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For many expats and seasonal residents, one of the biggest questions about living in Mexico is what happens in a medical emergency. It often comes as a surprise that U.S. health insurance and Medicare Advantage plans can be used across border, if you go through the correct channels. But there are resources designed specifically to […]
Staying Covered: How Medicare Advantage Can Work for You in Mexico Read More »
We’re back with our Women Entrepreneurs in Yucatán series, and today we’re highlighting a trailblazer who has carved out her place in the world of sustainable fashion. Her work has been celebrated in Vogue UK, Condé Nast Traveler, Miami Fashion Week Magazine, and ¡HOLA! Dominican Republic. When Monica left her native Sinaloa, she set out
Style with Soul: Sustainable Fashion & Healing in Mérida Read More »
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
Assata’s Sex in MID City The Comfort Zone: Where Desire Goes to Die Read More »
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,
The Milpa: Ancient Wisdom, Modern Challenges — And a Hopeful Future in Yucatán Read More »
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
Entrepiso: Where Design Meets Tradition in Mérida’s Most Elegant Artisan Boutique Read More »
Going through the many photos and videos I’ve yet to print or edit, I’m reminded that I must continue telling the story—not just of my adventures in Yucatán, but of my journey across all of Mexico. Damn, I love this country. There’s something captivating, surreal, and endlessly curious about the way life is lived here—how
Raised by Agave: Inside the Heart of Oaxaca’s Macurichos Mezcal Read More »
When someone in your family needs specialized medical care, nothing brings more peace of mind than knowing they’re in skilled, compassionate hands. After searching for a trustworthy rehabilitation clinic for my mother, we discovered Rehabilitazone | Medicina del Deporte y Rehabilitación Avanzada—and it turned out to be an incredible experience from start to finish. From
If you’re looking to support local communities, eat consciously, and enjoy some of the freshest produce the Yucatán Peninsula has to offer, the Huacal Program by Traspatio Maya is a must-know. Founded in 2011 by the Haciendas del Mundo Maya Foundation, Traspatio Maya is more than just a marketplace — it’s a movement. Certified by
On my last trip to Oaxaca, I was on a mission—not a rigid, guidebook-clutching, Excel-itinerary kind of mission—but a wanderer’s mission. The kind where you trust that if you stay curious and present, the magic will find you. And oh, did it ever. Oaxaca, for the uninitiated, is a feast. A living, breathing canvas of
Wax, Fire, and the Sacred: My Day with a Master Zapotec Candle Maker in Oaxaca Read More »
Hello there! Spring is springing, the flowers are blooming, and while you’re Maria Kondo-ing your closet, let’s include all areas of clutter—not just the clothes that no longer fit, but the emotional, mental, and even spiritual mess that’s been piling up, ignored, and pushed over to the procrastination pile of things to tend to later.
Spring Cleaning for the Soul: Breaking Free from Toxic Soul Ties Read More »