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Mateo Rivas

Mateo covers weekend escapes and outdoor travel, focused on making the most of limited time and getting outside.

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How to Enjoy the Outdoors on Your Travels

Some of the most memorable and rewarding travel experiences come from the outdoors, from stunning landscapes to the simple...

Mateo RivasOct 1, 20264 min read
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How to Make the Most of a Weekend Getaway

Not every trip needs to be a grand, lengthy affair, a well-planned weekend getaway can be a genuine escape that refreshes you...

Mateo RivasOct 1, 20264 min read
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Making the Most of Downtime While You Travel

Every trip contains more downtime than the highlight reel suggests: the long transit, the wait for check-in, the slow afternoon...

Mateo RivasSep 16, 20264 min read
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Travel Photography for Normal People

Travel photography can seem the domain of experts with expensive gear, but capturing great travel memories is within reach of...

Mateo RivasMar 15, 20264 min read
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Planning a Road Trip the Simple Way

A road trip is one of the most freeing ways to travel, with the open road and the ability to go wherever you please.

Mateo RivasNov 29, 20254 min read