How Close Yucatán Came to Becoming Part of the US
Knowing just how close Yucatán came to becoming part of the US is an important reminder of Yucatán’s independence
JJ’s Go-To Vegan Restaurants and Markets in Mérida
Jennifer “JJ” Johnson left LA for Yucatán, but since fitness is her career, committing to a vegan diet and keeping healthy in the land of panuchos meant looking beyond the low-hanging fruit, so to speak. Here are vegetarian and vegan-friendly restaurants in Mérida and some other resources she’s found. Brunch Muchas Vidas, Calle 49 546,…
How to Prepare for Hurricane Season in Yucatán
As Yucatán braces for the 2024 Hurricane Season preparation is key. Here is a comprehensive guide.
New Bridge Delays Tren Maya Completion Date
Originally scheduled for completion in February, then delayed to April or May, Mexico’s Tren Maya (Mayan Train) project now faces a September target due to revised construction plans. The decision to use a cable-stayed bridge instead of concrete pilings to protect underground caverns along the Cancún to Tulum section of the 950-mile tourist route adds…
Reclaiming X’Tabay: A Conversation with Artists Juana Alicia and Tirso González Araiza
In the heart of the Yucatán Peninsula, a captivating artistic collaboration challenges conventional narratives and redefines the essence of a Maya legend. Muralist Juana Alicia and writer Tirso González Araiza have joined forces to present “La X’Tabay. El libro de los libros” (“The X’Tabay. The Book of Books”), an exhibition on view at the Palacio…
Being an Expat in Yucatán: Here Are the Basics
Merida, Yucatan, is a city of around a million people, with expats living mainly in the 3.5-square-mile Centro Histórico, a series of neighborhoods near the Plaza Grande, or main square where the government and cathedral preside. Just how many? There is no official count, but certainly, expats here number in the thousands. More recently, younger…
3 Reasons to See Banksy Exhibit Before It’s Gone
The much-admired presentation “Banksy: Without Limits” ends this weekend. The exhibit is a globally unique showcase for the works of the elusive English street artist, political activist, and film director. Some 160 originals and prints evoking his secretive stencil techniques are on display right here in Mérida. The exhibition is open at the Yucatán Siglo…
Counterfeit Money is On the Rise in Yucatán
The Bank of Mexico (Banxico) analyzed nearly 1,000 suspected counterfeit bills and coins, including foreign currency, from the Yucatan region during the first quarter of 2024. An average of 11 pieces of fake currency were snagged every day in January, February and March. Banxico is currently analyzing the banknotes and coins to determine their authenticity….
Aerus Flights Link Yucatán to Villahermosa, Cancún, and Cozumel
The Yucatán region will see a significant increase in its air connectivity with the addition of Aerus Airlines’ new Mérida-Villahermosa, Mérida-Cancún, and Chichén Itzá-Cozumel flights. The Secretariat of Tourism Development (Sefotur) announced that Aerus will utilize both the Mérida and Chichén Itzá international airports. During a press conference, Aerus Airlines Commercial Director Miguel Legorreta Hernández…
Time to Vote for “The Best of Yucatán”
Nominate your favorite place or professional as we begin our first-ever Best of Yucatán contest.
Mérida Businesses Get a Major Internet Upgrade With Underseas Cables
Liberty Networks, an internet infrastructure company serving Latin America and the Caribbean, has opened a new connection point in Mérida. This will provide faster speeds, better reliability, and easier connections to the United States for businesses in the region. The new point of presence (PoP) is part of Florida-based Liberty Networks’ ongoing investment in the…
From Inside Her Octopus Fridge, Artist Claribel Calderius Discusses Her Latest Work in Mérida
An artist-to-artist conversation in a most unconventional art studio.
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, where every day feels like a getaway. You will immerse yourself in the tranquility of…
Best Places in Mexico to Experience the 2024 Total Solar Eclipse
On Monday, April 8, a spectacular total solar eclipse will be visible across a swath of North America. When the moon completely obscures the sun, the sky will darken, temperatures will drop, and the sun’s spectacular outer atmosphere, the corona, will briefly be visible. It’s a truly awe-inspiring experience. To get the most out of…
Here Are 2 Historic Mexican Drinks That Are OK for Lent
Giving up beer and cocktails for Lent? Here are a couple of refreshing drinks that are customary — and refreshing — in Mexico this time of year.
The Best of Yucatán: Support Your Favorite Businesses
Which restaurant makes the most authentic pasta dish? Which rock band fills you most with joy? Which cantina or bar calls your name when you want to get out of the house? Which hair salon handles your highlights best?
Direct Atlanta-Mérida Flights Are Back
The air route between Mérida and Atlanta returned on Thursday, as promised. Flights appear to be daily for the time being, but so far are more sporadically scheduled into the summer low season. So fliers have three Eastern Seaboard destinations to choose from: Miami, Orlando or Atlanta. Dallas and Houston also connect to Mérida. But…
Swedish Monarchs Skip the Train on the Way to Uxmal
The king and queen of Sweden decided not to hop the Tren Maya after all, but we can only speculate why. The train ride to Uxmal was scheduled for Tuesday, but they went by car instead, with no official statement to explain the change. Media outlets pointed out that environmentalists had pressured them to skip…
Gastronomic Corridor: Mérida’s Calle 47 Restaurant Guide
We continue to add new restaurants to our Food on 47 Guide, and judging from all the construction we see, we’ll be updating this list again soon.
Yucatán Magazine No. 13: is Our First Destinations Issue
Getaways for the Yucatán-based adventurer, from Izamal to the Sea of Cortez. We take the Tren Maya to Palenque and learn our readers’ favorite day trips. Plus, a preview of the upcoming book “Inside Yucatán” by Vendome Press. Two specialty chefs go into business without a restaurant, and an art-studio visit with Claribel Calderius and her “octopus fridge.”
‘Betty’: Dodge’s New Book Looks at the 1st ‘First Encounter’
In the 10 years Dave O. Dodge has been living in Mérida, he has worn at least three hats: innkeeper, tour guide, and travel writer. Just over two years ago, he announced the release of his first-ever published book, The Seasons of Grace, the unauthorized story of author Grace Metalious. Metalious, a New Hampshire native,…
5 Who Made Mérida the Boxing Capital of the World
To the rhythm of uppercuts and jabs, the former world champions Gustavo “Guty” Espadas, Miguel Canto, Freddie “Chato” Castillo, Lupe Madera and Juan Herrera made Mérida the capital of boxing. With their sporting exploits of the 1970s and 1980s, five men born in the same place around the same time put the state of Yucatán on the international…
Should I Restore or Build New? The Age-Old Question
The easy bargains are gone. For property hunters with dollars that weakened while the Mexican currency became the “super peso.” Plus, demand is up for Mérida properties that 10 or 15 years ago might have been had for a song. So, it’s time for a strategy. Some tips from pros: Your key considerations when deciding…
King and Queen of Sweden to Hop a Ride on the Tren Maya
Sweden’s King Carl XVI Gustaf and his wife Queen Silvia will be the first royal passengers on the newly inaugurated rail line
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