Life moves slowly in Tepakán, an authentic Yucatan pueblo
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Life moves slowly in Tepakán, an authentic Yucatan pueblo

Life moves slowly in Tepakán. This small town between Motul and Izamal keeps alive a Yucatán that feels authentic, far from the influence and rhythms of the city. We visited Tepakán on a Saturday and found it exceptionally quiet. The midday heat drives locals away from public spaces, but in the afternoon, families can be…

The legacy of Café Cafico: A father’s gift to his daughters
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The legacy of Café Cafico: A father’s gift to his daughters

In a Mérida experiencing a cultural crossroads, a small Yucatecan family business opens Monday through Saturday in Mérida’s Centro. The aroma of roasted coffee wafting from the shop each morning has become part of the daily routine for those who live and work in the surrounding area. Café Cafico sits a block away from Paseo…

Hennessy’s has a new mission: helping charities help others
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Hennessy’s has a new mission: helping charities help others

Hennessy’s Irish Pub is what you would expect, with the classic wooden and golden finishes, the beer signs, the bottle wall at the bar. However, the arches, tall ceilings, and tiled floor of the old casona remind you that this is Yucatán, not Dublin. Oddly enough, both styles coexist seamlessly.  “Probably the biggest export out…

In Tetiz, a sunflower garden, and the love story behind it, is the main attraction 

In the small Yucatecan town of Tetiz, a sunflower garden stands as a living testimony of the beauty that stems from promises fulfilled. Suut K’iin Lool, modern Mayan for “sunflower,” is the name of this eye-catching attraction, a project started by a young couple with a strong sense of entrepreneurship.  The garden, however, wasn’t always…

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