Otehlia Travels offers one-of-a-kind small group travel experiences and travel planning services that support local communities and inspire real, cross-cultural connection. Our hosted trips are organized by Otehlia Travels, and work directly with local licensed tour guides, businesses, restaurateurs, and transportation services in each country, focusing on women-owned businesses and industries. Our focus is on strengthening our communities through immersive culinary and cultural experiences that take you off the tourist trail. What adventure is calling your name?
Oct 7-13, 2027
Experience not-just-touristy food and culture in and around Mexico City with local guides! Women only, 8 spots
Oct 29-Nov 5, 2026
Experience Día de Muertos with locals, plus more of Oaxaca! Co-ed, 8 spots
July 17-22, 2027
Our original Oaxaca tour for women only featuring the food and culture of Oaxaca. This time it’s during Guelaguetza, the biggest cultural celebration of the year! 8 spots
Jan 26-31, 2028
Spend 6 days in Oaxaca with other women and explore the beauty and richness of the area while nurturing your spirit. Women only, 8 spots
April 15-23, 2027
On this small co-ed group trip you will get to know the gorgeous, and less tourist-filled center of the island. This is the “real” Puerto Rico, nestled among coffee farms, lush mountains, waterfalls, local agriculture and yes, even a vineyard! Optional San Juan extension to enjoy the coastal classics – beaches, history and rainforest.
May 28-June 6, 2027
Most people travel to the Pacific side of Costa Rica, but what about the Caribbean side? Join a group of women and encounter stunning pristine beaches, sunrises and sunsets, macaws flying overhead, and cultural influences from the Indigenous, Afro- Caribbean and Hispanic communities. The food and cultural richness is like no other!
On a food tour you expect to enjoy your sense of taste. Otehlia made sure all senses were heightened! The smells of food, beach, jungle. The sights: lush plants, lovely water, animals particularly the fish when snorkeling. The sound of the birds, waves, sea breeze, even a howler monkey! Not only eating the local food, helping make it while learning about the culture behind it. Super fun tour! SO glad I went!
Julia P.
November 6, 2026 in Budget Travel Food and Drink Food Tour Latin America Mexico
Oaxaca is one of the most popular places to visit during Day of the Dead, or Día de (Los) Muertos as it is called in Oaxaca. It’s an incredibly profound experience, aside from the colorful parades, and costumes, it’s a deeply spiritual time of year to visit. Día de Muertos spans over 7 days (Oct 27-Nov 2) and is full of celebrations and color.
August 21, 2026 in Budget Travel Food and Drink Food Tour Latin America Mexico
Querétaro is home to about 1 million people, and is just 3 hours northwest of Mexico city and has its own airport. (I flew ORD-IAH to QTO.) It’s also Mexico’s second-largest wine producing region and a great spot for solo travel. Querétaro is known for pink stone streets and beautiful historic monuments. Here are 5 reasons Querétaro should be on your travel bucket list and when to go.
June 22, 2026 in Budget Travel Food and Drink Latin America Mexico
Here are 6 top places and hidden gems to explore around Jayuya, Puerto Rico. From white sand beaches to lush mountains and stunning waterfalls, and from vineyards to coffee farms, there is so much to explore. Jayuya is a great starting point, central on the island and close to all of these must visit spots.
June 4, 2026 in Budget Travel Food and Drink Latin America Mexico
Here are three tourist activities I recommend doing in Mexico City (and how to make the most of your visit.) Sometimes popular tourist attractions are not worth the hype – or are overcrowded. But knowing when and how to enjoy them can make all the difference! Also, what isn’t the right activity for someone may end up being your favorite experience. Here are my recommendations.
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