Yucatán Today - We accompany the Traveler (58)

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Javier Barrera Perera: Between the Real and the Dreamlike

Explore the poetic art of Yucatecan artist Javier Barrera Perera. His paintings blend reality and dreams. See his exhibit "Utópica" in Mérida.

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destinations

A Getaway to Telchac Puerto and its surroundings in two days

Discover the hidden treasures of the Mayan coast: Xtampú, Xcambó, and Telchac Puerto. History, nature, and relaxation await you!

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Destinations

A Summer Escape to El Corchito

Relax and explore El Corchito, Ecological Reserve in Yucatán. Enjoy cenotes, mangroves, local fauna, and unique aquatic activities. Your natural escape!

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Hurricane Season in Yucatán 2025

Yucatán's hurricane season (June-Nov): learn about storm types, alert system, and preparedness. Stay safe with our essential guide.

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Taller Imposible: An Invitation to Explore, Fail, Create, and Try Again

Impossible Workshop at Mérida's Museum of Light: Discover science, embrace failure, and create endlessly at this interactive exhibit!

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nature

Beyond the Sand: The Living Ecosystem of the Yucatán Coast

Explore Yucatán's vibrant coast (Celestún to El Cuyo): discover 500+ land & marine species, many endemic. From birds to sea life, a surprising ecosystem awaits!

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The Star Médica Mérida Hospital Performs...

Hospital Star Médica Mérida: First Abbott NAVITOR TAVI implant in Southeast...

El Baile de las Cintas (The Ribbon Dance...

Experience El Baile de las Cintas: Yucatán's iconic Ribbon Dance. European...

14 Amazing Yucatán Beach Day-Passes

Prepare to be amazed by this 14 options of beach day-passes in Yucatán,...

Useful info for your stay

Tourism Police

The Tourism Police are a friendly and professional group of young men and women especially trained b...

Chetumal

Destinations

Chetumal

Chetumal, in southeastern Mexico on the border with Belize, is the small, quaint, capital of the st...

Thinking about what gifts to take with you from your trip to Yucatán? In our yucatecan shopping guide we a list of incredible ideas.

Let’s Go Shopping! Your Yucatecan Guide

Thinking about what gifts to take with you from your trip to Yucatán? In our yucatecan shopping guid...

Holbox Island

Beaches

Holbox Island

[gallery ids="47241,47240,47236"] Holbox (hol-bosh) is an island located near the northeastern tip o...

Maya Culture

Syncretism in the Puuc: Of Churches and Stellae

We tracked down traces of Maya archaeology in a little town near Maxcanú, Yucatán: 12 Puuc-style gro...

X'cambó

Archaeological Sites

X'cambó

X'tampu is what the signs say that guide you to the Mayan site of Xcambó. The "x" is pronounced "sh"...

Once upon a time, there was a brave and handsome warrior, who loved hunting and frequently traveled the woods looking for animals. On one of his hunting tr

Maya Culture

Maya Legend: The Dove

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

Nature

Family Camping Trips in Yucatán

2020 has taught us that even more of travel time should be spent outside. Naturally, therefore, our ...

Maya Culture

Symbolism, Myth, and Power: The Role of Animals in Maya Life

The role of animals in Maya life as a source of goods such as meat, feathers, hides, and great relig...