When planning a trip to the Yucatan, Mexico, many travelers will choose Mérida, the region’s capital city, as their base. But I plead the case for Valladolid, a small town in the middle of the state. Not only is it…
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A GUIDE TO MAGICAL MERIDA, MEXICO
While most beach-lovers head to the Mayan Riviera destinations of Cancún or Tulum, more intrepid travelers head for the magical city of Mérida, at the heart of the state of Yucatán, Mexico. Even fewer dare to tackle Mérida’s high summer temps…
8 REASONS TO VISIT ISLA HOLBOX, MEXICO
Isla Holbox is located on the northern tip of the Yucatan Peninsula in Mexico. I visited here several years ago when there were just a handful of hotel options, a couple of restaurants and no hostels, but travellers were here…
Why You Should Swim With Whale Sharks In Isla Holbox, Mexico
Swimming with whale sharks is becoming an increasingly popular activity, with images of these gentle giants all over social media from Mexico, to the Philippines and Australia. But it is important to consider how ethical your experience swimming with them…
THE BEST DAY TRIPS FROM CANCUN, MEXICO
I made my way to the beautiful Yucatán Peninsula. The vivid turquoise waters filled my eyes with awe, as the sun allowed the waves to dance and sparkle like diamonds. Beneath me, the soft white sands grazed my toes and…