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Opening a hotel sounds romantic. And yes… it is. But it’s also so much more than I ever imagined. When I decided to start this project, I pictured beautiful rooms, happy guests, slow breakfasts, and meaningful conversations. And while all of that does exist, there are many things nobody tells you about… and those often become the most valuable parts of the journey. Today, I want to share what I’ve truly learned through the process. I learned that details are everything It’s n

If you’ve ever visited Mexico, chances are you’ve seen the colorful cards of the traditional game known as lotería. La lotería is not just a board game. It is a small collection of images that, over time, have become part of the country's cultural memory. Images of la lotería applied in El Diablo y La Sandía What is La Lotería? Lotería is a traditional Mexican game similar to bingo, but instead of numbers, it's played with pictures. Each player has a board with illustrations,

When people ask about the best time to visit Oaxaca, they often expect one answer. But spring — April through early June — has its own kind of beauty. It’s not the coolest season. It’s not the busiest. It doesn’t have the intensity of Día de Muertos or the drama of Guelaguetza. What it has is light, color, and space. Trees in Bloom. Photos by Ana Paula Fuentes. Is Oaxaca Hot in Spring? Yes. By late morning, the sun is strong. May especially can feel intense in the middle o

Christmas in Oaxaca looks different depending on where you’re standing. In my home it is a mix of colors and flavors, shared traditions, and funky little details from our multicultural family — like pepparkakor at the breakfast table. For guests, it’s lights in the streets, warm nights, food everywhere, and a slower rhythm that feels like a break from everything back home. For me , as a host, it’s a mix of preparation, rushed times, and small scenes that don’t always make i