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Mayapan ruins – still closed in early 2026

Sadly, the Mayapan archaeological site remains closed in early 2026

By Cassie, 4 months07/01/2026 ago

green text box: your expert guide to the maya ruins of Yucatán. 4 photos of ruins, 1 of Xcambo on grey day, Chacmultun through red blossom, pyramid at Chichén Itzá & IZamal

Your expert guide to exploring Maya ruins in Yucatán

This complete guide to ruins in Yucatán will help you decide which to visit – from famous & crowded to barely known & empty, they’re all here

By Cassie, 4 months07/01/2026 ago

green text box: finding the best chocolate in Mérida. photos of bars of chocolate, 1 of a cup of frothy hot chocolate and 1 of a blue building facade with arches

Finding the best chocolate in Mérida (Mexico)

➕ a brief introduction to the history of chocolate according to MexicoCassie Purely as a public service, I’ve been eating chocolate in Mérida since 2016. I make it my personal mission to try every interesting chocolate bar, artisanal or mainstream, so that I can help you, the slightly more discerning Read more

By Cassie, 4 months02/01/2026 ago

green text box: everything you ned to know about driving, and renting a car, in Yucatán. 4 photos: 1 of cars parked at sunset, bunting across the road, 1 of car on empty country road, 1 of truck on road, 1 of old vw outside shop

Everything you need to know before renting a car & driving in Yucatán

Everything you need to know to rent a car and drive in Yucatán – from chickens & crocodiles on the road to how to find breakdown support, it’s all here.

By Cassie, 5 months18/12/2025 ago

green square: 2 weeks in Yucatan a Perfect Itinerary. 4 sections: 1. pink water, blue sky, cloud reflected in water 2. close up of a section of ruin 3. largest section is palm trees on beach at sunrise 4. cenote with vines hanging down

Your expert guide to planning an awesome 2 week Yucatán itinerary

Find the perfect 2 weeks in Yucatan itinerary right here, crafted by the people who really know the region and love to share their expertise.

By Colette, 5 months16/12/2025 ago

green text box: your expert guide to valladolid. 4 photos - 1 of a cenote, 1 of valladolid letters, 1 of colourful street with bunting, 1 of valladolid cathedral

Your expert guide: the best things to do in Valladolid, Yucatán

Looking for the best things to do in Valladolid, Yucatan? Use this expert guide to discover the authentic Valladolid

By Cassie, 5 months15/12/2025 ago

green square: white text reading, "awesome day trips from Valladolid". 4 sections of photos. bottom left: man and kids in a kayak on v blue water, bottom middle, sunflowers and a door, right, pink water, trees and reflection of clouds in water, top: chichen itza pyramid from behind trees

Your expert guide: awesome day trips from Valladolid

Thanks to its fabulous location, there are many excellent day trips from Valladolid to consider. Let’s take a look at the very best.

By Colette, 5 months15/12/2025 ago

green text box: how to spend 2 perfect days in Valladolid. 4 photos - 1 of a steep ruined pyramid, 1 of an alebrije dog/deer, 1 of a street at sunset and 1 of the interior of a souvenir shop that's painted red

Your expert guide to spending 2 days in Valladolid

This expertly crafted 2 day Valladolid itinerary will help elevate your experience in the gorgeous pueblo magico that is Mexico’s Valladolid.

By Cassie, 5 months15/12/2025 ago

Mexico For Kids

Finding the most fun: Valladolid with kids

Valladolid, in Yucatán is a great place to visit with kids. You’ll find a laid back town with plenty to keep everyone entertained.

By Cassie, 5 months15/12/2025 ago

green text box: your expert guide to Christmas in Mérida. 4 photos - 1 of close up of red & white decorations on an enormous tree, 1 of nativity scene on plaza, 1 of piñatas hanging and 1 of christmas decorations for sale in a store

Daily Life in Mexico

Your expert guide to celebrating Christmas in Merida, Mexico 🎄

Whether you’ve moved to Merida or you’re visiting, this article will tell you all you need to know about celebrating Christmas in Merida.

By Cassie, 5 months08/12/2025 ago