Traditions and customs
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Activities
Mérida's Carnaval 2025
It's time for the Mérida's Carnaval 2025, in this new edition you will get to discover all the event...
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Maya Culture
The Fascinating History of Chewing Gum, From Maya Chicle to Today
You've tried all kinds of chewing gum, with various flavors, colors, and smells. But, did you know t...
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Activities
Celebrate Our Lady of Candelaria, Patron Saint of Valladolid
In Valladolid, México, the Feast of Candlemas means two weeks of celebration, with music, dance, and...
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Life in Yucatán
A practical guide to tipping in Mérida: When to tip and how much?
If you’re visiting Yucatán and wondering when and how much to tip, and whether it’s mandatory or eve...
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Traditions and Customs
Christmas in Yucatán
The coldest nights of December indicate that Christmas is coming soon to Yucatán! Learn all the deta...
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Traditions and Customs
Hit it! It’s Piñata Season!
We guide you through the past and present of piñatas in the words of Ralf Hollmann. During the holid...
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