Mérida’s Revamped Plaza Grande: 1 Year Later
It has been nearly a year since Mérida’s Plaza Grande, the city’s historic central square, reopened. But public opinion remains divided. While officials say the changes modernize the space, many residents argue the remodel was unnecessary and has stripped the…
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CULTURE & LIFESTYLE
CULTURE & LIFESTYLE
Artisan Village of Dzityá Prepares for 24th Annual Tunich Fair
The artisan village of Dzityá will transform into a cultural hub from July 25 to Aug. 3 as it hosts the 24th edition of…
Blessing Ceremony Marks Century of Growth for Mérida Printing GiantYucatán Magazine’s printer, Uniprint, gets a big blessing
Shareholders, executives and employees of Uniprint gathered yesterday for a blessing ceremony at the company’s headquarters in Mérida’s Santa Ana neighborhood. The unassuming facility…
Shared Histories: Bonds Between Mexico and Türkiye Run Surprisingly Deep
Mexico and Türkiye are cradles of some of the world’s oldest civilizations. Surprising similarities still exist today.
El Cuyo Beach Festival: Summer Fun For 2 Weekends
Officials in Tizimín announced a packed summer schedule for the El Cuyo Beach Festival 2025, aimed at boosting the economy of this remote fishing…
Mérida’s Revamped Plaza Grande: 1 Year Later
It has been nearly a year since Mérida’s Plaza Grande, the city’s historic central square, reopened. But public opinion remains divided. While officials say…
Va y Ven Bus Service Cuts Hit Thousands of Passengers in YucatánBus operators begin reducing service over unpaid bills, affecting commuters across Mérida and beyond
Passengers across Yucatán face longer waits and crowded buses as operators of the Va y Ven system began cutting service Thursday, citing unpaid bills…
Beaches in Sisal and Celestún are Sargassum Free, Unlike the Caribbean
While Caribbean resort towns, like Cancún, Tulum, and Playa del Carmen, grapple with persistent sargassum invasions, Yucatán’s coastline remains almost entirely clear. The state’s…
Animaya Zoo Grows Greener and More Engaging Every Day
Over the past 15 years since its official opening, the Animaya Zoo has gone from 99 acres of rock quarry to one of Mérida’s…
It’s Not Just Another Café. Cafetería Pop is an Icon and Part of Mérida’s Soul.
Some places simply become part of Mérida’s soul. For over five decades, Cafetería Pop has been one of these places. It’s more than just a café. Cafetería Pop is a gathering point that has witnessed generations unfold. Inaugurated on April…
NEWS
Uber Raises Fares Up to 7% in Mexico, Cites New Labor Costs
Uber Mexico announced fare increases of up to 7% across the country, blaming new labor…
Va y Ven Bus Service Cuts Hit Thousands of Passengers in YucatánBus operators begin reducing service over unpaid bills, affecting commuters across Mérida and beyond
Passengers across Yucatán face longer waits and crowded buses as operators of the Va y…
Artisan Village of Dzityá Prepares for 24th Annual Tunich Fair
The artisan village of Dzityá will transform into a cultural hub from July 25 to…
Blackouts in Yucatán Continue as CFE Schedules New Power Cuts
Temperatures along the coast are expected to reach almost 90°F / 32°C under sunny skies…
US Treasury Extends Deadline for Mexican Bank Sanctions to September
The US Treasury Department extended until Sept. 4 a deadline for sanctions targeting three Mexican…
Mexico Residency Requirements Drop Slightly for 2025
Mexico’s daily minimum wage rose 12% to 278.80 pesos ($13.75) as of January 1, but…
Protestors Smash Windows, Blaming ‘Gringos’ for Gentrification in Mexico
Mass tourism protests turned violent in Mexico City Friday. The demonstrations reflect growing tensions over…
Why Va y Ven Buses and License Plates Are Turning MaroonWhether you’re driving or taking the bus, you’re taking the ruling party’s branding with you.
Public buses in Yucatán are changing from blue to maroon as the current government replaces…
Lifestyle
Where to Find the Best Barbacoa Hidalguense in Mérida
Unlike the grilled meats commonly associated with “barbecue” elsewhere, authentic Mexican barbacoa is entirely different…
New O’Horán Hospital Marks Latest Chapter in its 470-Year History
The new O’Horán Hospital, which is scheduled to open in December, is a direct descendant…
Potential Archaeological Find Halts New Fresko Supermarket Next to Costco
For 10 years, Costco has had its parking-lot cenote. And its would-be rival next door…
A New Time Zone for Yucatán?
The Federal Electricity Commission (CFE) has thrown its support behind a proposal to pair Quintana…
Shared Histories: Bonds Between Mexico and Türkiye Run Surprisingly Deep
Mexico and Türkiye are cradles of some of the world’s oldest civilizations. Surprising similarities still exist today.
HISTORY
Cinco de Mayo: That’s Mexican Independence Day, right? Wrong.
In much of the world, there exists a misconception that May 5th is some sort…
A Worker’s Dream: How a Lottery Built the Dolores Patrón Neighborhood
In the crisp morning air of Feb. 1, 1928, Yucatán Gov. Dr. Álvaro Torre Díaz…
Enormous Progreso Pier Has Stood Strong for 84 Years
Progreso’s maritime pier, the longest in the world, turned 80 last weekend.
Known by many names and for various roles, Plaza Grande is ever-changing
After its radical renovation over the last few months and ahead of the Independence Day…
Culture
El Cuyo Beach Festival: Summer Fun For 2 Weekends
Officials in Tizimín announced a packed summer schedule for the El Cuyo Beach Festival 2025,…
Mérida Celebrates 43 Years of the Traditional Vaquería Yucateca Performances
Mérida’s weekly celebration of its cultural heritage continued Monday night as the city marked 43…
What to Expect As Mexico City Prepares to Celebrate its 700th Anniversary
Celebrations are gearing up for the 700th anniversary of the founding of Tenochtitlán by the…
Retrospective of Gabriel Ramírez Aznar, More Than the ‘Mexican Matisse’
‘Gesto y color: El legado de Gabriel Ramírez Aznar’ is a fiery retrospective of Yucatán’s…
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How the ‘Star Wars’ Between Calakmul and Tikal Changed the Maya World ForeverCalakmul VS Tikal, the conflict that defined an era.
The multi-generational conflict between the Mayan cities of Tikal and Calakmul, referred to as the “Star Wars,” was a series of intense political and military struggles during the later centuries of the Classic Period (250–900 CE). These wars were not…
Archaeology
Maya Astronomy: Celestial Knowledge and Sacred TimekeepingHow the Maya created one of the most precise calendar systems in the ancient world
The Maya civilization, renowned for its sophisticated understanding of astronomy, developed a precise system of…
How the ‘Star Wars’ Between Calakmul and Tikal Changed the Maya World ForeverCalakmul VS Tikal, the conflict that defined an era.
The multi-generational conflict between the Mayan cities of Tikal and Calakmul, referred to as the…
Ek Balam Tourist Hospitalized After Fall at One of Mexico’s Last Climbable PyramidsMan taken to hospital after slipping on steep ancient stairs
A visitor suffered serious injuries after falling on the main pyramid at the Ek Balam…
Xcunyá: Discover Archaeology and Wildlife in Mérida’s Jungle to the North
Xcunyá is a community of roughly 1,000 people, though this is likely to change as…
Archaeology
Ek Balam Tourist Hospitalized After Fall at One of Mexico’s Last Climbable PyramidsMan taken to hospital after slipping on steep ancient stairs
A visitor suffered serious injuries after falling on the main pyramid at the Ek Balam…
Xcunyá: Discover Archaeology and Wildlife in Mérida’s Jungle to the North
Xcunyá is a community of roughly 1,000 people, though this is likely to change as…
The Best 5 Crowd-Free Archaeological Sites To Explore in Yucatán
The Mexican state of Yucatán is home to some of the most famous and most…
Potential Archaeological Find Halts New Fresko Supermarket Next to Costco
For 10 years, Costco has had its parking-lot cenote. And its would-be rival next door…
It’s Even Worse: Record Sargassum Deluge Chokes Caribbean BeachesQuintana Roo took in more sargassum in three days than what would have arrived during a whole month last year.
Record amounts of ugly, unsightly sargassum seaweed are washing ashore across the Caribbean, hitting 37.5 million metric tons (41.3 million short tons) in May 2025. The thick brown algae mats are overwhelming beaches from Puerto Rico to Mexico’s Yucatán Peninsula,…
Nature
Mexico Approves Forest Clearing for New Tren Maya Freight Depot
Mexico’s environmental ministry has authorized clearing 47 hectares (116 acres) of forest in Yucatán to…
Guardians of the Coast Fight to Save Mangroves in YucatánA recent environmental enforcement operation in San Felipe reveals ongoing challenges in protecting mangrove ecosystems
Federal and state authorities descended on San Felipe today for the second time in 11…
Lobster Season in Yucatán Begins: Thousands of Fishermen to Harvest One of Mexico’s Most Valuable Seafood Exports
The 2025 lobster season in Yucatán has begun, marking the start of an eight-month harvest…
2025 Hurricane Season: A Cautious Eye on the Horizon for the Yucatán Peninsula
As the official 2025 Atlantic hurricane season entered its fourth week, an unusual quiet has…
Nature
Beaches in Sisal and Celestún are Sargassum Free, Unlike the Caribbean
While Caribbean resort towns, like Cancún, Tulum, and Playa del Carmen, grapple with persistent sargassum…
It’s Even Worse: Record Sargassum Deluge Chokes Caribbean BeachesQuintana Roo took in more sargassum in three days than what would have arrived during a whole month last year.
Record amounts of ugly, unsightly sargassum seaweed are washing ashore across the Caribbean, hitting 37.5…
Mexico Approves Forest Clearing for New Tren Maya Freight Depot
Mexico’s environmental ministry has authorized clearing 47 hectares (116 acres) of forest in Yucatán to…
Guardians of the Coast Fight to Save Mangroves in YucatánA recent environmental enforcement operation in San Felipe reveals ongoing challenges in protecting mangrove ecosystems
Federal and state authorities descended on San Felipe today for the second time in 11…
Gary Sandblom, 80, Paved Way for Voters in Mexico
Mérida has lost a dedicated leader and friend with the passing of Gary Sandblom at age 80 at his home in Durango, Colorado.
People
Henry Daniel: A Dancer/Scholar Choreographs the Future of AI
In some ways, Dr. Henry Daniel is exactly what you would expect from a professional…
Yucatecan Boy, 7, in Bangkok to Compete for Muay Thai World Cup
Faraz Monroy Obledo has made history as the first Mexican 7-year-old to train and compete…
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…
People
Henry Daniel: A Dancer/Scholar Choreographs the Future of AI
In some ways, Dr. Henry Daniel is exactly what you would expect from a professional…
Yucatecan Boy, 7, in Bangkok to Compete for Muay Thai World Cup
Faraz Monroy Obledo has made history as the first Mexican 7-year-old to train and compete…
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…
A Mérida Couple Finds Peace in a Weekend Quinta
Photographs by Richard Leo Johnson Around the corner is an early 20th-century movie theater refashioned into someone’s home. Over the back wall is a new home with sleek, white modern walls and endless gardens under development. Down the street are…
REAL ESTATE
Casa Serena: An Architect’s Personal Vision Unfolds in Cabo Norte
A contemporary residence represents something rare in luxury real estate: a home designed by an…
Residential development would transform Tepakán, a tiny village in rural Yucatán
A significant residential development project is under consideration for the small municipality of Tepakán, Yucatan,…
Airbnb advice: 5 things hosts removed from their rentals
Previously, we asked people for some expert Airbnb advice. The question was about income-property essentials…
Colonial Palace: Mérida home for sale turns heads up, down and around
A highlight of the most recent Mérida Showcase of Homes was this stunning Colonial Palace on…
REAL ESTATE
Annual Progreso Home Tour Allows a Look at Beach Life in Yucatán
I’ve learned a lot about living in Yucatán’s coastal communities thanks to the annual Progreso…
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…
Enjoy Authentic Old Mexico @ These Historic Luxury Hotels in Mérida
Travelers are turning to accommodations that offer authentic Ycatan experiences. Find out more with these Historic Luxury Hotels in Mérida
LODGING
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,…
Classy Eco-Chic: The Best Luxury Boutique Hotels in Tulum
For the ultimate in privacy and pampering, check out these luxury boutique hotels in Tulum…
LODGING
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,…
Classy Eco-Chic: The Best Luxury Boutique Hotels in Tulum
For the ultimate in privacy and pampering, check out these luxury boutique hotels in Tulum…