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Things to do in Riviera Maya – Mexico

Posted on August 29, 2016 1 Comment

I guess Riviera Maya is the most visited touristic region in Mexico. Yes, it is touristy and all but it is so for a reason. Riviera Maya has it all. Fantastic nature, cultural heritage, crystal clear waters and white sandy beaches and yummy food. There was no doubt that I’d add Riviera Maya to my […]

2 days in Merida – Mexico

Posted on August 15, 2016 Leave a Comment

Merida, is the capital city of Yucatan, where the Spanish conquerors built their colonial city after destroying the Maya city of T’hó and used the stones of the remains to build their colonial buildings. It must be part of every travel itinerary if you’re touring in Mexico. I spent 2 days in Merida and had the feeling […]

Things to do in Valladolid – Mexico

Posted on July 11, 2016 4 Comments

The Mexican small city Valladolid is one of the colonial cities in Yucatan Peninsula. If you want to witness real local Mexican lifestyle off the beaten track Valladolid should be in your travel itinerary when you travel in Mexico. I spent approx. 2 days in Valladolid and here are my highlights.

How to avoid crowds in Chichen Itza

Posted on October 30, 2015 2 Comments

You probably heard of Chichen Itza before. One of the New Wonders of The World since 2007. The ancient Maya City has always been very popular but after it was voted as a world wonder the amount of visitors has been doubled, if not more. Hundreds of tour buses packed with tourists bring millions of […]

Cenotes in Yucatan Peninsula – Mexico

Posted on October 9, 2015 5 Comments

If you are around Yucatan Peninsula in Mexico, you should not miss the opportunity to swim, snorkel or dive in the turquoise cool waters of these cenotes, “sacred well” in Mayan language.