Travel

I thought divorce at 33 meant failure—until I reinvented my life in Amsterdam

"I felt like a new person, free from expectations and from the life I once thought I wanted."

Nov 5 •

Alexis Mera Damen

Two nights in Brussels

Where to wander, eat, drink, and chill like a local.

Oct 29 •

Alexis Mera Damen

Does life have its own plan for us?

Also, I'm looking for tips to entertain my 9 y.o. niece... help!

Aug 1 •

Alexis Mera Damen

How to live your best life in Mallorca

Mallorca travel diary: beaches, food, and my top 3 highlights.

Jun 5 •

Alexis Mera Damen

Travel Diary: A workation in Praia da Luz, Portugal

I'm already scoping out plans to return next year!

Mar 6 •

Alexis Mera Damen

Cool Shit #1: Walking, gua sha, and 4-hour work days

AKA things that have recently brought me joy.

Mar 2 •

Alexis Mera Damen

How things are going in Praia da Luz.

Feb 14 •

Alexis Mera Damen

Photo Diary: Changing Views in Praia da Luz

Feb 11 •

Alexis Mera Damen

Photo Diary: Amsterdam Morning at Home

An impromptu at home photo shoot during the pandemic.

Feb 1 •

Alexis Mera Damen

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