Polaroid of the Week: Madrid's Stunning Hand-Painted Street Signs

We had just arrived in Guatemala and spent a couple of days in Flores, a picturesque island town on Lake Petén Itzá. One sunny afternoon, lounging on the dock, a friendly Guatemalan anciano (elderly gentleman) approached to chat. He introduced himself as Miguel de San Miguel from the village of San Miguel across the lake. At 85 years old, Miguel had lived his entire life by the lake, dedicating most of it to extracting chicle from sapodilla trees in the nearby jungles. His warmth captivated us,

After nearly two months back in Mexico, weve reaffirmed our love for this paradise—not just Mexico, but the Caribbean itself. Having explored beaches worldwide, nothing rivals the Caribbeans crystal-clear waters, wave-free calm, and powdery white sands. We cherish spots like Koh Rong in Cambodia or Samara in Costa Rica, yet the Caribbean delivers an unparalleled mix of stunning beauty and total relaxation. Though were leaving this idyllic Mexican playa next week, a return to the Caribbean Sea i

When planning my Colombia itinerary, the Amazon wasnt on the list. But travels magic often unfolds through chance encounters—fellow explorers sharing tales of hidden gems that captivate your imagination. Thats how Jardin entered my plans for next week, and Colombias Amazonas region became a recent highlight after an unforgettable trip.Reaching this remote paradise requires a flight from Bogotá to Leticia, Colombias largest Amazon town (population ~35,000), straddling the borders with Brazil and