Taxco, a Pueblo Magico (Magical Town), is an important silver-mining hub and a paradise for tourists. Located in a mountainous area, the village is beautiful. Picture narrow paved streets, winding up and down, passing through traditional white and red houses. Every corner is stunning and every edifice worth a look. Taxco is also known for […]
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4 days in Mexico City – Complete itinerary + travel guide
Located 2 500 meters above sea level, Mexico City is the fourth most populated city in the world. The city has a lot to offer, and everyone will find something he likes doing there. From visiting museums and Pre Hispanic ruins to sampling street food and watching a traditional wrestling match, I guarantee you’ll have […]
Mayapan: a day trip from Merida
Mayapan near Merida in Yucatan used to be a powerful Maya city. Today, you can wander around its ruins, imagining what life could have looked like when Mayas were inhabiting the city. A visit to Mayapan is one of the best things to do in Merida, don’t miss this incredible archaeological site. Disclaimer: This post […]
Things to do in Holbox : farniente and wildlife watching
From tanning on the beach to swimming with whale-sharks or bio-luminescent plankton, there are plenty of things to do in Holbox. Most of the island is part of the Yum Balam protected area, making it a paradise to spot wildlife, especially birds. It’s also a great place to relax at the beach, taking in the […]
Best cenotes in Valladolid and around: cenote Oxman, cenote Xcanche… and many more!
Yucatan is home to thousands of cenotes, and according to locals, some of the most beautiful ones are located in Valladolid. Cenotes are natural pits appearing after the collapse of limestone bedrocks revealing the underground water. There are usually three types of cenotes, the ones that are on ground-level, the ones inside a cave and […]
Ek Balam’s Cenote Xcanche: a day in Paradise
Cenote Xcanche, also known as the Ek Balam Cenote, near Valladolid in Yucatan, is one of the state’s most beautiful cenote. The color of the water is incredible, when the sun is reflecting on it, the water takes a turquoise tint, and is more of an emerald color in the darker areas. Disclaimer: This post […]
