The Tolantongo Caves and Hot Springs (Grutas de Tolantongo) are famous all over Mexico, you’ll often see pictures of its white natural pools on Instagram promoting this stunning destination. However, don’t trust these photos, I was there during low season, a weekday, and it was packed, I have no idea how influencers managed to get […]
Category: North America
What to Do in Cuernavaca – Attractions, Sights, and Day Trips
Cuernavaca is often overlooked by international tourists but is a popular destination among Mexicans especially the ones living in Mexico City. Cuernavaca offers the perfect blend of city attractions and natural wonders. Since the earthquake in 2017, many places are still being renovated but there is still a lot of things to do in Cuernavaca. […]
12 things to do in Taxco – Complete travel guide
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
