Your insider's guide to Mexico off the beaten path
Melissa Douglas 
There are plenty of things to do in Chiapa de Corzo to warrant spending a couple of days in the charming pueblo magico during your time in Chiapas state. However, for the most part, it is largely overlooked. If anything, it is only seen as a place to stop briefly en route to either San … Read more
If you decide to spend a night or two in the colorful colonial port city of Campeche during your time in the Yucatan (and you should!), you are probably eager to learn about the best hotels in Campeche. For now, at least, Campeche flies largely under the radar. The entire state of Campeche is the … Read more
If you are traveling to Mexico’s Yucatan region for the first time and are looking to treat yourself to an indulgent, boutique hotel stay, there are plenty of gorgeous luxury hotels in Merida to choose from. Many are set inside grand colonial mansions or renovated haciendas and are a far cry from boring cookie-cutter hotel … Read more
You might be interested in learning about the best Mayan ruins in the Yucatan if you are planning a trip to the Yucatan peninsula and you have a keen interest in learning about the region’s history. Chichen Itza, one of the new seven wonders of the world, is no doubt the most famous archeological site … Read more
Mexico vs Colombia? Which country should you visit if you are traveling to Latin America and you only have time to dedicate to one? If you are on the fence about whether you should plan a trip to Mexico or Colombia, it can be overwhelming to make a decision. Mexico is perhaps best known for … Read more
Mexico quotes can make nice accompaniments to the stunning travel photos that you have taken while exploring Mexico. Whether you are uploading your photos to Instagram or organizing them into a photo album or scrapbook, it can be nice to write beautiful Mexico quotes and Mexico Instagram captions beside them. Alternatively, perhaps you are at … Read more
Visiting Chichen Itza is a highlight of any trip to the Yucatan and for a lot of people, it is their entire raison d’etre for venturing into this part of the world in the first place. The ancient Mayan city is one of the new seven wonders of the world and has enjoyed UNESCO-protected status … Read more
Is Merida worth visiting? If you are planning a trip to the Mexican Yucatan, the cultural capital of Merida may well be one of the destinations high on your radar. But is Merida worth visiting? And if so, how much or how little time should you dedicate to exploring the city? This guide has been … Read more
Is Quintana Roo safe to travel to in 2023? You might be concerned about traveling to the Yucatan peninsula state if this is your first trip to Mexico. After all, the country doesn’t always have the best reputation for safety, and it often seems as though Mexico is in the media for all the wrong … Read more
There are lots of incredible things to do in the Yucatan peninsula that will keep you occupied for days on end. From gorgeous Caribbean beaches that boast soft, powdery white sands and translucent turquoise waters, to ancient Mayan cities, quaint colonial towns, and unique gastronomy, this region has something for everyone. The Yucatan peninsula is … Read more