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PESOS IN MY POCKET
stories from a budget traveler + surfer gal
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i'm katia, a california girl that has spent 4 years living, traveling, and working abroad. feel free to explore my adventure travel guides -- from hidden gems of mexico, surfing perfect points, high altitude mountains, and more :)
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First time tips for Cuernavaca, Mexico: the city of eternal spring
Visit Cuernavaca, Morelos on a budget in 2024, an authentic getaway from Mexico City!
Aug 19, 20246 min read
Surfing the Central Coast of California: Beginner to Intermediate Guide
A guide to the Central Coast for beginner and intermediate surfers (Santa Cruz, San Luis Obispo, Santa Barbara, and Ventura surf spots)
Jun 30, 202412 min read
3 Days in San Francisco on a Budget (and public transit)
My favorite spots in the San Francisco for first-time visitors and locals alike.
Jun 23, 202411 min read
Hiking Pico de Orizaba with a guide: 2024 experience on a budget
Our story of (nearly) summiting the highest point in Mexico, Pico de Orizaba!
May 28, 202410 min read
What to See in Guadalajara for First-Timers
Seeing Guadalajara, Mexico on a budget for first time visitors: culture, food, and nearby adventures!
May 21, 20246 min read
Palenque Budget Tips and Daytrips
Your guide to seeing the Palenque archaelogical ruins, Bonampak, Agua Azul, and Misol Há waterfall on a budget.
May 9, 20246 min read
Solo traveling Cañon de Sumidero, Chiapas
Cañon de Sumidero is in my top 10 places I've been in Mexico! This canyon was nominated as a natural wonder of the world
Apr 26, 20246 min read
Visit El Tajin and Papantla, one of Mexico's best kept secrets
How to get to El Tajin, Mexico on public transport and on a budget 2024
Apr 22, 20244 min read
My Top 10 Mexico City Neighborhoods
my top 10 mexico city neighborhoods. the classic tourist spots and some residential areas you’ve never heard of!
Apr 5, 20246 min read
Best Daytrips from Mexico City 2024
all my favorite daytrips from mexico city on public transport
Mar 26, 20249 min read
Your Guide to Summiting Iztaccihuatl: Mexico’s Third Highest Peak!
my first hand experience summitting iztaccihuatl volcano in mexico with a guide
Mar 15, 20249 min read
Things to Do in León, Guanajuato, Mexico on a Budget
your tips to visiting leon, the biggest city in guanajuato, mexico and an underrated destination!
Mar 11, 20244 min read
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