Culture
Yucatán’s cultural scene shifts under new government leadership
Expect to see the Yucatán Symphony Orchestra (OSY) perform free programs featuring Mexican composers at the Parque la Plancha amphitheater. This contrasts with previous programs at the regal Peón Contreras theater, with box-office sales, box seats, and music featuring Brahms…
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Guided tours of Mexico for this fall and winter
We are pleased to announce three upcoming tours guided by Carlos Rosado van der Gracht for the fall/winter season. The experiences range from excursions to uncover Mérida’s ancient past to day trips to the most underrated sites in Yucatán; as well as an adventure to Mexico City where we will dive into some of the most fascinating (and under-visited) sites in this thriving metropolis —…
Join us in December for a Mexico City archaeology extravaganza
The metropolitan area of Mexico City is a treasure trove of archaeological wonders, but the vast majority of visitors only ever explore the Templo…
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 be the third in Quintana Roo after Mahahual and…
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 over Mexicans’ imaginations for generations—Japan. Japanese TV shows, mostly…
Traditional Maya food staples becoming forgotten and going extinct
Magaly del Roció Pech Chuc learned the secrets of Maya food from her mother, Justina Chuc Can, a cook in the community of Xpichil,…
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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…
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…
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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INAH Suspends Construction at Mérida’s Plaza Grande Over New Benches
México’s Institute of Anthropology and History has stopped construction in Mérida’s Plaza Grande. The issue…
Lea Garza concert will be a highlight at festival honoring Yucatecan actor ‘Cholo’
Lea Garza, a 16-year-old musical talent whose budding career we have enjoyed following since she…
Maya Women Reclaim Their Heritage and Livelihood Through Uxmal Archaeological Project
In the heart of Yucatán, Mexico, a group of Maya women from the village of…
In Chiapas, See Bonampak for its Mesmerizing Frescoes
Home of the so-called Sistine Chapel of Mesoamerica, the ruins of Bonampak lay deep in…
Some Well-Known Mérida Landmarks Are Up for Sale
Several prominent buildings in Mérida’s Centro have been listed for sale. Asking prices range from…
Poseidon Adventure: Feds Enter Progreso’s Statue Controversy
Progreso’s City Council in learning how problematic it is to erect a statue representing Greek…
Siesta in Yucatán Hammock Shop: Part of A Sleepy Photo Collection
Not everyone is aware that they are posing for British photographer Paul Trevor.
Comalcalco: Ancient Site is the Oddball of the Maya World
Unlike virtually every other Maya city or settlement, Comalcalco was built using bricks rather than…
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Xcoch is the Puuc Maya’s diamond in the rough
Exploring the rarely visited Mayan city of Xoch in the Puuc Valley.
Young Dancer from Yucatán Selected for World Tap Championship
The talented dancer Daniel Moo Vázquez dreams of taking his talent from Yucatán to the…
Hit the Road: The Best Day Trips from Mérida
Seen everything in Mérida? Hit the road and enjoy some of these fun day…
Yaxuná is a treasure off Yucatán’s beaten path
When traveling east on the Mérida-Valladolid toll-free highway, about 20 kilometers before reaching Pisté, some…
Celebrating Mérida Pride 2024: Resilience Under the Rain
You don’t put on your best drag and parade down the Paseo without being resilient…
Safeguarding Yucatán Embroidery: The New Plan to Preserve a Time-Honored Tradition
In a ceremony held at the Museo del Mundo Maya, embroiderers and UNESCO presented a…
Mexico and Faith: Are We Missing Something?
Diane Spinelli explores the deeply felt traditions and beliefs among present-day Catholics in Mexico
Mérida Pride 2024: Colorful March Will Retake the Paseo
Yucatán’s LGBTQ+ people and their allies have grown in force
Progreso Guide: 6 Reasons to Get Off the Cruise Ship
Progreso is growing and has much to offer daytrippers. Here is your Progreso guide with…
Yucatán’s Iconic Hammocks Are Hanging in There
Manufacturers and sellers of hammocks are in a struggle to stay in business, threatening the…
Featured Articles
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…
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…
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…
More Articles
INAH Suspends Construction at Mérida’s Plaza Grande Over New Benches
México’s Institute of Anthropology and History has stopped construction in Mérida’s Plaza Grande. The issue…
Lea Garza concert will be a highlight at festival honoring Yucatecan actor ‘Cholo’
Lea Garza, a 16-year-old musical talent whose budding career we have enjoyed following since she…
Maya Women Reclaim Their Heritage and Livelihood Through Uxmal Archaeological Project
In the heart of Yucatán, Mexico, a group of Maya women from the village of…
In Chiapas, See Bonampak for its Mesmerizing Frescoes
Home of the so-called Sistine Chapel of Mesoamerica, the ruins of Bonampak lay deep in…
Some Well-Known Mérida Landmarks Are Up for Sale
Several prominent buildings in Mérida’s Centro have been listed for sale. Asking prices range from…
Poseidon Adventure: Feds Enter Progreso’s Statue Controversy
Progreso’s City Council in learning how problematic it is to erect a statue representing Greek…
Siesta in Yucatán Hammock Shop: Part of A Sleepy Photo Collection
Not everyone is aware that they are posing for British photographer Paul Trevor.
Comalcalco: Ancient Site is the Oddball of the Maya World
Unlike virtually every other Maya city or settlement, Comalcalco was built using bricks rather than…
In case you missed it
Xcoch is the Puuc Maya’s diamond in the rough
Exploring the rarely visited Mayan city of Xoch in the Puuc Valley.
Young Dancer from Yucatán Selected for World Tap Championship
The talented dancer Daniel Moo Vázquez dreams of taking his talent from Yucatán to the…
Hit the Road: The Best Day Trips from Mérida
Seen everything in Mérida? Hit the road and enjoy some of these fun day…
Yaxuná is a treasure off Yucatán’s beaten path
When traveling east on the Mérida-Valladolid toll-free highway, about 20 kilometers before reaching Pisté, some…
Celebrating Mérida Pride 2024: Resilience Under the Rain
You don’t put on your best drag and parade down the Paseo without being resilient…
Safeguarding Yucatán Embroidery: The New Plan to Preserve a Time-Honored Tradition
In a ceremony held at the Museo del Mundo Maya, embroiderers and UNESCO presented a…
Mexico and Faith: Are We Missing Something?
Diane Spinelli explores the deeply felt traditions and beliefs among present-day Catholics in Mexico
Mérida Pride 2024: Colorful March Will Retake the Paseo
Yucatán’s LGBTQ+ people and their allies have grown in force
Progreso Guide: 6 Reasons to Get Off the Cruise Ship
Progreso is growing and has much to offer daytrippers. Here is your Progreso guide with…
Yucatán’s Iconic Hammocks Are Hanging in There
Manufacturers and sellers of hammocks are in a struggle to stay in business, threatening the…