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Where to Dance Salsa in Mérida: Best Classes and Nightlife Spots (2025 Guide)

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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Where to take dad for Father's Day in Merida Yucatan

Food, Beer & Good Vibes: Father’s Day Restaurants Dad’ll Brag About

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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Raised by Agave: Inside the Heart of Oaxaca’s Macurichos Mezcal

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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Portobello Beach House 10 Minutes from Progreso: Your Front-Row Seat to the Gulf of Yucatán

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

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Discover the Huacal Program: Traspatio Maya’s Delicious Commitment to Local Producers and Sustainability

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

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Eat Like a Local: MID City’s Top 7 Restaurants on Calle 47 in Mérida Yucatán

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

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Maya Tren Experience: The Good, The Bad, and The Coffee

I recently took a trip to Campeche, and for the sake of adventure—and research—I hopped aboard the now somewhat-mythical Tren Maya. Yes, that Tren Maya. The one surrounded by controversy, environmental debates, and political promises taller than a ceiba tree. Look, I get the outrage. I really do. But now that it’s here and choo-chooing

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Tiny Creatures, Big Impact: The Powerful Insect Exhibition Now at Museo de la Luz

Step into the world of the unseen and overlooked at the Museo de la Luz Mérida, where the groundbreaking exhibition iik’el | Insectos: Extintos y en Peligro invites us to reconsider our relationship with the planet’s smallest creatures. This visually arresting and thought-provoking showcase highlights the beauty, complexity, and fragile existence of insects through the

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Villa Veleta: Vacation House in the Heart of Downtown Mérida

The perfect stay for style, comfort, and local flavor — just steps from Centro. Looking for that just right place to stay during your Mérida adventure? Look no further than Villa Veleta, a beautifully restored Colonial home tucked into the historic heart of downtown. With its perfect mix of old-world charm and modern luxury, this

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Discover Sisal’s Nature Reserve in Yucatan with Zizha Eco Tours

We have been on several tours with Zizha Tours, and they have become our go-to ecotourism company for exploring the nature reserve at Sisal. Every experience with them is unique and full of wonder, making each trip an unforgettable adventure into the heart of Yucatán’s natural beauty. Whether we are gliding through mangrove estuaries, snorkeling

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