Tikal Before Dawn: New Perspectives, Things That Go Bump in the Night, and the Sublime
There is something profound about standing atop Tikal’s famed Temple IV as the first light of dawn breaks over the jungle canopy. A sunrise expedition to Tikal, Guatemala’s most iconic archaeological site, is more than just another tour — it’s…
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Mexico Sues Google Over Gulf of Mexico Name Change
Mexico has sued Google for updating its maps platforms, renaming the Gulf of Mexico the “Gulf of America.” The name change followed an edict…
Why Xcalak is the Mexican Caribbean’s Final Frontier
Only an hour away from Mahahual’s hordes of rowdy cruisegoers, this tiny fishing village feels like the final frontier of Mexico’s Caribbean Riviera —…
Mérida Pride 2025: ‘Diversity Advances’ With a March Down the Paseo
“No turning back, diversity advances” is the slogan for the 2025 Pride March in Yucatán.
The Great Queso de Bola Crisis: Yucatán’s Culinary Emergency
Alarm bells are ringing across Yucatán, but there’s no fire, and it’s too early for a hurricane. It’s the queso de bola crisis of…
Mexico Sues Google Over Gulf of Mexico Name Change
Mexico has sued Google for updating its maps platforms, renaming the Gulf of Mexico the “Gulf of America.” The name change followed an edict…
Why Xcalak is the Mexican Caribbean’s Final Frontier
Only an hour away from Mahahual’s hordes of rowdy cruisegoers, this tiny fishing village feels like the final frontier of Mexico’s Caribbean Riviera —…
Mérida Pride 2025: ‘Diversity Advances’ With a March Down the Paseo
“No turning back, diversity advances” is the slogan for the 2025 Pride March in Yucatán.
The Great Queso de Bola Crisis: Yucatán’s Culinary Emergency
Alarm bells are ringing across Yucatán, but there’s no fire, and it’s too early for a hurricane. It’s the queso de bola crisis of…
The Great Queso de Bola Crisis: Yucatán’s Culinary Emergency
Alarm bells are ringing across Yucatán, but there’s no fire, and it’s too early for a hurricane. It’s the queso de bola crisis of 2025.
Lifestyle
Mérida-Bound Flight From Miami Makes Emergency Landing In Cuba
A Viva Aerobus flight from Miami to Mérida was forced to divert to Havana on…
The Frustratingly Vague Legal Status of Marijuana in Mexico
There is no other way to put it: Marijuana legislation in Mexico is a confusing…
Debate: Va y Ven Buses Are Wonderful, and in the Red
A political debate over public transportation in Mérida is a personal issue for Charlie Lopez,…
Karen Rauch Carter Sets Us Straight About the Art of Feng Shui
Karen Rauch Carter, a renowned feng shui expert, author, and consultant living in Mérida, has…
Lifestyle
Mérida-Bound Flight From Miami Makes Emergency Landing In Cuba
A Viva Aerobus flight from Miami to Mérida was forced to divert to Havana on…
The Frustratingly Vague Legal Status of Marijuana in Mexico
There is no other way to put it: Marijuana legislation in Mexico is a confusing…
Debate: Va y Ven Buses Are Wonderful, and in the Red
A political debate over public transportation in Mérida is a personal issue for Charlie Lopez,…
Karen Rauch Carter Sets Us Straight About the Art of Feng Shui
Karen Rauch Carter, a renowned feng shui expert, author, and consultant living in Mérida, has…
Mérida’s New Tren Maya Museum Highlights Recovered Artifacts
In the Ateneo Peninsular, the new Tren Maya Museum showcases archaeological artifacts recovered during the construction of the Maya train. Though this new museum comprises three good-sized exhibition rooms, it takes up just a fraction of Mérida’s grand Ateneo Peninsular,…
Culture
Assata Akil’s Journey to Authentic Self-Expression in Art and Writing
We have four questions for artist-writer-storyteller Assata Akil about her career and philosophy. And about…
Artist Juan Pueblo Has the Most Open Studio in Mérida
When Juan Pueblo shares his canvas with other artists, he thinks about how rappers work…
The Lacandon Maya, ‘True People’ of the Chiapas Rainforests
The Lacandon Maya (meaning “true people” in their language) are an Indigenous group living in…
Earl Leaf’s Rare Images of Mérida from 1952
American lensman Earl Leaf is known for his candid photos of Hollywood stars. He also…
Culture
Assata Akil’s Journey to Authentic Self-Expression in Art and Writing
We have four questions for artist-writer-storyteller Assata Akil about her career and philosophy. And about…
Artist Juan Pueblo Has the Most Open Studio in Mérida
When Juan Pueblo shares his canvas with other artists, he thinks about how rappers work…
The Lacandon Maya, ‘True People’ of the Chiapas Rainforests
The Lacandon Maya (meaning “true people” in their language) are an Indigenous group living in…
Earl Leaf’s Rare Images of Mérida from 1952
American lensman Earl Leaf is known for his candid photos of Hollywood stars. He also…
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Mérida’s New Tren Maya Museum Highlights Recovered Artifacts
In the Ateneo Peninsular, the new Tren Maya Museum showcases archaeological artifacts recovered during the construction of the Maya train. Though this new museum comprises three good-sized exhibition rooms, it takes up just a fraction of Mérida’s grand Ateneo Peninsular,…
Archaeology
El Naranjo, Guatemala — Exploring the Amazing Realm of Lady Six Sky
The ancient Maya city of El Naranjo, or Wak Kab’nal as it is known in…
The Great Maya City of Ichkabal Rises Once Again
Until recently, the ancient city of Ichkabal remained hidden under thick vegetation in the lush…
New Distance Rules at Chichén Itzá Follow Cheeky Tourist Antics
Weeks after a German tourist became the latest self-entitled visitor to sprint illegally up El…
The Power and Beauty of Oxkintok far beyond Its Core
The ancient Mayan city of Oxkintok is usually overshadowed by Uxmal when it comes to…
Archaeology
El Naranjo, Guatemala — Exploring the Amazing Realm of Lady Six Sky
The ancient Maya city of El Naranjo, or Wak Kab’nal as it is known in…
The Great Maya City of Ichkabal Rises Once Again
Until recently, the ancient city of Ichkabal remained hidden under thick vegetation in the lush…
New Distance Rules at Chichén Itzá Follow Cheeky Tourist Antics
Weeks after a German tourist became the latest self-entitled visitor to sprint illegally up El…
The Power and Beauty of Oxkintok far beyond Its Core
The ancient Mayan city of Oxkintok is usually overshadowed by Uxmal when it comes to…
Cozumel Reefs Stand To Suffer Under Cruise Port Expansion
Plans to expand Cozumel’s cruise terminal have been approved, and the surrounding marine life is at risk.
Nature
Scientists and Tourism Leaders Unite to Preserve Beautiful Bacalar Lagoon
Photographs by Sarah Fassold: @sarahfassold A “Conferencia del Agua” — or Water Conference — brought together hotel…
Mexico Crackdown on Coastal Development: New Zero-Tolerance Approach Underway
In a bold move that signals a major shift in Mexico’s approach to environmental protection,…
The Spring Equinox in Yucatán Goes Beyond Spectacle
The spring equinox in Yucatán takes place around March 20 and 21, marking the moment…
Monarch Butterflies Bounce Back in a Big Way in Mexico
The number of monarch butterflies in Mexico has reportedly increased by 99% during the past…
Nature
Scientists and Tourism Leaders Unite to Preserve Beautiful Bacalar Lagoon
Photographs by Sarah Fassold: @sarahfassold A “Conferencia del Agua” — or Water Conference — brought together hotel…
Mexico Crackdown on Coastal Development: New Zero-Tolerance Approach Underway
In a bold move that signals a major shift in Mexico’s approach to environmental protection,…
The Spring Equinox in Yucatán Goes Beyond Spectacle
The spring equinox in Yucatán takes place around March 20 and 21, marking the moment…
Monarch Butterflies Bounce Back in a Big Way in Mexico
The number of monarch butterflies in Mexico has reportedly increased by 99% during the past…
Artist Juan Pueblo Has the Most Open Studio in Mérida
When Juan Pueblo shares his canvas with other artists, he thinks about how rappers work. “In rap, there is always collaboration between artists. If musicians can do it, why not painters?” says the effusive Mérida-born painter, whose full name is…
People
From Artist and Architect Danh Nguyen, A Fresh Aesthetic
Born in Vietnam and raised in California, Danh Nguyen studied graphic design at the San…
RIP Jorge Guerra, a Mérida artist who brought life and humor to reclaimed wood
The art community is mourning the death of Mérida sculptor Jorge Guerra, known for his…
An architect and a chef’s eco-conscious ranch blends old-world traditions with modern sustainability
Andrea and Gregory Dykstra did not set out to run a full-scale ranching and artisanal…
Jeremiah Tower’s never-ending search for something better
The legendary American chef champions technique over Instagram hype in Yucatán’s evolving food scene
People
From Artist and Architect Danh Nguyen, A Fresh Aesthetic
Born in Vietnam and raised in California, Danh Nguyen studied graphic design at the San…
RIP Jorge Guerra, a Mérida artist who brought life and humor to reclaimed wood
The art community is mourning the death of Mérida sculptor Jorge Guerra, known for his…
An architect and a chef’s eco-conscious ranch blends old-world traditions with modern sustainability
Andrea and Gregory Dykstra did not set out to run a full-scale ranching and artisanal…
Jeremiah Tower’s never-ending search for something better
The legendary American chef champions technique over Instagram hype in Yucatán’s evolving food scene
Five Lots Join Together for One Giant Slice of Paradise
Escape to your private paradise with this breathtaking beach compound nestled along 40 meters of pristine coastline between the well-known Telchac Puerto and the peaceful fishing village of San Crisanto. Embrace the essence of luxury living amidst lush tropical surroundings,…
REAL ESTATE
How Yucatán’s Iconic Pasta Tiles Are Made
Pasta tile floors, practical in a hot and humid climate like Yucatán’s, started emulating decorative…
Showcase of Homes 2024: 6 Fabulous New Private Spaces
Get out your comfortable shoes and prepare to be invited into six luxurious private homes…
Casa Ocea: A View With a Few Rooms
This Chuburná beach home is a testament to the power of collaboration, a love for…
See Inside ‘Casa China,’ Which is on the Market for 40M Pesos
An iconic Chinese-themed house in Col. México is on the market. Its real estate listing…
REAL ESTATE
How Yucatán’s Iconic Pasta Tiles Are Made
Pasta tile floors, practical in a hot and humid climate like Yucatán’s, started emulating decorative…
Showcase of Homes 2024: 6 Fabulous New Private Spaces
Get out your comfortable shoes and prepare to be invited into six luxurious private homes…
Casa Ocea: A View With a Few Rooms
This Chuburná beach home is a testament to the power of collaboration, a love for…
See Inside ‘Casa China,’ Which is on the Market for 40M Pesos
An iconic Chinese-themed house in Col. México is on the market. Its real estate listing…
All Signs Point to Celestún, Yucatán’s Coastal Paradise
The beaches in Celestún attract visitors from all over the country and beyond. Find out more about Celestun, Yucatan’s Coastal Paradise
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The Most Unique Places To Stay in Mérida
Fancy a litle fun with your next fancy getaway? These unique places to stay in Mérida are…
18 Hot Spots to Visit in Mérida to Hang Out
Nothing beats spending time where the locals like to hang out. Check out this list…
The AKEN Mind Mérida Hotel: Modern Oasis with Local Roots
AKEN Hotels & Resorts has unveiled the relaunch of its second property in Mexico, the…
5-Star Tulum resorts for that BoHo Chic experience
If your idea of a perfect getaway involves staying in luxurious accommodations, enjoying world-class dining,…
LODGING
The Most Unique Places To Stay in Mérida
Fancy a litle fun with your next fancy getaway? These unique places to stay in Mérida are…
18 Hot Spots to Visit in Mérida to Hang Out
Nothing beats spending time where the locals like to hang out. Check out this list…
The AKEN Mind Mérida Hotel: Modern Oasis with Local Roots
AKEN Hotels & Resorts has unveiled the relaunch of its second property in Mexico, the…
5-Star Tulum resorts for that BoHo Chic experience
If your idea of a perfect getaway involves staying in luxurious accommodations, enjoying world-class dining,…