road trips
See Mexico's top Mayan sites on the ultimate Yucatán road tripFeb 28, 2020 • 7 min read
Here's how to take a week-long road trip to explore the best of the Yucatán Maya archaeological sites.
Yucatan Peninsula Travel Stories
historySkip Chichen Itza and head to this remote Yucatán site insteadFeb 7, 2020 • 4 min read
Its remote and challenging to get to, but braving the jungle and exploring these ruins without the crowds is totally worth the effort.
public transportRiviera Maya by bus, taxi or colectivoOct 25, 2019 • 4 min read
No car and want to take some day trips around the Riviera Maya? No problem. We’ve compiled some tips to help you navigate this world of geological wonders,…
artFeel the beat on the streets of MéridaApr 18, 2019 • 4 min read
Mérida, the capital of the state of Yucatán in the south of Mexico, is a city set to music. Stroll through Plaza Grande on a Friday night and you’ll see…
romanceThe most romantic adults-only resorts in MexicoFeb 12, 2019 • 6 min read
Every February, couples receive a not-so-gentle reminder to rekindle their romance. While cards, flowers, and chocolate may be the norm as far as gift…
beachesA Holbox digital detox: 72 hours in Mexico's hidden island paradiseDec 10, 2018 • 4 min read
On Mexico’s tiny island of Holbox—where spotty wi-fi and sporadic siestas are part of the charm—unplugging is as easy as arriving. Living up to its name,…
wildlife and natureFive family adventures in the Riviera MayaOct 31, 2018 • 4 min read
For kids who go wild over beach days and adventures, the Riviera Maya has an astounding variety of child-friendly day trips, once you know where to look…
wildlife and natureTop wellness spots in Latin AmericaFeb 27, 2018 • 4 min read
It should come as no surprise that the top wellness spots in Latin America have ancient roots. Renowned civilizations such as the Maya and Inca have long…
foodCulture, cuisine and ancient ruins: 48 hours in MéridaSep 21, 2016 • 5 min read
Gorgeous beaches are just one enticing feature of Mexico's Yucatán Peninsula. When you've had your fill of sun and sand, the region's cultural capital…
beachesTop 10 sights in Cancún and YucatánDec 5, 2014 • 3 min read
It's no great secret why Cancún, and to a larger extent the Yucatán Peninsula, has become Mexico's top tourist destination. Some people are lured by the…
foodOff the beaten path in Playa del CarmenAug 8, 2014 • 5 min read
Playa del Carmen prides itself on being the anti-Cancún destination, and it’s true that the Riviera Maya beach town exudes a hipper, more laid-back vibe…
Subterranean splash! Mexico's underground rivers.Jul 18, 2011 • 3 min read
The Mayan Riviera on Mexico's Yucatan Peninsula may look like your typical beachside holiday destination but for spelunkers, cave divers and anyone with a…