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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.
events & activities
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.
Nature
[gallery type="thumbnails" ids="68483,99637"] The natural wonders of the state of Yucatán are innume...
Would you like to take an ice cream shops tour? These five stops can be done in four hours (wink, wi...
The heat is coming and the opportunities to enjoy something sweet and natural with the wide variety ...
Maya Culture
Explore the enchanting Maya legend of Xtabay, a mystical figure who seduces lost men and reveals the...
Gastronomy
Discover the unique and delicious cebollitas de Ixil from Yucatán, a sweet and flavorful culinary ge...
Extreme fun
Discover the best family-friendly activities in Yucatán, Mexico, from ice skating to exploring cenot...
Activities
Mérida’s newest attraction, the Diversión Xtrema extreme sports park, is an extremely affordable opt...
Traditions and Customs
Explore the Museo de la Canción Yucateca in La Mejorada, a unique tribute to Yucatecan music legends...
For decades Yucatecos have celebrated our first few birthdays with what is known as a Plato de Fiest...
Routes and Tours
Discovering Yucatán: A Getaway to Six Museums in Mérida in Two Days
Museos de Mérida en 48h. Inmersión cultural, historia maya y colonial. Recorre 6 joyas: GMMM,...
Routes and Tours
Discovering Yucatán: A Getaway to Río Lagartos and its surroundings in two days
Make the most of your visit to Río Lagartos: our one and two-day itinerary takes you to...
Routes and Tours
Convents of Yucatán: History, Faith, and Colonial Architecture
Discover Yucatán’s impressive colonial convents: from Saint Bernardino in Valladolid to Saint...
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