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Learning the Maya Language: A Journey of Identity and Life
Discover the Mayan language: history, tips, and fun facts. Learn to speak fluently, connect with the culture, and preserve an ancient language.

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How to Enjoy Mérida's Festival of Souls… and Live to Tell
Your guide to enjoying the Festival of Souls 2025 and experiencing Janal Pixan in Mérida. Parades, altars, catrinas, pib, and the magical Paseo de las Ánimas await you.

Destinations
The Camino de Ánimas Festival in Río Lagartos
Explore the "Camino de Ánimas" Festival in Río Lagartos: a tribute to Day of the Dead with boat processions, traditions, and culture.

eventos & activities
What to do in Yucatán in October
Find out everything you can do this month, the best parties, workshops and activities, as well as special promotions. Are you ready for Janal Pixan?

gastronomy
An authentic recipe for Yucatán’s mukbilpollo or pib—for beginners
Make your own Pib or Mukbilpollo (Día de Muertos tamal) from scratch: detailed instructions on how to make it at home, step by step.
Activities
If you’re in Mérida, Progreso is a perfect short ride away. This beach is laid back, friendly and fu...
Maya Culture
Discover all you need to know about Chichén Itzá through the eyes of archaeologists who diligently w...
Destinations
Fireworks, music, and dancing are taking place, to the joy of thousands of people celebrating the st...
Traditions and Customs
Discover the rich musical heritage of Yucatán through Tríos, Charangas, and Orquestas. Explore the r...
The large pueblo of Ticul is located along the Puuc Route, 60 miles south of Mérida. In Ticul you wi...
Maya Culture
Is it possible to predict the weather for the year? Some say it is, and in Yucatán, the Maya do usin...
Beaches
Beyond Mérida and Progreso lies a true diamond in the rough - a small fishing village west of Progre...
Destinations
The state of Yucatán not only has many Mayan pyramids, various colonial cities and 250 km. of sandy ...
Museums
Discover Mérida’s Museum of Light, a must-visit spot offering a fascinating exploration of color and...

Routes and Tours
Convents of Yucatán: History, Faith, and Colonial Architecture
Discover Yucatán’s impressive colonial convents: from Saint Bernardino in Valladolid to Saint...

Routes and Tours
A Getaway to Ek Balam and its surroundings in two days
Escape to adventure in Yucatán. Discover Ek Balam, sacred cenotes, and the beauty of Espita on a...

Routes and Tours
A Getaway to Tecoh and its surroundings in two days
2-day adventure in Tecoh, Yucatan: history, cenotes, charming towns, and delicious food. Explore...
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