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25 day tour around Yucatan Peninsula

The 25-day tour around Yucatan Peninsula This route includes the most popular Yucatan destinations in 3 Mexican states - Quintana Roo, Yucatan, and Campeche. The [...]

Best cenotes to swim in near Cancun, Tulum, and Merida

Swimming in cenotes is unlike any pool or beach swim. These natural freshwater pools are formed when limestone collapses, exposing underground rivers and caves. The [...]

Best Maya ruins near Mérida: one-day archaeological road trips

If you're staying in Mérida and want to explore the region's rich Maya heritage in a single day, you're in the perfect place. The Yucatán [...]

Mérida is the capital and largest city of the Mexican state of Yucatán as well as the largest city of the Yucatán Peninsula. It is [...]

Monument a la Patria, the iconic monument of Mérida

Monumento a la Patria ("Monument to the Homeland") in Mérida is a stone monument erected in the mid-20th century to honor the Mexican homeland, sculpted [...]

Popular vacation destinations in Mexico

People love going on vacation to escape the everyday routine and immerse themselves in new experiences and environments. Among the many choices, tropical paradises hold [...]

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Self-guided walk through Merida’s historic downtown

Walk through Merida's historic downtown and discover the colonial quarters of the city center. A walking tour is the best intro to Merida is a [...]

The best places in Mexico to live as expat

Mexico is said to be quite a hospitable place for expats. Many expats select Mexico to live in thanks to its easy-going culture, leisure options, [...]

Things to do in Merida

Merida is known as the "White City" due to its abundant use of white limestone in construction. Merida is the capital and largest city of [...]

Top 10 safest cities in Mexico for tourists

When planning a trip, safety is always a top priority. Like any large country, Mexico has areas to avoid - but also many welcoming, peaceful [...]

Travel Yucatan – Best day trips to take from Merida

Merida is a fantastic place to explore for a few days. Yet perhaps one of the best things about Merida is its central location in [...]

Why you should visit Mérida

Mérida has become a popular travel destination. Known as the Ciudad Blanca or "White City," it boasts a stunning colonial architecture characterized by white structures [...]

Yucatán vs Quintana Roo: what’s the difference and which one to choose?

Planning a trip to Mexico's Caribbean side often leads to a big question: Should you visit Yucatán or Quintana Roo? While these states share ancient [...]