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One facet of Yucatán exploration that my family only recently discovered is the famous Yucatecan hacienda. Somehow it just hadn’t occurred to us that these magnificent old buildings with their…
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Connecting with nature and breathing “country air” is a recipe that we can share with you; 30 minutes from Mérida, along the Baca-Mocochá route. You can enjoy Thai food specialties…
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Look who we ran into at Hacienda Yaxcopoil! Santa was exploring one of the most striking edifices which demonstrates the grandeur of the henequén boom. One of the most striking…
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Ancient gardens full of life, a pool that invites you into its beauty, ample guest rooms with colonial style Mexican details, food that’s prepared with ingredients grown on the premises…
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This ex-hacienda, located in Mucuyché (“tree of the turtledove”), south of the pueblo, used to farm henequén. The splendor of its partially restored buildings is still apparent. But the most…
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When it was first built, in 1640, Hacienda Santa Cruz was a Franciscan monastery. Through time it evolved into a ranch, and during the glorious period of the “Green Gold”…
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Hacienda Sotuta de Peón, a special resort and farm, is 45 minutes away from Mérida by car. This phenomenal place will provide you with an unforgettable trip through time, with…
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Paradise in the city. Imagine a place only 12 km from Mérida Centro, where you will find delicious, world renowned gastronomy and unique accommodation, all in a one-of-a-kind setting. It’s…
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“We knew we wanted our next trip to be a cooking trip, so Lynn got on it and came up with three options. We chose the Yucatán trip because it…
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With construction dating from the 17th century, it has evolved through time from a Franciscan monastery to a henequén hacienda in the 19th century; finally becoming a gorgeous hotel today…
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Stroll through the splendor of the architecture of the main house; take a ride on the original “trucks” (wooden platforms moved on rails); enjoy the views of the famous “Green…
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Beautifully restored, Hacienda San Pedro Ochil (“place of the fox” in Maya) is one of seven haciendas whose production of henequén fiber at the end of the 19th C gave…
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As soon as you pass through the solemn gate on the Ticul-Muna highway at km 4.5, you will be submerged in 150 hectares of peace, fruit aromas, forest vegetation, birdsong,…
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Many Mérida residents consider restaurant Casa de Piedra at Hacienda Xcanatún as one of the “must’s” to show their visitors. But…there is more to Hacienda Xcanatún than dining…join us for…
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Hacienda Petac is something truly out of the ordinary. It offers the gold standard in private vacation rental for groups of up to 14 family members or friends, providing an…
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Haciendas in Mexico were the basis of an economic system begun by the Spaniards in the 16th century, similar to the feudal system of Europe. They were efficient farming and…
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Hacienda Santa Cruz In our continuing series featuring the unique homes and neighborhoods of Mérida, Yucatán, we are proud to present Hacienda Santa Cruz. Our host is Keith Heitke, a…
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We are fortunate to have some of the most magnificent, unique luxury accommodation in the world: the haciendas of Yucatán. For a romantic weekend getaway, let the Hacienda Santa Rosa…
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Hacienda Sotuta de Peón, built at the end of the 19th C. in Tecoh, Yucatán, is one of the few henequén haciendas which is still in full production; the history…
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For a wonderful getaway, consider spending a couple of days at Hacienda Chichen Resort and Yaxkin Spa. This is a very special place, with easy access to the site and nearby cenotes. National…
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