Just a four-hour drive away from Cancun, a hidden gem awaits travelers seeking an authentic Mexican experience: Merida. This underrated destination offers a refreshing alternative, combining vibrant culture, colonial architecture, mouth-watering cuisine, and warm hospitality that is sure to leave visitors wanting more. Throughout the first half of the year, Merida’s International Airport reported a …
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Perched along the picturesque shoreline of Yucatán State lies a hidden treasure awaiting discovery: El Cuyo. This charming little fishing village remains unspoiled by mass tourism, offering a refreshing escape from the crowds. With its quaint sandy streets and enchanting fishing village ambiance, El Cuyo presents itself as the perfect retreat for travelers in search …
Tourists continue to flock to museums in the Riviera Maya this year, and soon, they will have even more to choose from. Three museums will soon open in the region, including one at Chichen Itza, the Puuc Archaeological Park, and the Dzibilchaltun Archaeological Zone. This comes as officials take note of statistics showing that tourists …
The Maya Train will soon be a reality for millions of travelers and residents, revolutionizing public transport in the Mexican Caribbean. While tourists still have to wait a couple of months for the train to be officially inaugurated, officials have slowly revealed how the massive infrastructure project might benefit travelers. The Maya Train is the …
During the archeological rescue work on the exciting new upcoming Maya Train route, there have been some incredible finds, and it’s been announced that these pieces will be displayed for everyone to see at museums across the Yucatán. These are exciting times for archaeological and history lovers, as one of the museums will get a …
Each year more than 2 million people from across the globe visit the amazing Chichen Itza, and anyone who has experienced the magic feeling of walking through this historical marvel understands its never-ending appeal. And while Chichen Itza deserves its popularity, it may just need to be prepared to lose some of that popularity to …
When it comes to safe destinations for vacation there are many places that come to mind, from the super-safe streets of Munich in the shadow of the Alps to Seattle, Washington — but this city near Cancun is one of the safest in the world. There is no shortage of beautiful spots to explore across …
A group of young American travelers are reported to have been trapped at the Cancun-Merida toll booth for over 4 hours last week. This situation was due to the toll booth only accepting Mexican pesos, with neither card payments nor U.S. dollars being accepted. Furthermore, this unfortunate incident has sparked debate amongst residents of Quintana …
More Americans than ever are now choosing the expat life, with everyone from young digital nomads to those ready to enjoy retirement choosing to experience life abroad. But while making the commitment to this new life is a difficult decision, the real head-scratcher comes with choosing exactly where to move. With that being said, the …
This week, Mexican airline Aeromar is set to debut its flights connecting Merida, Chetumal, and Cozumel, strengthening air connections throughout the Riviera Maya. These routes are set to bolster tourism ventures in all three destinations, as these cities are often overlooked by major airlines. Juan Ignacio Rosello, the commercial director of the company, made this …