New Tiffany & Co. Cancun Boutique Opens for Luxury Shopping
Luxury shopping in the Yucatán Peninsula just got a whole lot fancier thanks to Tiffany & Co. Cancún Mexico
New Va y Ven ‘Show Route’ Offers Free Concert Transportation
The Va y Ven Transportation System’s Show Route, launched Saturday, offers the public a comfortable, safe, and free way to attend concerts at the Foro GNP Seguros. Concertgoer Miguel Pérez praised the Show Route as a convenient, worry-free option for enjoying shows, noting the significant savings compared to taking a taxi. The Yucatán Transportation Agency…
Direct flight from Los Angeles books up quickly
The first non-stop flight from LAX to MID has already sold out. The announcement of a new Viva Aerobus route connecting Los Angeles and Yucatán was announced just yesterday. The highly anticipated route to Los Angeles, a long-pursued goal of Yucatán tourism officials, is being introduced as a seasonal offering during the holidays, commencing on…
Environmentalists continue to fight overdevelopment at Isla Holbox
As overdevelopment at Isla Holbox continues, the fragile resort destination on the north coast of the Yucatán Peninsula is suffering from its own success. After holding off massive Cancún-style development, Isla Holbox replaced its urban development plan with a Sustainable Tourism Management Plan in 2014. By 2016, however, the island was out of control. The…
Why Are the Big Trees in Mérida’s Plaza Grande Being Cut Down?
The city says they pose a danger, and promise that 80 newer trees will replace them.
Tulum Tourists Evicted When Police Raid 4 Properties
The Special Prosecutor’s Office for Property Crimes, with support from an aggressive police presence, secured four resort properties in the coastal area of Tulum. Dozens of tourists and employees were evicted from the properties. The reason for the raid was not disclosed. The incident, which took place unexpectedly before 10 a.m. Thursday, drew attention due…
Mary Brown’s takes aim in Mérida’s chicken sandwich war
Wendy’s in Xcanatún has a new neighbor from Canada. Just 900 meters up the street, Mary Brown’s Chicken is serving up hot and fresh competition. That not only turns up the heat for Wendy’s, but also US-based Church’s and KFC, as well as local brands like Flamante and Mitica — all combatants in the chicken sandwich…
At Mérida Teens Club, a Learning Studio Provides Alternative to Conventional School
“Call it a learning studio because in a studio, what do you do? You experiment, you play, right?” says Jenita Lawal.
Earthquakes in Yucatán? Someone’s Always Checking
With recent news of a powerful magnitude 7.2 earthquake that struck Mexico, shaking buildings in the capital and sending people running out into the street, one might wonder about Yucatan’s history with such a natural disaster.
Where to Find the Best Meatless Burgers in Mérida
Merida’s got the meats, but a growing demand for vegetarian and vegan options has restaurants getting creative and serving plant-based deliciousness.
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,…
Say Wepa! Now There’s Puerto Rican Food in Mérida
Spanglish Mid brings the flavors of Puerto Rican food to the capital of Yucatán. Guaranteed easy on the palette.
In Mexico, Trey Speegle Built a Home that Flows Naturally
A talk with artist Trey Speegle and architect Erik González about one of Mérida’s most talked-about new homes.
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…
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…
Flying to Felipe Angeles Airport? Some Travel Tips
Mexico City’s Felipe Angeles Airport is busier than ever. Here is what you need to know to navigate it.
Big Facelift for Already Beautiful Mérida’s Plaza Grande
Major renovations at Mérida’s main square kicked off with a flurry of heavy machinery on Calle 63.
Time to Vote for “The Best of Yucatán”
Nominate your favorite place or professional as we begin our first-ever Best of Yucatán contest.
Durango’s Enigmatic La Ferrería is Mesoamerica’s Northernmost Archaeological Site
Part of what makes Mesoamerican archaeology so spectacular is its vast scope. Whether we are talking about architecture, climate, or geology — this amazing region runs the gamut. These extremes are especially evident the further one gets from the regions one often thinks of as the cultural cores of Mesoamerica — for example, the Maya…
For Expats, Looking Within is a Different Kind of Journey
And there’s definitely baggage involved.
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…
Refreshing and Good for You: The Benefits Of Coconut Water
In some parts of the world, coconut water can be quite expensive, but fortunately, here in Yucatán, it can be had for a bargain.
El Cuyo Is Changing In a Hurry, Whether We Like It Or Not
Tourism has brought a fair deal of prosperity to El Cuyo, but economics aside, locals really should be lauded for pressuring authorities to prevent the construction of highrises that would threaten what makes the beach and community special.
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