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17 Best Restaurants Not to Miss in Antigua Guatemala

Last Updated: January 2, 2023 · Guatemala

From Guatemalan street food and hole-in-the-wall cafes to upscale French bistros and rooftop bars, there are so many drool-worthy places to eat in Antigua Guatemala. The restaurant scene in Antigua is arguably the best in the country; there’s just about every flavor to fit any preference and budget.

In fact, it’s thanks to all the restaurants here that made being a digital nomad in Antigua so satisfying! During the one month+ we spent in Antigua, we made sure to eat out as much as we could and take advantage of the city’s myriad restaurants, bars, and cafes.

In this guide, you’ll discover the best places to eat and drink in Antigua Guatemala on a short or extended itinerary. While most locations offer budget-friendly eats, you’ll find that there are some locations with prices you’d expect to see in cities across popular destinations in Europe or North America.

Nonetheless, here are our favorite places to eat, drink, and be merry in Antigua! Note — all prices are estimations and aim to give you an idea of the price per person, considering food + drink combined.

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Best Restaurants in Antigua Guatemala
1. Caoba Organic Farms
2. Kombu Ramen Shop
3. Hector’s Bistro
4. Samsara
5. Frida’s
6. La Bruja
7. Antigua Brewing Company
8. Luna de Miel
9. Cactus Taco Shop
10. La Fonda de la Calle Real
11. Once Once
12. Saberíco
13. Fernando’s Kaffee
14. Vice de la Casbah
15. Pitaya Juice Bar
16. Rainbow Café
17. La Cuevita de Los Urquizú

Best Restaurants in Antigua Guatemala

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Exploring around Antigua for a few days? If so, make sure to bookmark these guides:

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  • 3 Days in Antigua — The Perfect Itinerary
  • Everything You Need to Know About Living in Antigua
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1. Caoba Organic Farms

organic chicken burger and fries at caoba farms cafe in antigua guatemala
  • Prices: $$+ | Q100–200 ($15–20+ USD)
  • Menu: Organic farm to table brunch-style fare
  • Location: 5 Avenida Sur Final (south of Antigua – directions)
  • Hours: 8–4 pm (closed Mondays)

Caoba Farms is one of the best restaurants in Antigua — that is if you enjoy a sustainable, farm-to-table meal! They serve organic breakfast and lunch right at their farm. The tables where you eat are on a bed of straw surrounded by plants and greenery, making the atmosphere welcoming and friendly.

Beyond the farm-to-table experience, Caoba Farms boasts a weekly flea market, sunrise yoga and aerial classes, a butterfly sanctuary, and an on-site organic shop where you can buy all the fresh vegetables, fruits, plants, and seeds that are grown on the farm. You are also free to explore the farm and the nursery before or after you eat!

The Caoba Farms Café is unknown to many travelers, yet remains popular among locals and expats. If you’re seeking to step beyond the downtown touristy zone in Antigua, then walk 20-minutes to Caoba Farms or hop in an Uber.

2. Kombu Ramen Shop

vegan gyoza dumplings at Kombu Ramen Shop
people dining inside the Kombu Ramen Shop Restaurant in Antigua Guatemala
japanese ramen noodle bowl from kombu ramen shop in antigua guatemala
  • Prices: $$ | Q75–150 ($10–15 USD)
  • Menu: Japanese-Inspired, Locally-Influenced
  • Location: 1a Avenida Sur 19C (directions)
  • Hours: 12–3pm and 6–9pm (closed Mon–Tues)

For AUTHENTIC Japanese ramen, head to Kombu! Honestly, Kombu Ramen Shop whips up the best Japanese ramen and gyozas. It’s by far the best I’ve ever had this side of the Pacific.

Everything about the Kombu Ramen Shop — from the dim, cozy lighting to the kitchen-front bar, and, of course, the food itself — was delightful. Come hungry, leave happy. That’s basically Kombu Ramen Shop in four words.

As Guatemala’s first and only ramen shop, you cannot miss out on a meal at Kombu. The owners, I believe, lived and learned in Japan and then came back to Guatemala to merge their passions for both cultures together.

My only regret is that I didn’t come here more often!

Tip: Go early to snag a spot! Seating is limited, so you may have to wait outside until a table or space at the bar clears up.

3. Hector’s Bistro

cozy dining tables at Hector's Bistro restaurant in Antigua Guatemala
plate of grilled salmon with roasted vegetables at Hectors Bistro restaurant in Antigua
bowl of fresh pasta from Hector's Bistro restaurant
  • Prices: $$+ | Q100–200 ($12–25 USD)
  • Menu: French & International
  • Location: 6a Calle Poniente 24 (directions)
  • Hours: 12:30–9pm (open ’til 10pm on weekends)

Hector’s Bistro is the restaurant to go to in Antigua Guatemala for a special night out!

Headed by a Parisian-trained chef, Hector’s is a French-inspired bistro tucked off the street in Antigua with a hidden inner courtyard and trickling fountain. There is an attached craft microbrewery as well — Cerveceria 14 — which you can order drinks from to go with your meal (separate tickets).

When we went, Paul ordered fresh fish of the day. It came beautifully plated on a bed of cauliflower purée with roasted veggies drizzled with reduced balsamic vinaigrette. It was sooo scrumptious, I envied his meal! My pasta, which was delicious, couldn’t compare — so in case you go, get something you wouldn’t cook at home!

4. Samsara

plate of plant-based food from Samsara restaurant in Antigua Guatemala
  • Prices: $+ | Q40-100 ($5-12 USD)
  • Menu: Vegetarian & Vegan-Friendly
  • Location: 7a Avenida Sur 03001 (directions)
  • Hours: 7am–10pm

Right down the street from Hector’s Bistro you’ll find one of the best vegan cafes in Antigua — Samsara.

We absolutely loved this quirky and cozy vegan and vegetarian cafe. It is earthy in all the ways you’d expect from a vegan-friendly cafe, with rooty drinks, healthy bowls with seeds and superfruits, and a laid-back vibe. They serve everything from vegan pasta to hearty soups and homemade kombucha lemonade!

What’s more, Samsara is budget-friendly and the meals are always copious. I don’t think we ever left feeling hungry. In fact, it was quite the opposite — we always left feeling energized and full of renewing plant-based foods. And while we didn’t get the chance to try it, we were told by vegan friends of ours that their breakfast was killer!

Not only is Samsara’s one of the best places to eat, but it’s also one of the cheapest restaurants in Antigua Guatemala, too!

5. Frida’s

fresh tuna tacos at Frida's Restaurant in Antigua Guatemala
fresh seafood tostada served at Frida's Mexican restaurant in Antigua Guatemala
  • Prices: $$-$$$ | Q150-300+ ($20-35 USD)
  • Menu: Upscale Mexican
  • Location: 5a Avenida Norte #29 Calle del Arco (directions)
  • Hours: 12–10pm (opens 10am on Sundays)

Frida’s is no doubt at the top of the list for where to eat in Antigua Guatemala. It has been a traveler favorite for a while now, with mentions on several blogs. We ate here on two separate occasions (once when we first arrived and then again right before leaving) and always had a great time — BUT we always left feeling a little hungry.

When you consider the food, which is always fresh and delicious, plus the ambiance, which is fun and modern, then Frida’s does make an impression. However, I do say it is overpriced, which is most likely due to its location being right beside the famous Santa Catalina Arch (one of the top sights to see in Antigua).

If you have extra funds to spare, then a meal (and a margarita!) at Frida’s won’t disappoint. But if you’re looking for a more laid-back Mexican taco experience, head south of town to Cactus Taco Shop (# 9 below).

6. La Bruja

multicolor plant-based tacos served at La Bruja cafe in Antigua Guatemala
Cozy inner courtyard CC La Fuente in Antigua Guatemala with hedges and fairy lights
  • Prices: $$ | Q100-125+ ($12-15 USD)
  • Menu: Vegan, Plant-based
  • Location: 4ta Calle Oriente inside CC La Fuente courtyard (directions)
  • Hours: 12–8pm

La Bruja is an underrated little plant-based cafe set inside a hidden courtyard, along with a bunch of other cool eats and finds! You can locate it inside the Centro Commerical La Fuente courtyard — one of many “secret” courtyards tucked off the streets of Antigua.

Think creative vegan food at La Bruja. You can BYO vegan burger with a variety of plant-based protein choices such as tempeh, Beyond Meat, tofu, oyster mushrooms, eggplant, quinoa cakes, seitan, and more!

Inside this courtyard, there are a number of restaurants and shops including a Danish tavern bar called Skal that looks really neat! The atmosphere is cozy and super cute. Find it tucked away off Calle Poniente!

7. Antigua Brewing Company

inside the Anituga Brewing Company brewery in Antigua Guatemala
fish and chips bar food at Antigua Brewing Company
creative coktail from Ulew Cocktail Bar in Antigua Guatemala
  • Prices: $$ | Q100-150+ ($12-20 USD)
  • Menu: Gastropub snacks & plates
  • Location: 3a Calle Poniente #4 (directions)
  • Hours: 11am–11pm (’til 1am Fri-Sat)

Surprised that Antigua has breweries?! While Guatemala isn’t particularly known for its craft brewery scene, Antigua is slowly changing that. Now there are three microbreweries in Antigua — Antigua Brewing Company, Cervecería 14, and Antigua Cerveza. 🍻

Antigua Brewing Company is a particular favorite of ours! These guys have it all — melt-in-your-mouth fish & chips and specialty craft beer brewed in-house (I had an awesome sour!), an airy rooftop bar with a perfect view on Volcán Agua, and most importantly, a semi-secret speakeasy whose only entrance is through a red British telephone booth. (Hint: the speakeasy is called Ulew Cocktail Bar!)

Great fun, food, and drinks all in one — what more could you need for a night out in Antigua?

8. Luna de Miel

savory crepe from the Luna de Miel restaurant in Antigua Guatemala
  • Prices: $+ | Q50-100 ($5-12 USD)
  • Menu: French crêpes (savory & sweet)
  • Location: 6a Avenida Norte #40 (directions)
  • Hours: 12–9pm (opens 11am Sat-Sun)

Luna de Miel is one of Antigua’s most popular restaurants — the line is almost neverending here! This French-Chapin crêperie is basically a homegrown factory; crêpes are flying off the griddles at nearly all hours of the day. There is plenty of space with a large covered rooftop terrace to accommodate everyone, though.

As for the crêpes, they’re yummy and filling (about the size of your head, literally), so well-portioned and cheap but overall nothing to rave about! They have “classic” savory and sweet crêpes, but also some very interesting specialty crêpes like their Luna Atrevide with chicken curry, mango, and jalapeños or their Luna Llena with goat cheese, pear, bacon, arugula, and honey. Pair it with a fresh fruit smoothie and voilà! 

We would often take our sweet crêpe to go, and sit down for a savory meal. For dinner (once you get a table, that is), you can be in and out within 20-30 minutes because service is typically fast!

9. Cactus Taco Shop

fish tacos from Cactus Taco Shop in Antigua, Guatemala
menu of Cactus Taco Bar in Antigua
  • Prices: $$ | Q50-150 ($7-15 USD)
  • Menu: Mexican-style street food & drinks
  • Location: 6a Calle Poniente 21 (directions)
  • Hours: 11am–10pm

Cactus Taco Shop is my favorite restaurant in Antigua Guatemala for comfort Mexican food! 🌮 They have delicious fish tacos (for non-pork eaters like me) but with traditional al pastor seasoning which is just scrumptious!

While you can’t compare to true Mexican street tacos, they’re pretty dang good! They are everything you hope for and everything you didn’t know you needed when the craving for tacos hits.

True to style, Cactus Taco Shop is really only a hole-in-the-wall eatery; there are only a few bench-style tables inside, but they also have a cute outdoor garden for sunny days.

10. La Fonda de la Calle Real

caldo real soup from La Fonda de la Calle Real restaurant in Antigua
entrance to La Fonda de la Calle Real restaurant in Antigua
  • Prices: $$+ | Q150-200 ($20-25 USD)
  • Menu: Guatemalan
  • Location: 5a Avenida Norte #12 (directions)
  • Hours: 9–9pm

If you’re searching for typical Guatemalan food in an upscale setting, then you may consider La Fonda de la Calle Real. They’ve expanded into three restaurants over the years, but the one we ate on on Avenida Norte is a former colonial home, with a rich history and beautiful architecture and decor.

La Fonda de la Calle Real has been a classic Antigua restaurant for a couple of decades now (founded 1975). As such, their reputation precedes them — even President Bill Clinton dined here in the 90s!

So, what’s on the menu? While there are grilled meats and other entrées, La Fonda is best known for their homemade caldo real — a hearty chicken broth stew, or their pépian — a traditional Guatemalan stew made from spicy chiles and pumpkin seeds. Both are popular choices and delicious!

Note — All that said, La Fonda has seen better days, I believe, and their popularity may have detracted from what made them special in the first place. Service is rather slow and unattentive, but I’d like to give them another chance and avoid generalizing!

11. Once Once

cozy indoor bar with exposed brick at Once Once in Antigua Guatemala
soy-based vegan tacos from Once Once
vegan pot stickers from Once Once restaurant in Antigua
cozy outdoor courtyard in Antigua Guatemala with Once Once restaurant tables
  • Prices: $$ | Q75-150 ($10-25 USD)
  • Menu: Plant-based, Asian-Mexican-Italian fusion
  • Location: 2a Calle Oriente #22 (directions)
  • Hours: 12–4pm, 6–9pm

Once Once (11:11) is a 100% plant-based restaurant in Antigua Guatemala that combines fan favorites from Asia, Mexico, and Italy.

Their food is delicious whether or you eat meat or not — think fried cauliflower tacos, fresh spring rolls, steamed dumplings, soy-based enchiladas with mole sauce, vegan alfredo ravioli with lemon, and loaded al pastor tacos. Simple and scrumptious – perfect for lunch or a date night out!

Plus, I love the ambiance inside this cozy, airy restaurant which is hidden in another one of Antigua’s hidden gems tucked off the street. You won’t find Once Once unless you know where to look! It’s located inside the courtyard beside Wicho & Charlie’s, located just a block from the 18th-century Convento Capuchinas.

12. Saberíco

plate of typical Guatemalan food and Maya stew from the Saberico Garden Cafe in Antigua Guatemala
  • Prices: $$ | Q100-150 ($12-20 USD)
  • Menu: Healthy comfort food | International & Guatemalan
  • Location: 6a Avenida Sur #6 (directions)
  • Hours: 8:30am–8:30pm

Saberíco is an unassuming little garden café whipping up fresh and healthy Guatemalan and international food. Many visitors describe Saberíco as an oasis in Antigua, and upon first impression, you’d likely agree!

Its inner courtyard is far away from the noise of the street, making it perfect for a slow morning breakfast or brunch. Tables are spaced out under the green garden canopy, where you dine with the chirping of parakeets nearby (—however, I wish management would take better care of the birdies; the cages are empty with zero enrichment and the water was often dirty.)

Overall, Saberíco has a really welcoming laid-back vibe, friendly service, and yummy food and drinks. (Not to mention, I had one of the best kombucha margaritas here.🍹) They also have a healthy food market/deli with organic and artisanal products for purchase at the entrance.

If you’re looking for a calm and quiet place to eat in Antigua, check this garden café out!

13. Fernando’s Kaffee

baked empanada with side salad served at Fernando's Kaffee House in Antigua Guatemala
typical Guatemalan breakfast with veggie omelet, salsa and toast from Fernando's Kaffee coffee house in Antigua Guatemala
  • Prices: $+ | Q50-75 ($7-10 USD)
  • Menu: Brunch, Coffee Roastery & Chocolate Factory
  • Location: 7a Avenida Norte #43 (directions)
  • Hours: 8am–4pm (until 12pm Sundays)

Fernando’s Kaffee is not exactly your typical restaurant, per se, seeing as it’s more a café and chocolate factory offering workshops. Nonetheless, you can’t miss out on a simple and affordable brunch at Fernando’s while in Antigua.

While their all-day breakfast and lunch menu whips up comida tipica of Guatemala — eggs, beans, fried plantain — they also have pastries and snacks, such as baked empanadas, side salads, and cinnamon-sugar churros.

Their coffee comes highly recommended, as well as their hot chocolate made with pure cacao! In fact, taking a chocolate workshop is one of many awesome things to do in Antigua Guatemala.

Side note — if you’re stressed, ask for Misha for some rejuvenating kitty snuggles. 🐈  

14. Vice de la Casbah

neon pink sign displaying "Vice" from the pizzeria restaurant in Antigua Guatemala
pizza dishes and cauliflower wings from Vice de la Casbah rooftop restaurant in Antigua Guatemala
  • Prices: $$+ | Q70-200 ($10-25 USD)
  • Menu: Pizzeria, Craft Cocktails
  • Location: 5a Avenida Norte #30 (directions)
  • Hours: 4–9pm, 12–9pm weekends | closed Mon-Tues

Vice is all in one a rooftop bar, pizzeria, and club located right on the bustling Avenida Norte beside the Santa Catalina Arch!

While I wouldn’t say we had our best meal here, Vice serves up some pretty nice pies (that is, pizzas) and is a fun hangout spot for a night out with friends. While they do have indoor seating, the garden rooftop terrace is where most people want to be. It’s loud and vibrant, so not quite the place for a quiet evening!

If you go during the day, you’ll have one of the best views overlooking Avenida Norte and the iconic colonial arch.

15. Pitaya Juice Bar

fresh wrap and juices from Pitaya Juice Bar in Antigua Guatemala
  • Prices: $+ | Q50-100 ($7-12 USD)
  • Menu: Healthy Breakfast & Brunch
  • Location: 5ta Avenida Sur #19 (directions)
  • Hours: 8am–4pm

Pitaya is another cute “off the beaten track” restaurant in Antigua Guatemala. And no, Pitaya isn’t just a juice bar! They also serve cocina saludable—healthy food!

From breakfast comfort staples like blueberry bowls and giant pancakes to wraps and veggies omelets. For brunch, they serve fresh wraps, salads, and specialty items such as pad thai, grilled salmon, and quinoa bowls. Of course, they also serve up fresh juices and smoothies (Q25-35).

Pitaya also has another location south of town with a mini-golf course and restaurant where you can order heartier meals like pasta and pizza! Plus, they’re pet-friendly! 🐾

16. Rainbow Café

brunch plates of eggs benedict and sub sandwich served at the Rainbow Café in Antigua
plants and wooden tables inside the Rainbow Cafe in Antigua
  • Prices: $+ | Q50-100 ($7-12 USD)
  • Menu: Breakfast & Lunch
  • Location: 7a Avenida Sur (directions)
  • Hours: 8am–4pm | closed Wednesdays

We discovered Rainbow Café one morning when looking for the “best brunch food” in Antigua Guatemala. So, does it live up to the hype? Not particularly, but it’s definitely been a traveler’s hotspot over the years since its foundation in 1992.

I will say that the space is super inviting and cute, with a library in its entrance and a sunny, open-air terrace in its inner courtyard! The food itself is simple yet filling.

Many travelers come to Rainbow Café after returning from a sunrise hike on Pacaya Volcano or overnight trek up Acatenango — I can’t blame them! Here, you can rest and relax, plan your Lake Atitlán itinerary, or read a good book.

17. La Cuevita de Los Urquizú

Maya stews in clay pots from La Cuevita de los Urquizú restaurant in Antigua Guatemala

Photo by La Cuevita de los Urquizu via Facebook

  • Prices: $$ | Q80 ($10 USD)
  • Menu: Typical Guatemalan & Maya
  • Location: 2 Calle Oriente #9 (directions)
  • Hours: 7am–6pm (until 8pm S-S)

Though we didn’t get to try this one last one ourselves, La Cuevita de Los Urquizú is one of the most talked-about restaurants in Antigua if we were to judge by travel guides and books (it was even featured on the Andrew Zimmern show). The menu is traditional and unique with Maya stews that simmer in big earthenware pots, so, while it may have started as a very local hole-in-the-wall shop, it’s now a tourist’s hub.

Planning on taking your travels outside of Antigua or Lake Atitlán? Then don’t forget to grab your Lonely Planet Guatemala guide! 

That said, let’s just say this probably isn’t the best place to eat in Antigua for vegetarians — most of the stews do indeed contain meat, and I’m not just talking about chicken thighs. Look closely, and you’ll find pig head meat and hearts, too (one of the specialties).

If you’re feeling adventurous and curious, why not give it a go? (Let me know if you do come here — I didn’t try it because I no longer eat pork or beef!)

On the search for even more places to eat and things to do in Guatemala? Then you may also enjoy reading…

  • 12 Best Places to Eat in San Pedro La Laguna
  • 10 Amazing Towns to Visit Around Lake Atitlán, Guatemala
  • Ultimate Digital Nomad Guide to Antigua, Guatemala

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💻 WORKING ONLINE
While not all nomads/remote workers have online-specific jobs, it’s the easiest way to sustain an income for full-time or long-term travel. Here are some jobs you can do as a digital nomad!

• Blogging (This is what I do full-time!)
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There are many countries out there offering digital nomad visas, but you don’t even need one to just travel as a tourist and stay in-country for 30, 60, 90, or 180 days. Nomads go everywhere as long as there’s a Wi-Fi connection, some countries you may consider are Portugal, Mexico, Costa Rica, Thailand, Vietnam, Croatia, Canada, Colombia, Indonesia, Brazil, and beyond! Even lesser-known places such as Namibia are starting to offer nomad visas to entice long-term travelers to visit.

🏡 FINDING HOUSING ABROAD
Read my blog post for the full guide on this, but basically, check local Facebook groups for renting local housing for extended stays and then use Airbnbs for shorter stays or to negotiate longer contracts with the owner. There are even more “nomad rental websites” these days to make finding accommodation even easier. Don’t overlook co-living/working spaces too like Selina where the digital nomad community tends to congregate.

💛 EXPLORING LOCALLY/RESPONSIBLY
As always, be mindful and respectful when you visit these communities. Many small towns are struggling with rapid growth and overdevelopment so be mindful of your choices of where you stay, how you spend your money, and who you support.

My best advice + detailed guides are all on the blog, free for you to use! Let me know if you have any questions about digital nomad life! 

Lastly, don’t overthink it. Moving countries isn’t as intimidating as you may think! It’s become second nature for us now after several years! 🐈‍⬛💃🌎✨
I’ve had the wonderful opportunity to discover t I’ve had the wonderful opportunity to discover this incredible country beyond the resorts and beaches, having lived temporarily in 5 out of the 32 Mexican states (Nayarit, Quintana Roo, Chiapas, Oaxaca, and now Baja California Sur) as a digital nomad who’s been slow traveling/living in and out of Mexico since 2018. 

There is so, so much cultural and natural beauty in Mexico — I wish more people could experience this country for themselves and not through the eyes of the media.

***Please visit Mexico as a digital nomad (or tourist in general) responsibly and mindfully. Stay local, eat local, drink local, shop local, support local. Leave No Trace and be conscious of your choices and impact!*** 

Here are the cities/towns we’ve slow traveled/lived in for extended stays.

• Oaxaca City — a colorful, historic open museum rich in indigenous culture and gastronomy 
• San Cristóbal de las Casas — an endearing pueblo mágico in the Chiapas Highlands
• La Paz — the capital city of BCS teeming with marine life, diving, fish tacos, and desert vibes
• San Pancho — an eco-conscious town in Nayarit famous for its sunsets and community
• Tulum — no introduction needed (and I wouldn’t go back here as a nomad due to overdevelopment)

Other great cities/towns/destinations for digital nomads are:

• Guadalajara (state of Jalisco)
• Santiago de Querétaro (state of Querétaro)
• San Miguel de Allende or Guanajuato City (state of Guanajuato)
• Playa del Carmen (state of Quintana Roo)
• Valladolid or Mérida (state of Yucatán)
• México City/CDMX (state of México)
• Sayulita (state of Nayarit)
• Puerto Vallarta (state of Jalisco)
• Puerto Escondido (state of Oaxaca)

I’d love to know what you think about Mexico and where you’ve been in the comments! 🇲🇽💛

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PSA: Your anxiety, problems or (bad) habits will f PSA: Your anxiety, problems or (bad) habits will follow you around the world until you face them no matter how much you travel or move countries 🙃 

I know I’m not the only one that feels restless at times and idolizes moving to a new region/country/continent to shake my feelings of anxiety or self-doubt or fear! (Also, I tend to think about moving to another country even when I just moved to a new one 😅)

I know because I have lived abroad for 8+ years. I used to try to drown out my icky feelings and past traumas with lots of alcohol but now I carry them with me like I do my mismatched socks — they add to the quirkiness and remind me I don’t have to be, and am not, perfect. 

And that life is more interesting that way, anyway. 

Anddd that most importantly, whenever I get lost, I can and will be found again — I just may look and think differently after new adventures but I am still loved and never lost forever 🧦 ✨💛 

In sum, whether you travel full-time or not, take care of yourself ✨💛

#nomadness #nomadlife #lifeofadventure #livingabroad #fulltimetravel #offbeattravel #remoteworklife #homeawayfromhome #slowtravelstories #mentalhealthawarness
The 4 core ingredients to a recharged Bri: 💛 P The 4 core ingredients to a recharged Bri:

💛 Paul
😻 Yoda
🌍 Traveling & adventuring
👩🏼‍💻 Blogging & writing

Among other things like nature, photography, reading, animals, journaling, art, playing Zelda/games, dancing/music, culture/languages, enjoying rly good food and drinks! 😋 

What about you? What recharges you?? 

#rechargemysoul #blogging #adventures #writing #soulfulliving #mindfulliving #mindfultravel #nomadcouple #creativeliving
1 WEEK COSTA RICA ITINERARY👇🦋✨ 🌋 ARENA 1 WEEK COSTA RICA ITINERARY👇🦋✨

🌋 ARENAL // LA FORTUNA (2 days)
- Hike in the Arenal Volcano National Park
- Indulge in a local chocolate/coffee tour (s/o to @northfieldscafe)
- Go on a wildlife safari float (s/o to Raúl for pura vida vibes!)
- Lounge in natural hot springs (highly recommend the budget-friendly Relax Termalitas in Fortuna)
- Visit La Fortuna waterfall
- Check out the Butterfly Conservatory

🦥 QUEPOS // MANUEL ANTONIO (2-3 days)
- Take a guided or DIY tour of Manuel Antonio National Park
- Chill out on the Espadilla beach
- Explore the cute towns
- Watch for wildlife in the trees!

🌿 MONTEVERDE // SANTA ELENA (2 days)
- Visit/hike in the Monteverde Cloud Forest
- Go ziplining
- Birdwatching on a canopy tour
- Monteverde coffee tour
- Do a nature night walk

My sister and I surprised our mom with this bucket list trip on her birthday, and we had a blast! 🥹

Send this itinerary to someone you know who has always wanted to go to Costa Rica 🦋💛✨🌿🦜🐒

#costarica #bucketlisttrip #puravida #costaricaitinerary #lafortuna #manuelantonio #monteverde #ecotourism
Swimming with the biggest fish in the world is a q Swimming with the biggest fish in the world is a quite a humbling experience, and one that’s been at the top of my bucket list for ages! 🥺

Right now is prime whale shark season in La Paz in Baja California Sur, Mexico, so Paul and I made sure to go before we jetted off to see family for the holidays! I’m still in awe of these gentle giants and the fact that we got to swim alongside them!

Read all about the best whale shake tours in La Paz + ethical whale shark tourism in my latest blog post! Link in bio 💛

Send this to a friend who loves whale sharks! 🐳🦈

#whalesharks #lapaz #bajacaliforniasur #ethicaltravel #responsibletravel #ecotourism #golapaz #mexicotravel #bucketlist #seaofcortez
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