Hanal Pixan in the Time of Covid19 We are now entering into the revered time of Hanal Pixan or as you might know it, Day of the Dead. Hanal Pixan means “food for the souls” in the Mayan language. It is celebrated on November 1, for the souls of children and on November 2, for …
Tour the Yucatan with One of MID CityBeat’s Favorite Adventure Gurus When you come to visit Yucatan there are some specific guides we recommend for you in order to get a great adventure and experience. Alberto Swain is one of our top recommended guides and who we deem as our “cenote guru”. Whether you want …
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Izamal: Mexico’s First Pueblo Magico As we continue to wait until the pandemic lets us really go out and explore, it’s time to make that list of places we would like to visit or re-visit when we feel safe to do so. Yucatan has so many treasures and tourism has taken a big hit as …
Saturday Morning the Streets of Merida During Covid19 I decided to take a walk to the Slow Food Yucatán this morning and see what protocols they are following so I can share with MID City followers. Little by little we will be getting out more and more and recommending places we not only deem as having quality …
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Written by Stephanie Carmon Ya’ax Hotel Boutique is one of Merida Centro’s newest elegant accommodations which combines traditional Yucatecan sophistication rich in its Mayan roots with modern design and comforts that lets the visitor feel the true essence of contemporary Merida. As you enter through the front door into the lobby or walk into Cho’oj …
Hidden Historic Treasure in Centro: Ya’ax Hotel Boutique Read More »
Written by Stephanie Carmon One of the great things about living in this city are all the beautiful boutique hotels, bed and breakfasts and specialty lodging that is offered in the Centro of Merida as well as all around Yucatan. There are so many lovely places to stay and enjoy the architecture, the ambiance and …
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Written by Stephanie Carmon Yucatecan summers are the best. People here really know how to take time to enjoy their surroundings. The beautiful gulf beaches are a mere 20-minute drive from Merida, and there are countless cenotes, caves, hidden lagoons, mangroves, wildlife; it truly is one of Mother Nature’s treasures. We are also lucky to …
Beach Bummin’ it in the Yucatecan Sun: Extreme Sports and Water Fun Read More »
Written by Stephanie Carmon Piña Güera is a multi-sensory retreat that will indulge guests in a weekend of self-care activities by day and invigorating musical notions by night in Tulum, Mexico. The retreat, created by JT Mudd, lead singer and co-founder of the Dallas-based electronic group Ishi, was born with the intention of bringing together …
Feb 27-29 Texas Talent & Southern Hospitality MultiSensory Retreat In Tulum Read More »
Written by Harriet Sleath Mérida is a city that has so much to offer, so many surprises and hidden gems to be uncovered. She’s a city full of heart and character. From the colourful streets to the people who live here. There is always, always, something going on in and around Mérida and, what’s even better, …
Five Almost Free Things To Do In Merida, Yucatan Read More »
Written by Stephanie Carmon When locals ask me if I like living in Merida, I tell them yes, I love it here; I feel like it is my home. They just smile and tell me I must have drunk the “agua del pozo”; the well water. I often ponder what exactly it is about this …