A Christmas Tradition in Mexico: The Pastorelas

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Mexican Christmas Play

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 […]

Celebrating Christmas the Mexican Way

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Posada Mexican Traditions

The entire house smells like cinnamon and baked apples that just remind you of Christmas at home. The dreary cold outside makes the sparkling Christmas tree lights even more welcoming. It’s Christmas time and all around the world, people are warming up their hot chocolate, hot apple cider, or simply escaping the cold all together […]

Merry Christmas from Yucatan Holidays

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Merry Christmas from Yucatan Holidays

It’s been a year full of obstacles. The aftermath of the swine flu seriously impacted Mexico, affecting many families and businesses throughout the country, resulting in a future forecast that was not so bright for us all.  Hurricane Ida also contributed to concerns for the people of the region but caused no damage after all […]