Living in Yucatán
Ask the U.S. Consul - Renewing Passports
The single most common question that we are asked by American citizens here in Mérida is "how do I renew/replace my passport?" Renewing a passport is very straightforward, if you have your old passport handy. Simply come into the Consulate Monday through Friday, excluding American and Mexican holidays, between the hours of 7:30 am and 12:30 pm, and we can start you on your way. When you come in, please bring the following items with you to save time:
Marriage requirements in Mexico
The following are the requirements for marriage in Mexico. However, marriage requirements may vary in the thirty-one states of México.
Origin of the name Yucatán
When Hernandez de Cordova arrived to the coast of the Yucatán, he asked the inhabitants the name of this land and when they answered him, speaking very rapidly, in their native language "Tetec dtan" "Ma t natic a dtan" which just means "you speak very rapidly; we don't understand your language." The Spaniards understood the local inhabitants were telling them the name of the land. However, having difficulty pronouncing these words exactly, they ended up calling the place: Yucatán.
Reflexology in the Yucatan
How you can benefit from reflexology: Few people are aware of the fundamental role that is played by our feet when it comes to health and healing.
Progreso Marinas and Water Sports
When one thinks of the Yucatán, one thinks of Mayan pyramids and colonial cities. However, there is a lot more to the Yucatán.