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January 30, 2024
Pronounced “say-NO-tay,” a cenote is a natural sinkhole created when the ceiling of limestone bedrock collapses, partially exposing a cave opening into an underground river or waterhole. There are at least 6,000 cenotes or sinkholes scattered throughout the Yucatan Peninsula, thought to have been formed by the meteor that killed the dinosaurs. These freshwater underworlds […]
April 18, 2023
I took my first trip to Mexico in my early 20s – decades ago, and have been going back ever since. My most visited part of Mexico is the Yucatan peninsula and a favorite is the Progreso beach area and surrounding attractions. Most travelers to Mexico have never heard of the town of Progreso. The […]
April 10, 2023
Referred to as “the rainbow city,” gorgeous Campeche enjoys status as both a “pueblos magicos” (magical city) and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Campeche beach and attractions are not to be missed! Located off-the-beaten-path in the Yucatan Peninsula, Campeche offers a diversity of attractions including a well-preserved fortified old town, stunning pastel-colored baroque colonial architecture, […]
April 2, 2023
Road trip Yucatan conjures up so many things to do and see! Vibrant colonial cities, delicious regional Mayan food, unique cultural experiences, and largely undiscovered beaches make the Yucatán state of Mexico an up-and-coming tourist destination. Inland from Cancun and the Riviera Maya which have become crowded, commercial, and very expensive, the Yucatán region offers […]
August 26, 2022
Located at the top of the Yucatan peninsula, Isla Holbox, or Holbox Island (pronounced hole-bosh), is the best Mexican beach destination, hands-down! Think of a dreamy paradise without the crowds and chaos of Tulum or Playa del Carman, with sugar sand translucent turquoise beaches lined with swaying coconut palms. Add to that a colorful boho […]
July 8, 2022
Mérida is one of Mexico’s greatest cultural cities with a rich Mayan heritage. As the capital and center of the Yucatan, this thriving Mayan city also serves as the best hub to explore the nearby colorful colonial-era cities, beautiful tropical beaches, cenotes, and ancient Mayan ruins, all within a two-hour drive in any direction. Twice […]
May 25, 2022
When I first visited Valladolid Yucatan in 2013, I found a charming, Spanish/Mexican colonial town with rows of colorful houses, close to Mayan ruins, and amazing cenotes. It was such a pretty secret gem! Not far from the Yucatan capital of Merida, Valladolid is a delightful Spanish colonial town consisting of narrow cobblestone streets lined […]
April 10, 2020
A lot of people are under the misconception that Izamal isn’t worth visiting because it’s too small and doesn’t offer enough things to do. Nothing could be further from the truth. Mexico’s stunning yellow city holds Spanish colonial treasures to see, but it’s also the perfect place to position yourself to explore a good portion […]
March 4, 2014
When it comes to finding a family-friendly vacation spot that offers perfect weather, vibrant colonial cities, calm crystal-water beaches, important and fun cultural sites, and delicious local cuisine, few places can beat the Yucatán state of Mexico. Mérida, the capital of the Yucatán state, is a great base for exploring the region. The city itself […]
