Andrew Collins

Andrew Collins

Mexico City-based travel writer, editor of Portland, Oregon's The Pearl Magazine.

Most Recent Works

A Perfect 5-Day Itinerary For Mexico City: Culture, Food & Adventure

A Perfect 5-Day Itinerary For Mexico City: Culture, Food & Adventure

In this vast city that’s absolutely packed with fascinating museums and attractions and must-experience restaurants and bars, you can easily find enough to keep you engaged and delighted for a week or even a month. Conversely, as anyone who’s ever attempted to “do” Mexico City during a weekend layover en route to or from one … Continued
Three Perfect Itineraries for Visiting Bryce Canyon National Park

Three Perfect Itineraries for Visiting Bryce Canyon National Park

Bryce Canyon in One Day Begin your day at the visitor center just past the park entrance. Pick up the latest park guide and Junior Ranger booklets for the kids, and watch the 24-minute overview film. Sign up for a ranger-led hike or talk—these are always tremendously fun and informative for adults as well as … Continued
How to Spend 1, 2, or 3 Days Exploring Zion National Park

How to Spend 1, 2, or 3 Days Exploring Zion National Park

Zion in One Day Begin your visit at the Zion Canyon Visitor Center, where outdoor exhibits inform you about the park’s geology, wildlife, history, and trails. Get a taste of what’s in store by viewing the far off Towers of the Virgin, then head to the Court of the Patriarchs viewpoint to take photos and … Continued
3 Great Itineraries for New England, From Connecticut to Maine

3 Great Itineraries for New England, From Connecticut to Maine

Whether it’s your first trip to New England or you vacation here every year, these itineraries will help you explore charming seaside towns and bustling cities, eat at cutting-edge restaurants and the best seafood shacks, and experience both popular spots and hidden gems. Mix and match the itineraries, or use them as a jumping-off point … Continued