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We are digital nomads slow traveling the world full time, budget and bougie style! Jenn & Leon Travel Blog is for you if you enjoy relationships, history, getting to know local people & communities, are looking for travel & tourism, world culture & cuisine, digital nomadic how to's, tips, tricks & recommendations from 42 countries and counting. We also review restaurants and our Airbnb stays!

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Vote for Your Favorite Mexican Street Art from our Top Ten Picks!

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We have a passion for street art and enjoy capturing it through photography! The sheer amount of art in the cities we explored in the incredible country of Mexico left us amazed. Unable to choose a favorite, we decided to compile our top ten and seek your opinion! Browse through and enjoy - don't forget to vote at the end of the post!


Colorful street art mural of geometric bulls on a yellow background, with "Mexican Street Art" text above. Vibrant and energetic design.






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In no particular order and with full credit to all original artists:


1. The Three Amigos


Colorful graffiti of three monkeys on a wall, each covering eyes, ears, and mouth. Background features stars and vibrant patterns. Energetic vibe.
San Cristobal, Chiapas, Mexico


2. The Bull Heads


Colorful mural with geometric bull heads in shades of blue, red, green against a yellow background. Text reads "Spaik-Román."
San Cristobal, Chiapas, Mexico




3. Tick Tock


Colorful graffiti of a distorted clock face with swirling numbers and arrows. Vivid green, yellow, and black tones on a textured wall.
San Cristobal, Chiapas, Mexico




4. Butterflies & Flowers


Colorful mural of a butterfly and flowers on a wall. Blue, yellow, and pink hues. Sign reads "Av. Huixtla." Bright and vibrant scene.
San Cristobal, Chiapas, Mexico


5. The Lady of Cancun


Mural of a woman's face with Day of the Dead makeup, blue and pink roses in her hair, blue eyes, intricate designs, and a calm expression.
Cancun, Quintana Roo, Mexico




6. Chicken Man


Vibrant mural of a green-skinned creature with fangs and a smoking rooster on its arm. A stylized rooster head is painted in the background.
Tulum, Quintana Roo, Mexico




7. The Sea Heart


Mural of a squid and whale intertwined, forming a heart on a blue swirling background. Bright colors create a dynamic, vibrant scene.
Tulum, Quintana Roo, Mexico


8. Flowers in Her Hair


Colorful mural on a brick wall of a woman with Day of the Dead makeup and vibrant flowers in her hair, conveying a festive mood.
Tulum, Quintana Roo, Mexico




9. Scorpio Stare


Colorful street art depicts a vibrant, abstract face with intricate patterns and blue, green, and orange hues on a sunny corner wall.
Tulum, Quintana Roo Mexico




10. The Skull and Top Hat


Graffiti of a skull-faced figure in a top hat on a brick wall, with vibrant blue, pink, and purple hues, creating a mysterious vibe.
Tulum, Quintana Roo, Mexico



Vote for your favorite!

  • #1 The Three Amigos

  • #2 The Horse Heads

  • #3 Tic Tock

  • #4 Butterflies & Flowers

You can vote for more than one answer.






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Is Tulum worth its much hyped reputation? Take a look at our stay here exploring the central area, the Tulum Ruins, the main strip and restaurants. You can decide for yourself!



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Wanderlog is a free travel planning app for iOS and Android devices that allows users to create trip itineraries, organize flights, hotel and car reservations, view places to visit on a map, and collaborate with friends. It is super handy and has made a big impact on our travel planning. It saves time and is super easy to use!


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