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Is Sinaloa Safe? Your 2023 Guide Written by a Local

November 7, 2023November 6, 2023 by Melissa Douglas

Is Sinaloa safe to travel to? The Mexican state of Sinaloa is quite notorious for its links to criminal organisations and the fact that it is one of a handful of places on the “Do Not Travel” list for Mexico, but is Sinaloa really that dangerous?  As someone who has travelled extensively through Sinaloa state, … Read more

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Is Mazatlan Safe to Travel to in 2023? Your Guide by a Local

February 10, 2023 by Melissa Douglas

Is Mazatlan safe to travel to in 2023 and beyond? The matter of safety is likely to be high on your list of concerns if you are planning a trip to the coastal city of Mazatlan.  After all, the city sits in Sinaloa state which has been issued with a “do not travel” warning by … Read more

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Topolobampo Sinaloa: Your Complete 2023 Visitor’s Guide

January 21, 2023 by Melissa Douglas

Topolobampo Sinaloa is a port town and coastal area that sits just 22km away from the city of Los Mochis in Northern Sinaloa. Los Mochis residents will often venture here, and the nearby beaches of Maviri, at weekends when they want to escape to the sea.  It isn’t the most beautiful beach town in Mexico, … Read more

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El Fuerte Sinaloa: Your 2023 Travel Guide to the Home of Zorro

January 21, 2023January 21, 2023 by Melissa Douglas

El Fuerte Sinaloa is a charming pueblo magico in the northern part of the state of Sinaloa. It is one of the most notable scenic stops on the El Chepe railroad route, and a worthy day trip destination from the nearby city of Los Mochis. Local legends tell the story of El Fuerte Sinaloa being … Read more

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Hey, I'm Melissa Douglas! I am a British Travel Writer based in Merida, Mexico with over seven years of experience working in travel media.

My work has been featured in a number of high-profile publications around the globe - including Forbes Travel Guide, The Matador Network, Huffington Post, and The Times of Israel.

After living in Greece for 5 years, I came to Mexico on vacation in January 2022, fell in love, and moved here permanently.

Through this website, I hope to help you explore Mexico "like a local" and uncover the incredible places and experiences that most travellers miss.

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