Theo Brisden

Theo writes about travel, outdoor adventures, and practical tips that help readers explore new destinations with confidence. He especially enjoys scenic routes, nature, and independent travel.

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Boat on the Usumacinta River approaching the jungle landing for Yaxchilán Mayan ruins.

Yaxchilán Mayan Ruins: Reaching the Jungle City by River

A first hand account of traveling from Frontera Corozal to Yaxchilán by boat, exploring the remote Maya city and comparing DIY costs with Palenque tours.

Nov 4, 2026

Traveler rolling luggage on a cobblestone street toward a cathedral-lit plaza in colonial Mexico at dusk.

Where I Stayed in Colonial Mexico: The Bases I’d Choose Again

From Centro splurges to smarter edge-of-center stays, here’s where I slept in Mexico’s colonial cities and what the walk, noise, parking, and onward travel were really like.

Oct 14, 2026