views, cable cars, and lesser-known colonial gems in central Mexico.
Continue readingMexico City: Layers of Power, Art, and Ancient Memory
From Aztec ruins and Diego Rivera murals to bustling mercados and leafy suburbs, Mexico City is layered with history, art, and unexpected calm. This immersive guide explores its contrasts — ancient and modern, imperial and indigenous — from the Templo Mayor to Polanco and Coyoacán.
Continue readingMexico: Maya Sites, Colourful Cities & Clear Waters in Yucatán
Yucatán Travel Guide beyond the resorts, from remote Calakmul to Chichén Itzá, to colourful colonial cities, eco-conscious Bacalar and beyond
Continue readingBelize: Coral Reefs, Maya Ruins, and Quiet Charm
Belize moves to a different rhythm, from dazzling coral reefs to majestic Maya ruins, it offers a rare combination of natural beauty, layered history, and easygoing hospitality. English-speaking, small in scale, and shaped by Caribbean, …
Continue readingGuatemala: Land of Volcanoes, Markets, and Maya Memory
Guatemala stirs the soul — from vibrant Maya highlands and colonial Antigua to steaming volcanoes, natural beauty and jungle ruins at Tikal
Continue readingMega Cities of Latin America
Latin America’s megacities — those with populations over 10 million — pulse with energy, each offering a distinct cultural and urban experience. From sprawling business hubs to artistic powerhouses, these cities reflect the complexity and …
Continue readingCoasts, Forests and Riverlands of Latin America
This is the third in a three-part series on the National Parks and Treks of Latin America, focusing on landscapes shaped from above. Iguaçu Falls from Brazilian Side This section turns to landscapes shaped from above, …
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