Coco Beach Resort, Ambergris Caye BELIZE © John Lamkin
Some of John Lamkin’s published articles
This list is ’in process’ and when finished, will be continually updated:
Searching for Panama in Mexico, hats that is
In the center of the small town we saw several tricycle rickshaws waiting for passengers. We were looking for sombreros–hats. Viewing the giant hat sculpture, next to the church, in the village…
The real estate scene for expats on Ambergris Caye, Belize
Ambergris Caye, Belize’s premiere Caribbean getaway
Ambergris Caye (Caye is pronounced key) is one of the Caribbean islands off the coast of Belize, Central America. The official language of the country is English and the currency is fixed to the U.S. Dollar at…
Punta Faro Resort a bit of South American paradise
Victoria House Resort barefoot luxury on Belize’s Ambergris Caye
Hotel Aviá 93, ultra modern luxury in downtown Bogota Colombia
The most crowded island in the world (Photos)
A springtime road trip from Taos, New Mexico to Mesa Verde, Colorado and beyond + Slideshow
Las Terrazas Resort – laid back luxury on Belize’s Ambergris Caye
The Phoenix resort – luxury on Belize’s Ambergris Caye
Viente de Noviembre: a Mexican Maya village opens to tourism
Scottsdale Arizona resort features the artwork of renowned Cuban artist in exile
Ballooning getaway in Northern Arizona
How Halloween was celebrated 6,000 years ago
A trip back through Taos art history: A tour of the home of Eanger Irving Couse
Art, Food & Wine – Taos, New Mexico Traditions
Day of the Dead in a Typical Oaxacan Village
Cusarare Falls, The Place of the Eagle, Tarahumara and Sierra Mountain Lodge
Northern New Mexico Travel – Where Can I Find a Farmers Market in Taos Part 3 – Red Willow Market
Northern New Mexico Travel Info 101 – Where Can I Find a Farmers Market in Taos Part 2
Northern New Mexico Travel Info 101 – Where Can I Find a Farmers Market in Taos Part 1
Slideshow
Toast of Taos: indulgences for all the senses in one of the most spectacular settings in the world
Cerocahui, Chihuahua, Mexico–ancient Spanish mission, Jesuit vineyards and spectacular vistas
Ay Chihuahua – Barrancas de Cobre (Copper Canyon) and Chihuahua City
Now, a practical laptop for the road warrior
My Dream House
Sitting here watching the sunrise on the lagoon—Laguna Bacalar–I recall the time we arrived by canoe at the little cove here and decided that this would be an excellent spot to build a house. It was covered with scrub growth, weeds, some trees, coconut palms and the jungle w …
Dani has a face that only a mother could love, but he doesn’t have a mother – he’s an orphan. Dani is a manatee, sometimes referred to as a sea cow. I guess if he had a mother she would think he was beautiful. The horny seafarers of earlier time …
The Lost Maya City
Picture Gallery by John Lamkin
Cora Amalia, the president of the municipality, affirmed the stories I’d heard for a while. There was a “lost” Maya city in the nearby jungle that rivals Tikal in Guatemala and has a pyramid larger than the one at Palenque in the state of Campeche. …
An Unusual Prison Near Chetumal, Quintana Roo
CERESO Chetumal is a unique prison that has seen no violence in ten years and that has an excellent arts/crafts program that teaches the prisoners and sells to tourists.
Travel Light With a Portable Internet Tablet
With the Nokia N810 Portable Internet Tablet one can carry a multimedia/communications device, only slightly larger than an iPod, that with WiFi is a veritable workhorse.
Tres Orejas, New Mexico—Off the Beaten Track
When visiting Taos, New Mexico an interesting 30 minute side trip is west, across the Rio Grande Gorge Bridge, to the unique community of Tres Orejas. Way “Off the grid.”
Taos, New Mexico Restaurants ‘Green Up’
When visiting Taos, New Mexico the traveler is now assured of being able to find nutritious food. Whether Vegetarian, vegan, locally grown, organic–it is all available.
Travel-Writers Carry an Office in Your Pocket
Writers, business travelers, and other road warriors can now travel lightly and efficiently with Voip Internet telephony technology from Skype, Vonage, SanDisk and U3.
The Value of Belonging to a Travel Writers Group
The benefits of belonging to a travel writers organization are many fold, including networking with fellow writers and being aware of what is happening in the craft.
Fifty and Beyond, a Book for Those 50 and Over
How to keep traveling in your advanced age.
A non-authoritarian approach to fitness and well-being, aimed especially at people approaching and beyond age fifty (50).An inspiration during a time of mid-life for many
Bacalar, Quintana Roo, Mexico–Eco-Destination
The village of Bacalar and Laguna Bacalar, Mexico’s second largest fresh water lake, are fast becoming ecologically sound places to vacation and to consider investment.
Blogging, Microblogging and Social Networking
http://john-lamkin.suite101.com/blogging-microblogging-and-social-networking-a94590
In these days of the Internet, blogging, microblogging and social networking are important tools for the author who wants to get their book and themselves publicized.
I See Your Name Everywhere by PR Guru,Pam Lontos
http://john-lamkin.suite101.com/i-see-your-name-everywhere-by-pr-gurupam-lontos-a114382
In no-nonsense language Pam Lontos and Andrea Brunais present the essentials of PR needed by all self-publishing and other authors to publicize themselves and their books
Cerocahui, the Gem of Mexico’s Copper Canyon
http://john-lamkin.suite101.com/cerocahui-the-gem-of-mexicos-copper-canyon-a114384
A side trip from the Bahuichivo Station of the Chihuahua Pacific Railway takes one to the Cerocahui Valley, on the edge of the Copper Canyon, Mexico’s Grand Canyon.
A Gem Found in the Southern Yucatan Peninsula
http://john-lamkin.suite101.com/a-gem-found-in-the-southern-yucatan-peninsula-a115492
Nestled on Mexico’s Yucatán Peninsula, far from Cancún, travelers can find relaxation and adventure at Rancho Encantado where warm, azure, healing waters lap at the shore
An Interview with Bacalar, Mexico RE/MAX Broker
http://john-lamkin.suite101.com/an-interview-with-bacalar-mexico-remax-broker-a114387
Alejandro “Alex” Apellaniz fled from the bustling Playa del Carmen area, three hours to the north and near Cancun, to the tranquility of the small village Bacalar.
Tuscany, A Closer Look by Robert Luce Seghers-Book review
http://john-lamkin.suite101.com/tuscany-a-closer-look-by-robert-luce-seghers-a114398
In this beautiful book, Tuscany, A Closer Look, author and photographer Seghers presents us with a truly vivid look at the landscape, towns and people of Tuscany, Italy
Publicity for New and Self-Published Authors
http://john-lamkin.suite101.com/publicity-for-new-and-selfpublished-authors-a97632
In this interview Pam Lontos gives savvy consel to authors–whether self-published or with publishers that do not provide publicity support to their little-known authors.
Trazzler, a Vehicle for Expanding Your Markets
http://john-lamkin.suite101.com/trazzler-a-vehicle-for-expanding-your-markets-a94585
Writing for Trazzler is a relative easy way for a writer to get credits in the field of travel journalism. The articles are short, concise vignettes of a place or trip.
Ten Websites Important to Self-Publishing Author
http://john-lamkin.suite101.com/ten-websites-important-to-selfpublishing-author-a98582
When self publishing a book or e-book there are many steps to consider. The Internet contains a wealth of information to help the author. Here are some helpful sites.
Zapotec Indian Weavers of Teotitlán del Valle
http://john-lamkin.suite101.com/zapotec-indian-weavers-of-teotitln-del-valle-a96755
Forty years ago the village of Teotitlán was just dirt streets and basic houses with earth floors, outdoor kitchens and outhouses and very little electricity.
A Celebration of the Worlds Most Fragile Wonders-Book review
http://john-lamkin.suite101.com/a-celebration-of-the-worlds-most-fragile-wonders-a81141
A review of Holly Hughes’ book, “500 Places to See Before They Disappear” published by Frommer’s®. A book that points out what we are losing on the planet and why.
Translator of 16th Century Spanish Mystics
http://john-lamkin.suite101.com/mirabai-starr-a80675
In this interview Mirabai Starr, translator of the 16th Century Spanish mystics, St. Teresa of Avila and St. John of the Cross, shares her insights and motivations.
Interview with Travel Photographer & Journalist
http://john-lamkin.suite101.com/interview-with-travel-photographer-journalist-a80191
Photographer and travel writer Paul Ross, gives some insight into how he works and offers advice to both the beginner and the professional travel writer and photographer.
Mérida, Mexico Museum Displays Catherwood Art
http://john-lamkin.suite101.com/merida-mexico-museum-displays-catherwood-art-a77498
The famous 19th century lithographs of Maya ruins by Frederick Catherwood (1799-1854) can now be seen by the public in a restored mansion in Mérida, Yucatán’s capital.
Social Networking & Web 2.0 for Book Marketing
http://john-lamkin.suite101.com/social-networking-web-20-for-book-marketing-a67685
The author and writer has unlimited potential for self-published book marketing and self promotion through social networking and other innovations of the new web 2.0.
Book Review: The Self-Publishing Manual
http://john-lamkin.suite101.com/book-review-the-selfpublishing-manual-a67474
Poynter’s book leads the writer/author through the complete process of self-publishing from evaluating possibilities of publishing one’s own book to the final product.
Interview with Editor-in-Chief Stephen Kiesling
http://john-lamkin.suite101.com/interview-with-editorinchief-stephen-kiesling-a67322
The author interviewed Spirituality and Health’s editor who was relaxing after leading a travel writing workshop at Rancho Encantado Eco-Resort in Laguna Bacalar, Mexico.
Dani the Manatee—An Endangered Species
http://john-lamkin.suite101.com/dani-the-manateean-endangered-species-a66838
Manatees are considered an endangered species. Get to know this one, Dani, who lives near Chetumal in Laguna Guerrero in the Southern Yucatan Peninsula of Mexico
Interview with Travel Journalist/Photographer
http://john-lamkin.suite101.com/interview-with-travel-journalistphotographer-a66554
Judith Fein, award-winning travel journalist, photographer, filmmaker and teacher, has contributed to over 80 publications and is a regular travel columnist for three.
A Simple On-The-Road Office for Writers
http://john-lamkin.suite101.com/a-simple-ontheroad-office-for-writers-a66594
Most everywhere in the world Internet is available. Here’s what is needed for a laptop-free office on the road: A flash drive or MP3 player, PortableApps Suite and Skype.
Easy Steps for Writers to Self-Publish a Book
http://john-lamkin.suite101.com/writers-selfpublish-your-book-a65239
CreateSpace, Amazon’s new “on demand publishing” program, allows a writer’s self-published book to be in his or her hands quickly with virtually no monetary investment.
Farm land has been disappearing rapidly in Albuquerque’s North Valley in the last few years. New high-end residential development is taking its place. Matt Rembe and family, owners of Los Poblanos Historic Inn & Organic Farm, are doing something about it
“SPA TREATMENTS” read the hand-lettered sign, which seemed perfectly normal…until I remembered I was in a prison, in Mexico!
La Petite Crêpe, A Mexican Culinary Experience
We were having a culinary adventure (and mis-adventure) coming up from the Belize border, heading toward Cancun. On the way down from Cancun we had a quest – find the Peninsula’s best flan. We did, at Rancho Encantado in Bacalar.
BOOK REVIEW: Life is a Trip: The Transformative Magic of Travel
The nature of travel writing has changed, as has travel itself. Today the emphasis is on cultural travel and experiential travel, on learning first hand about the cultures one visits – their customs, their food, and how they think and feel.
We were looking for sombreros–hats. Viewing the giant hat sculpture in the village plaza, there was no doubt we had arrived at the hat-making town of Becal, Campeche, Mexico.
Cerocahui, Mexico: Tarahumara Indians, Jesuits and Wine
…I could have been somewhere in Southern Europe, but I am actually near the edge of the Barrancas de Cobre (Copper Canyon), Mexico’s Grand Canyon. Little did I expect to find ancient vineyards here on top of the world.
Rancho Encantado: Hidden gem of the Yucatán
Nestled on Mexico’s Yucatán Peninsula, far from Cancún, travelers can find relaxation and adventure at Rancho Encantado…
BOOMTOWN (Luxury Avenue Magazine – Pg. 98-100)
Despite the shaky global economy, buyers are still investing in property in CancÒn and on the Riviera Maya. John Lamkin visits some of the new developments taking shape to find out why the region is now one of the best places in the world for value in luxury real estate…
Mexicanos – VIVA MEXICO! (Luxury Avenue Magazine – Summer 2010)
“Mexico is in even more of a party mood this year, finds John Lamkin, as it prepares to celebrate its revolution and independence.”
Luxury Oceanfront Living for Less: Cruising for condos in Cancun …
By John Lamkin. Half a century ago, Cancun and the Riviera Maya, on the Caribbean coast of the Yucatan peninsula, were only blank spaces on the map.
Cuenca, Ecuador – The Next South American Real Estate Boomtown?
By John Lamkin. Perfect spring-like weather year round, reasonable cost of living , great quality of life and a place where luxury real estate values are many—that …
Tulum & Sian Ka’an Real Estate: From Backpacking to Luxe
By John Lamkin. As the whole Caribbean coast of Mexico goes steadily more upscale in its real estate offerings, the ex-backpacker enclave of Tulum and …
Investing in Tranquility — Paradise found in Bacalar
Story and photos by John Lamkin. Few outside of Mexico have heard of Lake Bacalar, even though it lies between the Riviera Maya below Cancun and the hot …
Six Figures
Photo Essay
Snorkeling at Punta Faro Resort, Mucura Island, Colombia, South America
Punta Faro is a luxurious resort situated on a bit of Caribbean paradise, Mucura Island–2 hours from Cartagena, Colombia, South America.
Feature Story
A Very Unusual Mexican Prison
In Mexico, about four hours from Cancun, there is a very unique prison
Feature Story
Cerocahui, a surprise in Mexico’s Barranca de Cobre, Copper Canyon
16th century Jesuits set up missions in the remote regions of Mexico’s Copper Canyon to teach the indigenous Tarahumara Indians “civilized” ways.
Photo Essay
Santa Cruz del Islote, Colombia, the most crowded island in the world
A visit to the most crowded island in the world.
A Luxury Island Getaway – Victoria House Resort, Ambergris Caye, Belize
Susanna and I took a water taxi from the mainland and arrived at one of the main docks of this lively island.
The Westin Kierland Resort in Scottsdale Arizona features the artwork of renowned Cuban artist in exile
The Westin Kierland Resort & Spa’s restaurant, deseo, is showcasing the work of Cuban artist, Nelson Garcia-Miranda. Exiled from his homeland, resident artist Nelson Garcia-Miranda creates works of art live in the deseo lounge.
Santa Cruz del Islote, the most crowded island in the world
Some New Yorkers will say Manhattan when asked what is the most crowded island in the world? The Japanese thought they might have claim to it until they heard about Santa Cruz del Islote, an island located in the Caribbean off the coast of Cartagena, Colombia.
Making a Difference
Bringing Mexico’s Zapotec Indian Culture into the 21st Century
Click here for page 1: Taos Mag 1(pdf), page 2: Taos Mag 2
Taos News Basket Dance
- Basket Dance – Wild Horse Resort and Spa – Taos News image ©John Lamkin
