Travel around the Yucatan Peninsula in style and get to know the most interesting places to visit, stay and eat!
I recently had the pleasure of staying in a stunning colonial vacation rental right across from the iconic Santa Ana Park and the historic Santa Ana Church—two of the most emblematic landmarks in Mérida, Yucatán. This location is one of our favorites in Merida. You are in the heart of the city, where heritage and […]
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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
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If you’ve been in Mérida long enough, you’ll remember Raffaello’s—the legendary Italian pizzería that set the bar for authentic calzones and pizzas over 17 years ago. Well, good news: it’s still here, now called Il Calabrese, and it’s as delicious as ever. The new name honors the southern Italian roots of the cuisine, but the
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Mérida isn’t just tacos and cochinita pibil—this city is making serious waves in the world of fresh, high-quality seafood. Thanks to its proximity to the Gulf of Mexico and connections to the Pacific coast, you’ll find some of Mexico’s best marine flavors right here in the Yucatán capital. But it’s not just about taste—it’s about
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Whether you’re a two-left-feet beginner or a smooth-moving salsero, Mérida is one of the most rhythm-filled cities in Mexico to learn and dance salsa. From energetic classes in colonial studios to live-band nights in atmospheric cantinas, the Yucatán capital offers plenty of ways to step into the beat. This 2025 guide rounds up the best
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Father’s Day is the perfect excuse to celebrate the dads, granddads, bonus dads, and father figures who’ve been our everyday heroes. And what better way to honor him than with a fantastic meal, cold drink in hand, and a laid-back atmosphere where he can kick back and feel appreciated? Whether he’s the type who enjoys
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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
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Sometimes, all you need is the sound of waves, a calm seabreeze, and the kind of sky that reminds you how good life can be. That’s exactly what we found at Portobello Beach House in Uaymitún, just 10 miles from Progreso on the Yucatecan coast. We stayed for a couple of nights, and honestly, we
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
Old favorites, new gems, and everything in between. Once a quiet street tucked between Paseo de Montejo and Parque Santa Ana, Calle 47 in the Historic Centro of Mérida, Yucatan has blossomed into one of the city’s most exciting culinary destinations. Lined with tropical palms and colorful colonial façades, this buzzing corridor—we’ve fondly dubbed the
Eat Like a Local: MID City’s Top 7 Restaurants on Calle 47 in Mérida Yucatán Read More »