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Crowds waving Mexican flags at Plaza Grande in Mérida during Independence Day

Celebrate Mexican Independence Day in Mérida, Yucatán: What to See, Do & Eat

Every September, Mérida comes alive with music, food, fireworks, and patriotic pride as the city joins the rest of Mexico in celebrating El Día de la Independencia. This holiday, often mistaken for Cinco de Mayo by outsiders, is actually Mexico’s most important national celebration—commemorating the start of the fight for independence from Spain in 1810. […]

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The Quiet Revolution of Letting Go

Written by Assata Akil There’s power in the silent revolution. The kind that doesn’t announce itself. The kind that begins beneath the surface. There’s power in the pivot. In choosing differently. In letting go of what no longer fits. In the stillness, I noticed it— a quiet invitation to pause. To listen. To make space.

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U.S. Consulate in Mérida Yucatán

A New Era for the U.S. Consulate in Mérida, Yucatán

Written by Stephanie Carmon A Landmark Addition to the Yucatán Peninsula Last Friday, we had the privilege of touring the brand-new U.S. Consulate building in northern Mérida alongside Consul General Justen Thomas. This impressive $210 million project marks a significant milestone for diplomatic infrastructure in the region—offering enhanced service, efficiency, and security for all visitors.

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Assata’s Sex in MID City The Comfort Zone: Where Desire Goes to Die

Written by Assata Akil Relationships can be tricky. You’re wooed, giggly, caught up in the rush of the beginning—and then you relax. You think, this feels good. I could get used to this. So you do. You stop dressing up. Stop planning. Stop flirting. Love slips into loungewear—lazy, predictable, unbothered. But comfort is tricky—it wears

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The Milpa: Ancient Wisdom, Modern Challenges — And a Hopeful Future in Yucatán

Building the Future of the Milpa: Voices from the Field We recently attended a powerful workshop held in Hopelchén, Campeche, organized by Traspatio Maya — the agricultural branch of the non-profit Fundación de Haciendas del Mundo Maya. The event brought together over 80 milpa farmers (milperos) who gathered to share their experiences, voice their concerns,

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Sustainable shopping in Merida Yucatan

Entrepiso: Where Design Meets Tradition in Mérida’s Most Elegant Artisan Boutique

If you’re passionate about sustainable shopping, Mérida has no shortage of places where you can find meaningful, well-crafted goods—but Entrepiso stands out as a must-visit. This boutique is more than just a store—it’s a celebration of Yucatecan identity, fair trade, and timeless design. Tucked inside a beautifully curated space, Entrepiso brings together the best of

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