Merida is such an iconic city that even its parks are historically significant. In 2010, the Centenario Park and Zoo turned 100 years of existence (making it the two-centenario park, I guess)—though, then it was just a park. The zoo was added later, and today, it houses a variety of animals that you wouldn’t expect.…
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Visiting Puerto Progreso means spending time with and getting to know the nature that surrounds it; that is common and, evidently, an important part of the Yucatan Peninsula. And nowhere can you experience it better than at El Corchito Natural Reserve where, besides seeing the many species of plants and animals that inhabit this area…
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Cozumel is famous for its underwater vistas, but a lot of people can’t or won’t snorkel or dive. Many are too young or old; many have—perhaps—medical conditions; others just don’t like it. Cozumel’s Atlantis Submarines was thought out with those people in mind and offers the perfect alternative to enjoy Cozumel’s wonderful underwater landscapes without…
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Once a place of prosperity for the henequen business—a plant used to make a coarse, thick cloth for ropes, bags, and other things—at one point, Merida was home to millionaires who built enormous mansions for themselves. Nowadays, these buildings are used for different purposes, from businesses like banks and coffee shops to housing museums. One…
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Puerto Morelos has lodgings for every taste, and Marina el Cid is one for those who enjoy being surrounded by its fellow guests and living the hotel life. With many restaurants and amenities for its guests, there’s no shortage of stuff to do in the hotel itself. Where is Marina el Cid? Though it’s technically…
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You could pretty much swim the length from Tulum to Playa del Carmen in cenotes alone, there are so many. Some of them are within parks and other tourist attractions to make the experience more complete. In LabnaHa, for instance, besides spending time in their three beautiful cenotes, you’ll feel closer to nature, thanks to…
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One of the most traditional activities for tourists in Puerto Morelos is the Ruta de los Cenotes. Though there are many, Mojarras, the largest, is unskippable, although it makes continuing with the route somewhat difficult though, because of the many activities in it. It’s more of an eco-park than just a cenote, really. What is…
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With the wide variety of lodging options in Cozumel, it’s challenging to choose one for a reason other than price. The choice is easier with Secrets Aura Cozumel. This adults-only place is perfect for those who wish for a relaxing, spa-like, quiet vacation, with perhaps a thrilling aquatic activity or two to boot. Where is…
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Evangelism is an essential chapter of Mexican history, which is why the country is full of centuries-old religious buildings, and the San Bernardino de Siena Monastery, in Valladolid, Yucatan, is one of the most important. Still active as a church, it’s also a museum to learn about this place and places such as this; from…
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Besides its beaches, eco-parks, and hotels, the Yucatan peninsula is host to countless ancient ruins, an invaluable wealth of information about the Mayans who used to live here, and Cozumel—despite being an island—is no exception. San Gervasio is the only archeological site on the island still with vestiges of the buildings that used to make…
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