Yucatecos practice some fun New Years Eve traditions, which we hope to participate in this year. Time to start shopping for underwear…

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Many years ago, Ian Arthur’s father gave him two sound pieces of advice. So naturally, he listened to neither…

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After many experiences in the dental chair, we have decided that our ideal dentist is detail-oriented, sanitary to a fault and has a great smile…

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Thousands of atorchistas running and cycling along Yucatan’s roads, balloons and banners flying, sirens wailing and crowds of weary but smiling faces – it could only mean one thing…

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When we first came to the Yucatan, everything we saw was new. Not so anymore. Now when we go shopping, we are looking for algo diferente…

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Stop the presses! After waiting three long years, a coffee table book about the architecture of Yucatan’s haciendas has finally been published…

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As fellow gringos, we are more than a little abashed by Mel Gibson’s latest film. His movie’s portrayal of 16th century Yucatan Mayan culture is…

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The population of Merida is celebrating the Virgin of Guadalupe as December 12th approaches. The Working Gringos do their best to explain the festivities…

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Like any tropical environment, Yucatan has its share of insectos. From the best to the worst, here is our list of the top ten insects in Yucatan…

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You can count on an abuelita Yucateca to prepare a satisfying relleno negro, but where in Yucatan can you find gringo comfort food..?

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This Sunday, original illustrations by John and Alexandra Wallner are for sale. Bring the children (there will be a place for them to color) and help the children (proceeds will benefit a local charity)…

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We are constantly delighted by the interesting people who have chosen to make their home in the Yucatan. Here is an interview with two award-winning illustrators of childrens books who live in Merida…

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Generations of adventurers have been discovering Yucatan since the first European set foot here. Now and then, we get to think we’re making a “discovery” ourselves…

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Many of our readers have asked if there are any special considerations when building or renovating a house in Yucatan. Here are some of our lessons learned…

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