Digital Nomad Diaries: Mexico City
Sometimes, the most fun is just doing nothing.
I did nothing for 6 days in Mexico City, and I have zero regrets.
How I got here
Let me rewind a little. After 6 weeks in Colombia, I went back to the US for two weeks, and while I had the best time, it was anything but restful. First, a super fun weekend in New Jersey with my girls from WHOA Travel, where all of us trip leaders get together once a year to connect, learn, and get ready for more hikes around the world. Then I went to my first travel writer's retreat in Southern California with Dylan Grace, which left me genuinely inspired to get back to being creative. I tapped into some parts that I haven’t accessed in a while, and the group of women Dylan brought together was an amazing bonus.
So after all of that, your girl needed some rest.
Doing nothing, intentionally
Here's the thing about returning somewhere you've already been: the pressure is completely off. Mexico City isn't new for me. I did so much here last year that this time around, I felt zero guilt about being a hermit. A few meals, a walk in the park, a lot of work from my favorite Boicot Café in Condesa, and that was mostly it. Exactly what I needed.
Of the few things I did venture out for, I finally tried the Michelin star tacos at Taquería El Califa de León, which is the world's only Michelin-starred taco spot. I had a beautiful dinner with a friend from France who happened to be in town at the same time, at Expendio de Maiz, a unique restaurant where they serve everyone the same dish at the same time, and you can sit and have as many courses as you want. I wandered around Parque Mexico, which is one of my favorite spots in the city. And I attempted, again, to visit the famous Biblioteca Vasconcelos, and was foiled again because it was closed for Holy Week. One day.
The beauty of going back
Long-term travel has this reputation for being nonstop, and sometimes it is. But this week was a good reminder of why I love returning to places I already know. No agenda, no must-see list, no guilt about staying in. Just a city I like, a café I trust, and the permission to slow all the way down.
Quick guide: Mexico City low-key edition
Boicot Café in Condesa for a reliable work spot
Taquería El Califa de León for the world's only Michelin star tacos
Expendio de Maiz for a beautiful dinner
Parque Mexico for a walk and some fresh air
Biblioteca Vasconcelos (check it's actually open before you go)
