This Life in Trips

Looking back on my 3 days in Porto this week! Can’t wait to return and dip into the cellars again! * * For a recap on my time in Porto including what to see, do, eat and drink, check out this post - https://www.thislifeintrips.com/three-days-in-porto-weekend-itinerary/ (at Porto, Portugal) https://www.instagram.com/p/CBv5YHpJ5_V/?igshid=1w2xmapon3fns

One year ago today, the @Raptors capped off an incredible playoff run by winning it all. How did you celebrate?? 😂 * * Shortly after the win, I spent a long layover in #Toronto touring the city’s #streetart dedicated to the champs. Those were better times and can’t wait for them to run it back when it’s safe to so! Till then, check out this link for more #Raptors murals! 👆 https://www.thislifeintrips.com/where-is-the-kawhi-mural-in-toronto-raptors/ (at Toronto, Ontario) https://www.instagram.com/p/CBYj9EEpBA7/?igshid=metvqt4dudup

What will it take for you to feel safe to travel again? A vaccine? Rapid testing before boarding a plane? PPE for all? * * Like many, I am unsure about when I will feel comfortable to fly again. I have pushed back trips to the fall but think 2021 is more realistic. What say you? Have you put off your travel plans? Or are you ready to get on the next plane once it is deemed OK to do so? https://www.instagram.com/p/CBLfBk2JBUe/?igshid=1hetwobjrxwth

I recently walked through Granville Island and the ghost town it has become. Given it is the busiest tourist attraction in the city, It was weird to say the least. On the positive, many shops are still open so those that visit, its a great place to #supportlocal. * * For a look back at better times (and for a great tour when it’s safe to do so!), check out the write up on my time with @awokaroundchinatown ➡️ https://www.thislifeintrips.com/wok-around-granville-island-food-tour-review/ (at Granville Island) https://www.instagram.com/p/CBBKMobJ_GO/?igshid=71p3zoqemz25

🖤 #blackouttuesday (at Vancouver, British Columbia) https://www.instagram.com/p/CA8GHwIJKHE/?igshid=1a4c74o1fo72d

Normally jammed with tourists, durring the pandemic, Copenhagen’s famous @Tivolicph opened its doors as a temporary daycare! Not surprising given the country that invented #hygge turned an amusement park into a kindergarten! ❤️ 🇩🇰 (at Tivoli Gardens) https://www.instagram.com/p/CAvI3cJJSQ2/?igshid=rzcgmpt1o5ni

Alone. Together. * * For more temporary street art pictures from around downtown Vancouver, check out the latest post on my blog ➡️ https://www.thislifeintrips.com/temporary-vancouver-street-art-robson-street/ (at Vancouver, British Columbia) https://www.instagram.com/p/CAne9o1pZnv/?igshid=gnvo6taf53qp

Vancouver! Even though we can't travel right now, we can still eat our way around the globe! Support local and check out the link in my profile for my favourite Vancouver eateries working hard to keep us fed! 😋 (at Vancouver, British Columbia) https://www.instagram.com/p/B_XqAmDJUf5/?igshid=2bh2k4pcxhms

Coyoacán Market • • • Mexico City, 🇲🇽 (at Centro de Coyoacán) https://www.instagram.com/p/B-xFaGnp2B9/?igshid=io1m6trv42g5

Finding peace in an otherwise hectic Centro. • - Mexico City, 🇲🇽 https://www.thislifeintrips.com/3-days-in-mexico-city-what-to-see-do-eat-and-drink/ (at Centro (Mexico City)) https://www.instagram.com/p/B-M9FHoJ0cW/?igshid=14cephfx4keqm

Thinking about better days taking in the views of the Palacio de Bellas Artes in Mexico City! . . Hot tip: For a great view of its uniquely coloured ombre dome roof, head to the observation deck of the neighbouring Torre Latinoamericana! . . For more tips on how to tackle Mexico City, check out the latest post on my blog. ☝️ https://www.thislifeintrips.com/3-days-in-mexico-city-what-to-see-do-eat-and-drink/ (at Palacio de Bellas Artes) https://www.instagram.com/p/B969kZBJ635/?igshid=xbqojeoijngd

Of all the amazing places I ate at while in Mexico City, @aguaysaldf was my absolute favourite. This is saying a lot given I happily ate Al Pastor tacos everyday! Their beautifully plated ceviche and amazing Shrimp Panuchos (think open-faced taco on a fried tortilla) won me over. I will be back! 🤤 . . For more of my favourite places to eat and drink at in Mexico City, check out the latest post on my blog. ⬆️ https://www.thislifeintrips.com/3-days-in-mexico-city-what-to-see-do-eat-and-drink/ (at Agua y Sal Cebichería) https://www.instagram.com/p/B9FGKccpobE/?igshid=1q2g14cxcagm1

*NEW* on the blog - My take on what to see, do, eat & drink with 3 days in Mexico City! For the full breakdown of my favourite activities and eats, check out the latest post on my blog —> https://www.thislifeintrips.com/3-days-in-mexico-city-what-to-see-do-eat-and-drink/ 🇲🇽👍 (at Ángel de la Independencia) https://www.instagram.com/p/B89N9IQJK24/?igshid=gqiehljr0v86

Europe or Mexico? 🤔 * * https://www.thislifeintrips.com/24-hours-in-mexico-city-layover-what-to-see-do/ https://www.instagram.com/p/B8bk4g6J-7S/?igshid=1fpyp1hsewbuv

By far the coolest thing I did while in Mexico City was tour Teotihuacán with @UrbanAdventures. Where else can you climb a 2,000 year old pyramid and not get thrown in jail? * * For more pictures and details on this head scratching ancient city, check out this post in my blog 👉 https://www.thislifeintrips.com/tips-on-visiting-teotihuacan-mexico-citys-ancient-pyramids/ https://www.instagram.com/p/B71Hyr_pRdt/?igshid=15cf5m77372t4

Teotihuacán, Mexico. You are mind blowing. 🤯https://www.thislifeintrips.com/tips-on-visiting-teotihuacan-mexico-citys-ancient-pyramids/ (at Teotihuacán) https://www.instagram.com/p/B7oJJfTpsTF/?igshid=1qbvhicy12j82

The mighty Al Pastor! Marinated pork cooked on a vertical spit and topped with a flying wedge of pineapple. 😋 🌮 • • Check out the link below to find out how this seemingly out of place taco preparation found its way into the hearts (and stomachs) of México City! 👆 https://www.thislifeintrips.com/touring-la-condesa-taquerias-with-tasty-bites-food-tours/ (at El Tizoncito) https://www.instagram.com/p/B7Y-qwkJG0n/?igshid=k3lpcwo5p1r6