Published inDigital Global Traveler·PinnedMember-onlyWhat Do I Love About Mexico?Its people — I always feel grateful that I’ve met good people here. I love Mexico because I love Mexicans — their friendliness and kindness. I know some people might not agree with this, but I’m just writing about what I’ve been experiencing. If you ask, did I have a bad experience? Of…Digital Global Traveler3 min readDigital Global Traveler3 min read
Published inSharing Food·PinnedMember-onlyMole Poblano: The Complex Sauce That You Don’t Miss to Try in MexicoNo trip to Mexico is complete without trying Mole Poblano. — I can still remember the very first time I tried Mole Poblano. My Mexican friend took me to the lively Mercado Merced. …Food3 min readFood3 min read
PinnedMember-onlyI Finally Saw Van Gogh’s “The Starry Night” in PersonAs I walked into the room, my heart began to rush. I had been staring at it on my laptop for years before finally encountering it in person. The allure of Van Gogh’s name has always fascinated me, alas, his painting career was tragically short-lived. …Travel Writing3 min readTravel Writing3 min read
PinnedMember-onlyOverrated Travel Destination: Los AngelesWhy Los Angeles turned out to be the most overrated place I’ve ever traveled to. Traveling to new destinations is often an exciting and eye-opening experience. However, there are instances when a place doesn’t live up to its reputation. Based on my experience, one such disappointment was my visit to…Travel Writing3 min readTravel Writing3 min read
PinnedMember-onlyThe Billionaire’s Museum in Mexico CitySoumaya Museum is as impressive outside as inside. The idea of building a museum with free entry to provide access to art for people who may not have the means to travel the world or visit expensive exhibitions is indeed a noble and inspiring concept. …Travel Writing4 min readTravel Writing4 min read
22 hours agoMember-onlyWhy Do You Need to Double-Check Your Camera Before Leaving?Because of my carelessness, I missed a lot of moments to shot — On a cloudy Saturday, a soft breeze whispered through the air, and a sudden feeling urged me to explore my neighborhood. Without any plans, I just went with my instincts. As I walked towards Reforma Street, I saw people carrying folding chairs. “Is there a parade on Reforma Street?” I…Photography3 min readPhotography3 min read
2 days agoMember-onlyMexico City in DecemberFrom the city turns red to flower markets, festival fairs, and exquisite illumination. — As December unfolds, bringing us just four weeks away from a new year, time seems to fly. But hold on, have you ever wondered what Mexico City looked like in this month?Travel Writing3 min readTravel Writing3 min read
Published inGlobetrotters·4 days agoMember-onlyWhat Do I Love About Mexico?Its food — Just as I fell for the kindness of the people, I found myself falling in love with the diversity of Mexican food. Growing up in a small town in Indonesia, where rice dominated every meal, and adapting to a place where tortillas were the staple proved challenging. …Travel3 min readTravel3 min read
Published inSharing Food·Nov 29Member-onlyCemita: The Unique Mexican Sandwich from PueblaWhat makes cemita different from other Mexican sandwiches? — Savoring the intriguing Mole Poblano, with its sweet and thick sauce, piqued my curiosity for more unique flavors. After three days in Puebla Centro, I decided to hop on the tourist train heading for Cholula at 8:30 a.m. Following a pleasant 40-minute ride, I finally arrived in Cholula, the home…Food3 min readFood3 min read
Nov 18Member-onlyA Green Oasis in the Middle of the City Buzz Mexico CityI was just walking around my neighborhood when I came upon this cool place — Jardin Botanico Chapultepec. It’s like a secret garden in the middle of the city, with flowers and typical plants.Travel3 min readTravel3 min read
