Located just 20 minutes north of Cancun is an island known as Isla Mujeres (Island of Women). It acquired this name when the Spanish arrived many years ago and found female statues on the island dedicated to the Mayan goddess Ixchel, who had a temple there. Isla Mujeres has everything you need for a weekend getaway […]
If you think that Tulum is just a Mayan archaeological site, you’ll be surprised to find out that in addition to this, Tulum is a special place in the Mexican Caribbean that has beautiful beaches, exquisite restaurants, and many other things to discover. You can find this beautiful destination located just one hour south of […]
In addition to its crystal clear turquoise waters and white powder sand beaches, the Mexican Caribbean offers much more: adventure, music, culture, and food. Each year Cancun and the Riviera Maya host different festivals, many of which have become great successes, transforming into traditions of our beautiful cities, and others are heading in the same […]
To say Xoximilco is to literally have a taste of Mexico. It reminds us what the lifeblood of Mexico is and brings us back to the “Golden Age”. Inspired by the Xochimilco of Mexico City, this place located in the Mexican Caribbean, brings together memories, customs, and traditions that are prominent in the […]
In the Mexican Caribbean there are many sites to discover, even beyond the ones that are well-known. This time around we are going to show you Mayan archaeological sites, nature reserves, and cities that will surely give you once-in-a-lifetime experiences when you visit them. Valladolid After Merida, Valladolid is the most important city in the […]
One of the most beautiful Mexican traditions at Christmastime is the Pastorela. A Pastorela is a play performed around Christmas that recreates the nativity scene from the bible and the birth of baby Jesus. Children from around Mexico participate in Pastorelas by acting, singing, and dancing. Do you know where this tradition comes from? It […]
Tequila is one of the iconic beverages of Mexico. Its history is a bit strange and we found some interesting facts about it, which we will discuss, so that the next time you take a shot you can say Salud! (Cheers) with more pleasure. 1. It is said that the origin of tequila started […]
Lately we hear more and more about Day of the Dead celebrations in the USA. Sugar skull makeup known in Mexico as “Catrina” has gained fame at costume parties. Mexico is known to laugh about and celebrate death, but do you actually know where this celebration comes from? In reality, its origin is pre-Hispanic. During these […]
Hanal Pixan is the celebration of the Day of the Dead that originated from Mayan culture. The Mayans believed that death was simply another form of life. Hanal Pixan means “food of the souls” and is celebrated to remember friends and relatives that have passed onto to the afterlife. From October 31 to November 2 is […]
It’s no secret that the Yucatan Peninsula is rich in natural and man-made beauty. From Mayan architecture to underwater caves, beaches, and wildlife, the list could go on and on. Here are the five places I consider to be the most beautiful: 1. Sistema Dos Ojos – Discovered in 1987, Dos Ojos is located […]
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