Your insider's guide to Mexico off the beaten path
If you happen to be traveling to the Yucatan capital of Merida during late October or November, you may be fortunate enough to have the opportunity to participate in some of the Hanal Pixán celebrations. Hanal Pixan is a distinctly Yucatecan tradition that is celebrated during the Day of the Dead in Merida, and it … Read more
Aké Yucatan is the name of a small pre-Columbian Mayan city and modern-day settlement in the center of the Yucatan state, some 45 minutes/49 km east of the city of Merida. The archaeological site is the main draw here, but in Ake you will also find one of the only functioning henequen haciendas that remains … Read more
Renting a car in Merida can make getting around the Yucatan peninsula a lot easier. It gives you a lot more freedom and flexibility in your schedule rather than depending on buses and public transport. And while ADO buses can be a low-cost and comfortable way of getting to popular historical and tourist sites, they … Read more
If you are considering relocating to the Yucatan, or you have just arrived in the area and you are trying to gauge how much money you are likely to spend each month, you are sure to be interested in understanding what the cost of living in Merida Mexico is like. While Merida is on the … Read more
If you plan on exploring the culturally rich Yucatan peninsula during your trip to Mexico, you might be looking for information on how to make the journey from Merida to Uxmal. The Yucatan capital makes an excellent base for taking day trips out to the various archeological sites, ruins, and cenotes in the region, and … Read more
El Cuyo Yucatan is a small, tranquil fishing village and pristine stretch of coastline that sits in the northeastern part of the Yucatan state. Its paradisical beach boasts miles upon miles of soft, powdery white sand that runs parallel to the translucent turquoise waters of the Gulf of Mexico. This is one of the most … Read more
You have arrived in sunny Cancun! Once you have had your share of tacos, margaritas, and other mouth-watering street food, explored the beautiful coastline, and started working on your tan lines, you may be wondering, what’s next? Below I will go over some of the best day trips from Cancun to make the most of … 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
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