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What to do in Yucatán in January

Are you visiting Yucatán in January? Here’s everything you need to make the most of your stay: activities, events, and celebrations you won’t want to miss!

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LIFE IN YUCATÁN

Volunteering in Yucatán: Give Your Best in 2026

Make volunteering one of your most important goals for 2026. Check out this list of associations in Mérida that will be the happiest for your support.

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LIFE IN YUCATÁN

The Art of Finding Community in Mérida: How Locals and Expats Can Connect

Moving to Merida? Learn how to join Facebook & WhatsApp groups, find expat meetups, and connect with the local community in Yucatan. This is your guide. Start here!

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DESTINATIONS

Petén Culú: The Hidden Ecotourism Paradise of Sisal

Ecotourism in Sisal: Explore Peten Culu, a mangrove paradise in Yucatan. Responsible kayak tours and birdwatching. Discover this hidden gem!

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LIFE IN YUCATÁN

The Vibrant Athletic Culture in Mérida, and Yucatán

Explore sports in Yucatan! From the Merida Marathon and Uxmal-Muna race to the WTA Merida Open tennis, find top events and local running clubs.

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EVENTS IN YUCATÁN

How to fully enjoy the 2026 Kings’ Fair in Tizimín

Get ready for the Feria de Reyes de Tizimín, one of the biggest celebrations in Yucatán. Enjoy traditions, music, food, and much more.

Dzilam de Bravo: “The Best Carnival on t...

Descubre el Carnaval de Dzilam de Bravo: famosos "animales" gigantes de 6...

How to Enjoy the 2026 Mérida Carnival—An...

Mérida Carnival 2026 Guide: dates, parade schedules at Xmatkuil, and survival...

What to do in Yucatán in February

Are you visiting Yucatán in February? Here are some hot tips to make the most...

The Maya and their Hair

It was a punishment for a Maya to have his or her hair cut. Both men and women wore their thick, bla...

The Maya: Funeral Rituals

Archaeological studies have determined that the Maya practiced both burial and cremation. The variet...

Myth of the Peacock

The encyclopedia tells us that the common turkey was domesticated for the first time in Mexico long ...

Maya Legend: The Dove

Once upon a time, there was a brave and handsome warrior, who loved hunting and frequently traveled ...

Yucatecan Spanish

Explore the rich history of Yucatecan Spanish, influenced by the Maya language, and discover how it ...

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