This week the Spring Music Festival continues with many performances throughout the week, films to remember Elizabeth Taylor by, fiestas in places like Teya and Peto, and a big garage/bake sale in Chelem on Saturday…

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This week, news about the beatification of the Pope, information about the Yaax Ha Ecological Center, single women adopting children in the Yucatan and the sad fact about street dogs in Progreso during Easter…

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This week is Semana Santa, and there will be a lot of Easter-related events around town. Also, in the towns surrounding Merida, look for lots of celebrations of saints as spring arrives. Of course, if it’s just too hot for that, there’s always the beach…

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This week, Progreso is full of news because that is where half the state goes to enjoy the beach for Semana Santa. Also, Manzanero and Son, a new festival announced for Oxkutzcab and an upcoming domino tournament…

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This week, is the ice safe in your drink? Do you want a ferry service from Florida to Progreso? Do you know why Edith Wilson met President Calderon? Do you know what they are doing in Motul these days? Did you know they found new oil fields near Villahermosa? All this and more…

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This week, the Spring Festival of Music is in full swing, with music everywhere! Also, a talk by writer Edith Wilson about her Merida article, the World Of Children art exhibit at the City Museum, an art show on the beach and, as always, much more…

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Our good friend, John Venator, who lives in Valladolid, attended the Red Bull Cliff Diving Competition yesterday just down the street from his house. Here is his account of the day…

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In nine years as residents of Yucatan, we had never stayed in a bonafide all-inclusive on the Riviera Maya. We had a chance to do that recently, and we went for it…

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Casa Caballito makes a great vacation rental for two couples, with two completely private bedrooms and an second-story, open-plan living area. Located near Parque Santiago…

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We took careful notes on our recent trip, driving through Mexico to the Texas border with our two dogs. Here are the details of the trip so you can know what to expect next time you do it…

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There is a general election coming up in Canada on May 2, 2011 and Canadians everywhere are encouraged to participate. Here are the details in how to vote if you are a Canadian expatriate…

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This three bedroom NEW (not renovated) colonial has maximum comfort and spaciousness and its affordable! All amenities, filtered swimming lap pool, fountains and a great location between Ermita and San Sebastian parks make this a perfect rental for families and friends…

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In the news this week, indigenous women receive huge national grants to develop crafts, the Confederation of Mexican Pork met in Merida and issued an important statement, the FIBA Championships are coming to our fair city, and earthworms are catching on…

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This week, a great photography exhibit by kids and for kids… and the photos are for sale. Also, comedy (in English!) and lots of music. There are some great upcoming events to look forward to as well…

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