School
University Of York, University Of La Salle
Expertise
Mexico, UK, Unusual Historical Sites
- After a whirlwind romance that took in Bruges, Istanbul, and Nottingham, Felix left a desk job in London to live and write in Mexico.
- A religious history geek and passionate traveler, he loves to find out-of-the-ordinary customs, traditions, and mythology in the places he visits.
- He has visited over 40 countries on five continents, as well as over 20 Mexican states.
Experience
Felix has been writing since he moved to Mexico in 2018. His previous experience includes writing for Culture Trip, Context Travel, Etihad Airways, BootsnAll Travel, and Choice Hotels. Before plunging into the world of freelance travel writing, he worked in the heritage and culture sector in the UK, specializing in placemaking, built heritage, and community history.
Education
Felix graduated with a B.A. in medieval history from the University of York. He also studied Spanish at the University of La Salle in Mexico City.
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Travel Guides
By Felix Gott
This under-the-radar European capital is making waves in travel circles, boasting rich cultural experiences that are best savored before the crowds catch on.
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Travel Guides
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If you’re seeking a mountain adventure, this secluded European destination offers a less crowded alternative to the bustling Italian Dolomites.
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Travel Guides
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France is filled with historic castles and charming boutiques, and this university town will transport you back to medieval times.
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Destinations
By Felix Gott
If beaches are your happy place, this stretch of coast in Mexico, which boasts the whitest sand of any beach in the world, should go on your bucket list.
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Destinations
By Felix Gott
Italy's Park of the Monsters is an often overlooked odyssey built in the 16th Century where a bizarre garden of unsettling sculptures inspires wonder.
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Destinations
By Felix Gott
Becoming a victim of crime as a tourist is a sure way to ruin a vacation. But one way to avoid pickpockets is to visit this underrated country.
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Travel Guides
By Felix Gott
Many tourists overlook Mexico's second-largest city when planning a vacation, but they're missing out on a rich history and satisfying foodie experience.
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Travel Guides
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While many of Mexico's tourism destinations have become blemished with overdevelopment, one stunning coastline remains an unspoiled site of natural beauty.
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Travel Guides
By Felix Gott
It might not be as famous as its contemporaries in San Francisco or New York, but the Chinatown in this Midwestern metropolis is one of the best in America.
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Travel Guides
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You don't need to travel across the world to experience Italian charms, as this European-style tourist-friendly city in central Mexico is ready and waiting.
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