I love OATs: Outdoors, Art & Travel
Nature & Outdoors
Puerto Morelos is a relaxing village that has escaped the proliferation of mega resorts in the Mayan Riviera. This small sleepy coastal town (there’s a not-so-pretty side inland, west of the highway) is located between the two busy tourist centres of Playa del Carmen and Cancun. It’s a far cry from party spots like Tulum. …
Playa del Carmen isn’t known as a cultural hub in the Mayan Riviera, what makes it popular is that you can walk everywhere, easy access to beautiful beaches, and its central location for visiting nearby archaeological sites. “Playa”, as locals call it, is a lively spot with tons of hotels and eateries for every taste. …
Dreaming of a turquoise sea with fine sand? Switch your pillow for a hat and go to Playa del Carmen. Even though you have many beach options along the Mayan Riviera in Mexico, what stands out about this small-ish town is that access to the beaches is simple and straightforward. Unlike Cancún or Tulum, you …
The Vrmac Massif resembles a giant, green-sprinkled Toblerone bar emerging from the sea, separating Kotor and Tivat with its rugged hillsides. You can explore this Montenegro natural beauty in different ways as there are several trailheads and interconnected trails with different levels of difficulty. You’ll enjoy scenic views of the bay and the surrounding mountains …
Way before hikers would step on the Ladder of Kotor in pursuit of fabulous views, this historic path took battalions and traders up and down the mountain. I hiked the entire trail, from Kotor to Road P1 and back. Here, I share with you what to expect, photos, tips, and a map with key points. …
A killer view of the Bay of Kotor and the Old Town will be your reward after you go up 1,350 steps following the Kotor city walls up in the hill. The first stone to build this impressive wall was laid in the 9th century. The construction continued until the 14th century and was reinforced …
