“I think someone has brought my Pinterest board to life.”     It was my immediate reaction when we arrived at Hotel La Semilla, a boutique B&B tucked away in one of the trendiest parts of Playa del Carmen, Mexico. And it was something I would reiterate to Dan each time I discovered some new […]

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“You’ll love Isla Holbox. It’s this small island of only 2,000 people. Transportation is primarily via golf cart or bicycle on streets that are made of packed sand. There’s a laid-back vibe, surprisingly good Wi-Fi, and not too many tourists. Seriously, you have to go.” These were the words of wisdom bestowed upon us from […]

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Sian Ka’an Ancient Canals  – ‘Where the sky is born’ It’s not everyday you wake up with the realization that you can spend the morning floating down ancient maritime canals, hand-dredged by Mayans nearly 1200 years ago. Unless you’re in Mexico’s Riviera Maya, of course. The ancient Mayan canal system is located in the Sian […]

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No trip to Mexico is complete without a visit to at least one ancient Mayan ruin. Of course, if you can see four Mayan Ruins in the Yucatan Peninsula—that’s even better! One of the greatest civilizations of Mesoamerica, Mayans have inhabited Mexico and Central America since 1800BC. Ancient Mayan culture is revered for its advanced […]

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Just off the coast of Mexico, and only a 20-minute ferry ride from Cancun, is the serene Island of Women — otherwise known as Isla Mujeres.     Isla Mujeres is a tranquil alternative to bustling Cancun. There’s not much to do on the island, but that’s one of the main attractions for travelers seeking […]

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Cancun is world-renowned for its spring breakers and all-inclusive resorts. When we first decided to visit Mexico, we were actually quite hesitant to include Cancun in our itinerary for this reason. We enjoy an open bar or drink service on the beach as much as the next person, but we can get that anywhere in […]

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There are over 6,000 cenotes in Mexico’s Yucatan Peninsula.   A visit to these unique bodies of water is a must, both for their alluring beauty and the insight they offer to Mayan religious beliefs. We chose to journey through four cenotes—each vastly different from the next—with Xenotes Oasis Maya. Our adventures took us kayaking, […]

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