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Day of the Dead celebrations: Simple fun or cultural appropriation?
The Day of the Dead, or Día de los Muertos, is a vibrant Mexican holiday celebrating the lives of deceased loved ones. In recent years, the international popularization of this holiday has raised concerns that its celebration by non-Mexicans could…
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Chichén Viejo will make you fall in love with Chichén Itzá all over again
Walking through Chichén Viejo’s arch, the splendor and scope of the site begins to come into focus
Día de Muertos or Janal Pixan: What’s the difference?
As the weeks continue to fly by, Yucatecos are eagerly awaiting the arrival of one of the region’s favorite holidays, Hanal Pixán — Yucatán’s…
Some of Mexico’s greatest living folk art masters brighten the Mundo Maya museum
An exhibit featuring a wide variety of Mexican folk art is now open at El Gran Museo del Mundo Maya. Contemporary pieces from across…
Mexico bullfights continue, and crowds go wild on both sides of the issue
In 2022, a district judge ruled bullfights could no longer be held in Mexico City. Advocates for its complete abolition felt the tide of…
Why is Mérida so safe? Gossipy neighbors, goes one theory
Gossip is the fuel that powers Mérida’s reputation for safety. At least, that’s the theory posited by a top security official from a city…
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New exhibit ‘Dialogue in the Dark’ arrives at Museo de la Luz, Mérida’s light-themed museum
“Dialogue in the Dark” at Mérida’s Museo de la Luz is more than an exhibit;…
5 colorful books to introduce Mexican culture to smart young readers
Kids’ books with Mexican themes are a great way to share your love for the…
Yucatán’s cultural scene shifts under new government leadership
Expect to see the Yucatán Symphony Orchestra (OSY) perform free programs featuring Mexican composers at…
Guided tours of Mexico for this fall and winter
We are pleased to announce three upcoming tours guided by Carlos Rosado van der Gracht…
A new cruise terminal in Chetumal could change the fate of Mexico’s most neglected capital city
Royal Caribbean has announced the construction of a Chetumal cruise terminal. Chetumal’s cruise terminal would…
How Japan took over Mexico’s imagination and media market
Despite the powerful cultural influence of American media in Mexico, another nation has held sway…
Traditional Maya food staples becoming forgotten and going extinct
Magaly del Roció Pech Chuc learned the secrets of Maya food from her mother, Justina…
Despite travel warnings in Zacatecas, the sun shines, along with its silver
Government travel warnings tell us that Zacatecas is not a “safe state” like Nayarit or…
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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…
Mérida’s Plaza Grande facelift: Old shade trees out, modern benches in
Since its start last April, the remodeling of Mérida’s iconic Plaza Grande has raised eyebrows…
San Simón — Beyond Uxmal and Into the Wild
Ten miles south of Uxmal’s majestic ancient Puuc capital is San Simón, a tiny community…
Why Durango may just be Mexico’s most underrated city
Even for most Mexicans and the most intrepid explorers, swaths of the country fly under…
The genius of Café Tacvba’s beautifully chaotic Re
After a first listen, I imagine many people would describe Re as bordering on the…
What to look for and where to pick up the perfect hammock
Even the thought of hammocks is enough to get one in a relaxed mood. Hammocks…
Maya Balloon festival lights skies over Tahmek
The sky over Tahmek was alight with color as the Globo Maya Festival began, marking…
The collapse of a sacred ceiba tree into a cenote is seen as a sign
Last week, the tiny town of Xocén made headlines after a 100-foot-tall ceiba tree collapsed…
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New exhibit ‘Dialogue in the Dark’ arrives at Museo de la Luz, Mérida’s light-themed museum
“Dialogue in the Dark” at Mérida’s Museo de la Luz is more than an exhibit;…
5 colorful books to introduce Mexican culture to smart young readers
Kids’ books with Mexican themes are a great way to share your love for the…
Yucatán’s cultural scene shifts under new government leadership
Expect to see the Yucatán Symphony Orchestra (OSY) perform free programs featuring Mexican composers at…
Guided tours of Mexico for this fall and winter
We are pleased to announce three upcoming tours guided by Carlos Rosado van der Gracht…
A new cruise terminal in Chetumal could change the fate of Mexico’s most neglected capital city
Royal Caribbean has announced the construction of a Chetumal cruise terminal. Chetumal’s cruise terminal would…
How Japan took over Mexico’s imagination and media market
Despite the powerful cultural influence of American media in Mexico, another nation has held sway…
Traditional Maya food staples becoming forgotten and going extinct
Magaly del Roció Pech Chuc learned the secrets of Maya food from her mother, Justina…
Despite travel warnings in Zacatecas, the sun shines, along with its silver
Government travel warnings tell us that Zacatecas is not a “safe state” like Nayarit or…
More Articles
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…
Mérida’s Plaza Grande facelift: Old shade trees out, modern benches in
Since its start last April, the remodeling of Mérida’s iconic Plaza Grande has raised eyebrows…
San Simón — Beyond Uxmal and Into the Wild
Ten miles south of Uxmal’s majestic ancient Puuc capital is San Simón, a tiny community…
Why Durango may just be Mexico’s most underrated city
Even for most Mexicans and the most intrepid explorers, swaths of the country fly under…
The genius of Café Tacvba’s beautifully chaotic Re
After a first listen, I imagine many people would describe Re as bordering on the…
What to look for and where to pick up the perfect hammock
Even the thought of hammocks is enough to get one in a relaxed mood. Hammocks…
Maya Balloon festival lights skies over Tahmek
The sky over Tahmek was alight with color as the Globo Maya Festival began, marking…
The collapse of a sacred ceiba tree into a cenote is seen as a sign
Last week, the tiny town of Xocén made headlines after a 100-foot-tall ceiba tree collapsed…