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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International
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