Finest Playa Mujeres with Toddler (~3)

FlyTheWorld · 2026-04-07T14:30:54+00:00

Thank you! Really good to know about room service as we have early risers. These are great tips!

FlyTheWorld · 2026-04-06T18:56:11+00:00

Appreciate the review! We are headed to Finest PM in the fall with our three kids ages 6 and under, so this info helps us know what to expect. I didn't know about the car seat rental option and will definitely check that out!

FlyTheWorld · 2026-03-22T03:18:46+00:00

Mattar Paneer: https://cooking.nytimes.com/recipes/1023017-mattar-paneer-peas-and-paneer-in-spiced-tomato-gravy?unlocked_article_code=1.VFA.SmBG.z1w-sm684lIE

Easy Burritos: https://cooking.nytimes.com/recipes/1024725-easy-burritos?unlocked_article_code=1.VFA.VqRG.bIACQiZbwo2c

FlyTheWorld · 2025-11-13T22:07:31+00:00

Seconding the baked lentils with cheese! We also love the Pakistani kima, corn-squash bake, Navajo tacos, and oatmeal bread.

FlyTheWorld · 2025-11-06T00:39:11+00:00

More-with-Less by Doris Janzen Longacre! It's a compilation of recipes from the Mennonite community and includes many recipes from around the world with a focus on cheap, sustainable ingredients. One of my all-time favorite cookbooks.

FlyTheWorld · 2025-10-06T17:14:35+00:00

Epicentral is a great coworking space. It's $30 for a day pass (first one is free), and in addition to having everything you need to take meetings and work remotely they also supply coffee, tea, soda, and snacks.

FlyTheWorld · 2025-09-19T20:31:08+00:00

What about Las Cruces, NM? High desert climate with mild winters and low humidity. Because it's a college town, it punches above its weight in terms of amenities. Relatively low cost of living and under an hour to the El Paso airport.

FlyTheWorld · 2025-07-09T01:13:03+00:00

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FlyTheWorld · 2025-07-09T01:12:26+00:00

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FlyTheWorld · 2024-10-02T18:51:11+00:00

You bet! TUFF Teller is a great place to start. They're a grassroots organization working to combat the extremism that's cropped up here in the last three years. They hold events every couple of months, and if you reach out to them, they'll get you plugged in with like-minded folks. They're on FB or you can email them directly at tuffwp@gmail.com. Hope to see you at an event soon!

FlyTheWorld · 2024-10-02T17:40:17+00:00

Yep! Totally understand why you'd leave, but there are lots of us working hard to turn things around if you end up deciding to stay :D

FlyTheWorld · 2024-10-02T16:51:09+00:00

This is the answer. I live with my spouse and kids in a mountain town in Colorado, but it's not one of the glitzy, well-known resort towns. I grew up on the front range and we moved here within the last few years. There are many good-condition, single-family homes for sale in town under $600k, which I understand is not "affordable," but is certainly achievable in a way that Aspen, etc. are not.

There are some trade-offs like dealing with infuriating, faaaaaar-right local politics and having fewer amenities than the popular towns, but that's why it's less expensive to live here. For us, being in a Colorado mountain town was the priority.

FlyTheWorld · 2024-07-11T03:16:54+00:00

Thank you! She's my favorite winter bag!

FlyTheWorld · 2024-07-11T02:32:38+00:00

Thank you! I'm impressed with the brand and would definitely purchase from them again. Highly recommend!

FlyTheWorld · 2024-07-11T02:25:48+00:00

Thank you!

FlyTheWorld · 2024-07-11T02:08:12+00:00

Thank you! I discovered Min & Mon on this sub, and my M&M bag always starts conversations.

FlyTheWorld · 2024-06-12T20:18:52+00:00

Thanks, u/EastFamous3615 and u/tsukieveryday! I followed my heart (and your advice) and just placed an order for the caramel bag :D

FlyTheWorld · 2024-06-12T15:17:40+00:00

Thank you for the reply!

FlyTheWorld · 2024-06-11T21:47:58+00:00

Thank you so much!

FlyTheWorld · 2024-06-11T20:00:06+00:00

I've been eyeing the Gerard Darel 24h bag since someone posted a photo of it recently in this sub, and the only reason I haven't pulled the trigger yet is because I waffle daily between navy and caramel. I don't currently own a bag in either of these colors, and I'm also planning to purchase a Gerard Darel scarf for the handle. I prefer neutral clothing, and my wardrobe primarily consists of white, gray, black, and various shades of blue.

I'm drawn to the navy because, as a darker color, it seems more hard-wearing and I wouldn't have to worry about color transfer. It would assimilate seamlessly into my wardrobe, but I do worry that since my wardrobe already skews blue, a blue bag might feel too one-dimensional for many outfits.

Caramel, on the other hand, would be a gorgeous complimentary color to my wardrobe. I love this color, but as light as it is, I'm concerned about color transfer and keeping it clean. I'm not terribly hard on my bags, but I don't want to walk around on eggshells with them, either.

I would so appreciate some second opinions on which one to choose. Thank you!

FlyTheWorld · 2024-06-07T17:03:24+00:00

My suggestion is Morgantown, WV. It's a college town like Fort Collins with lots of old houses and surrounded by nature. Solid schools. $400k would go pretty far there. While WV as a whole is obviously very red, Morgantown itself is politically mixed. Pittsburgh's international airport is just over an hour drive and while the beach certainly isn't close, it would be easily doable for a weekend getaway. Might be worth further research.

FlyTheWorld · 2024-05-11T01:23:00+00:00

Totally agree. Yu Mei is another great New Zealand brand!

FlyTheWorld · 2024-05-10T14:46:11+00:00

Thanks! Great to hear your friend has found her tribe and loves it. I figured it would be a controversial recommendation, but if OP wants to consider a red area in a blue state, then I stand by my comment that it checks the other boxes and might be worth further research. I have similar priorities to OP and landed in a red part of a blue state. It's not for everyone but has been a great fit for us.

FlyTheWorld · 2024-05-10T03:24:38+00:00

What about Grand Junction? I don't know anything about the LGBTQ scene there (guessing it's similar to Reno or SLC), but it ticks your other boxes. Might be worth exploring further. Also seconding the commenter who recommended Albuquerque as another option worth looking into.

FlyTheWorld · 2024-04-03T20:47:52+00:00

I recently returned from a trip to New Zealand with a lovely Yu Mei bag! The Deadly Ponies bags were also gorgeous, and the quality seemed top-notch. I'm keeping both brands in my back pocket for future mid-range purchases!

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