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Isla Holbox Serenity

Topic: Destinations

A new writer and first-time visitor to Isla Holbox reports on her experience on this lovely, peaceful island off the coast of the Yucatan Peninsula. Peace and quiet was what she sought and what she found…

Town Hall Meeting for US Citizens

Topic: U.S. Consulate Messages

An upcoming town meeting announced by the US Consulate.

Michael Berton, Hotel Owner

Topic: Interviews

Michael Berton and his partner moved to Merida from Ohio to open a small hotel and get involved in the Merida community. They are off to a good start…

Cultural Ambassador for the Maya of San Simon

Topic: Culture

The town and the children have an advocate in Enrique Valdes. Guest writer Jane Custer interviews him in his role as cultural ambassador at Mayaland…

Villa Verde

Topic: Vacation Rentals

Villa Verde is both a small B&B and a vacation rental. Rent one room or rent them all! This renovated casona features original floors, beamed ceilings and spacious gardens, complimented by luxurious modern furnishings and attentive service…

The Perfect Country Property!

Topic: For Sale in Yucatan

This lovely collection of Maya-style buildings have new electricity and plumbing, share the property with a windmill and a large swimming pool and the property is near many of the attractions of the Yucatan…

Job Wanted: Sales Management

Topic: Jobs in Yucatan

Sales manager with experience in real estate, TV and automobiles looking for work in Merida…

Consulate Meeting in Progreso

Topic: U.S. Consulate Messages

The US Consulate is announcing a meeting open to all US Citizens with information about hurricanes, immigration and car importation procedures…

Current News, Events & Art

Yucatan News: China and Soccer

Topic: News
June 10, 2013
This week, a big visit from China, information on the cuisine of the Yucatan and where it is going, health alerts in the Yucatan, possible new cenotes to visit, and a young soccer player about to be discovered...

Merida Events: Movies and Music!

Topic: Events
June 16, 2013
This week in Merida we have the opportunity to watch some classic movies and some hard to catch films from around the world. As always great Trova concerts and last week to watch La Boheme with Orquesta Sinfonica Yucatan.

Mansion Merida Restaurant

Topic: Yucatan Restaurants
Fine dining in the historic centro                                                                                                                                                                      

Art in Merida

Topic: Art
Check out what Merida has to offer with the growing number of galleries showing artists from around Mexico and the rest of the world. There is art here for every taste and every pocketbook.

Merida Ongoing Events

Topic: Events
Check our new ongoing events page for a quick look at ongoing events which are held every week in Merida.

Two Mama Dogs Deserve a Home

Topic: Animals in the Yucatan
Two well-behaved, sweet and neutered dogs looking for a good home...

Most Emailed Articles

Dentists in Merida

Topic: Health
Every local expatriate we know loves their local Merida dentist. Here is an updated account of dentistry in Merida, some clues as to why it is so good, what to expect from a dentist here, and the curious connection between dentistry and traditional Yucatecan clothing...

Haciendas in the Yucatan

Topic: Destinations
One of our favorite things to do with guests on a day trip is to take a tour of some of the local haciendas. Just one more thing we love about living in Yucatan...

Love those floors!

Topic: Art , Real Estate in Yucatan
One of the first things we noticed about properties for sale here in Merida was the floors. No kidding. Because many of the floors, even in the most humble of stores or homes, are covered with beautiful mosaico tiles...

Buying Furniture in Merida

Topic: Yucatan Survivor
Shopping for furniture to fill up that beautiful new home you are buying or renovating in Merida? Here's an update on the lowdown on some of the best places to buy furniture in Merida and what to keep in mind when you are buying...

Valladolid, Sultaness of the East

Topic: Destinations
Valladolid is a town famous for many things most of us have never heard about. For so long, it has been stuck halfway between two important cities (Merida and Cancun). Now that fact may become its claim to a well-deserved fame...

Schools in Merida

Topic: Daily Life , Yucatan Survivor
Finding a school for your English-speaking child in Merida is not easy if you don't speak Spanish. We've done some of the legwork for you...

Three Bedroom Vacation Rental in Merida

Topic: Vacation Rentals
Casa Taurus is a colorful 3-bedroom vacation home built around a charming garden in an unbeatable Merida location... why stay at a hotel when you can have your own home for the same price?