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My Mola travels the world in search of unique cultural experiences, the best scuba diving, and the most fascinating fun facts. We are passionate about protecting the environment. We strive to tell the tales of our world, and to share ways in which we can become better stewards of the fascinating planet that we call home.

Scuba Diving, Placencia, Belize

Scuba Diving, Placencia, Belize

Nurse sharks and Oceanic Manta Rays

Placencia, located in the relaxed, southern end of Belize, is a place where everything gets done, but at a far less stressful pace than areas with heavy tourist traffic. Good food and friendly people are easy to find in this colorful village that has long been a favorite of ocean lovers and scuba divers. With this coastal haven as our base, we were able to dive the nearby waters and enjoy multiple days of creature spotting around colorful reefs filled with life.

Exploring the Ruins of Tikal, Guatemala

Exploring the Ruins of Tikal, Guatemala

Tikal was once one of the most important Maya cities in Mesoamerica. The city reached its height from 200 – 900 AD, with an estimated population of nearly 90,000 inhabitants. By the time the Spanish conquistadors arrived in the 16th century, the city was completely swallowed up by the surrounding jungle. This is a stop that is not to be missed on your trip to Guatemala.

Visiting the Great Wall of China at Mutianyu from Beijing

Visiting the Great Wall of China at Mutianyu from Beijing

The Great Wall of China is easily accessible from the center of China’s capital, Beijing, on a day trip. The Mutianyu section of the is one of the best preserved, and most scenic sections of the wall; it traverses thick forests and jagged peaks just within the city limits.

Scuba Diving Huatulco, Mexico

Scuba Diving Huatulco, Mexico

Huatulco, Mexico offers a tropical climate, peaceful scenic beaches and warm ocean waters ideal for a relaxing scuba diving vacation. The dive sites are protected by nine separate bays, so the water is calm and full of life.

How to take the bus from Cabo San Lucas to the Los Cabos International Airport

How to take the bus from Cabo San Lucas to the Los Cabos International Airport

Public buses in Baja are cheap, easy and safe. Here is a short article on where to catch the Ruta del Desierto bus in Cabo Lucas to take it to the Los Cabos International Airport.

Scuba Diving Cabo San Lucas, Mexico

Scuba Diving Cabo San Lucas, Mexico

Cabo San Lucas, Mexico is an excellent scuba diving destination largely due to its location at the southern-most point of Mexico’s Baja peninsula where the Sea of Cortez and Pacific Ocean meet.

Scuba Diving in La Paz, Mexico

Scuba Diving in La Paz, Mexico

Sea Lions and Whale Sharks

Baja’s tranquil seaside capital, La Paz, is one of the most charming cities for R&R on the Baja California Peninsula. It is also one of the best places on the Sea of Cortez for scuba diving and snorkeling. There are over 25 dive sites near the shores of La Paz and diving can be done year-round.

Drive Yourself on a Budget Safari in Kruger National Park,  South Africa

Drive Yourself on a Budget Safari in Kruger National Park, South Africa

You don’t have to spend thousands of dollars to go on Safari in South Africa. At Kruger National Park, spotting the “Big 5” game animals can be as easy as renting a car and going for an afternoon drive.

Where to go for Craft Beer in Melbourne, Australia

Where to go for Craft Beer in Melbourne, Australia

There is a lot of excellent craft brewing happening in Melbourne, Australia and we were lucky enough to sample a good amount of it during a recent visit to this fine city. I don’t know that I could ever choose a favorite, but we did find three brewers who standout in this sea of talented beer makers.

Scuba Diving in Nosy Be, Madagascar

Scuba Diving in Nosy Be, Madagascar

Whale Shark Encounters

For many, Madagascar is a far-off, exotic destination reserved for bucket lists and daydreams, but perhaps it's time to make your dreams come true. Pristine waters, white sand beaches and whale shark sightings are part of everyday life in Nosy Be, and with tourism growing at a rate of 11% each year, now is the time to go.

Daytrip from Cairo to Saqqara, Memphis and Dahshur

Daytrip from Cairo to Saqqara, Memphis and Dahshur

See the Evolution of the Pyramids

Just a short drive away from downtown Cairo, you can see the proving grounds where the Ancient Egyptian Pharaohs of the Old Kingdom developed the technology that allowed them to build the pyramids at Giza. A visit to these sites is a fascinating way to see how the pyramids evolved into the iconic structures that we all recognize today.

How to Travel from Maputo to Ponta do Ouro, Mozambique

How to Travel from Maputo to Ponta do Ouro, Mozambique

An overview on how to get from Maputo to Ponta do Ouro by car, bus and chapa.

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