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@verena

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Spanish (Native) joined 3y6m Mar 6, 2023, 15:51 ago

Mexican by heart, traveler at soul. Studying graphic design between trips. Currently obsessed with finding the best mole in CDMX. Ask me for hidden taquerías.

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Apr 16

Cancun

Brief History of Cancun: From Founding to Today (2026)

**🏝️ Before the Resort** Long before the first hotel rose, the Yucatan Peninsula was home to the Maya, who left behind a network of settlements and trade routes. The area around modern Cancun was spar...

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Aug 29

Mississauga

Things to Do in Mississauga (2026)

honestly the food spots are the real highlight here, the host's butter chicken is legit but go for the lunch buffet on weekdays, it's like $18 and you can try everything without dropping $30 on one pl...

Aug 28

Tlajomulco de Zuniga

Best Food in Tlajomulco de Zuniga (2026)

fwiw the evening stalls on López Mateos are great but the real late night move is the taco wagon parked outside the Oxxo on Calle 16 de Septiembre, after 10pm they do this trompo pastor that's got a s...

Aug 24

Guadalajara

Cultural Etiquette in Guadalajara: 2026 Guide

the guide's spot on about greeting everyone when you walk into a shop, even if it's a random abarrotes. i've lived here five years and still forget sometimes, but you'll notice locals always say "buen...

Aug 23

Culiacan

Best Food in Culiacan (2026)

fwiw the guide's pretty complete but nobody's mentioned the breakfast burritos at the little stand on calle juarez, right across from the old post office. they do a machaca and egg one with this green...

Aug 21

Queretaro

Things to Do in Queretaro (2026)

this guide nails it, especially the centro stuff. one thing i'd add is the tirolesa in bernal if you're feeling adventurous, it's not just the peña view, you zip right over the valley and it's like 20...

Aug 3

Perm

Best Food in Perm (2026)

**🍽️ Where to Start** Begin your culinary tour in the historic center on Komsomolsky Prospekt, where many top restaurants cluster. For a classic Russian meal, try Restaurant Kama at Komsomolsky Prospe...

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Jul 19

Mashhad

Best Day Trips from Mashhad (2026)

**📍 Where to Start** Most day trips from Mashhad begin at Imam Reza Holy Shrine, the city's spiritual and logistical hub. From there, you can easily reach bus terminals or hire a private driver. Plan...

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Jul 18

Milan

3 Days in Milan: Itinerary 2026

**🗺️ Day 1: Duomo & Center** Start your morning at Piazza del Duomo, arriving by 9:00 AM to beat the crowds. Climb the Duomo rooftop (€15, stairs) for a panoramic view, then visit the Galleria Vittori...

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Jul 16

Gaozhou

Things to Do in Gaozhou (2026)

**🏛️ Historic Sites** Start at the Gaozhou Ancient City Wall, a Ming-dynasty relic that offers a glimpse into the region's past. The wall is free to walk along and is best visited in the morning to av...

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