Towards the end of October, you’ll begin to see cempasuchitl marigolds red cockscomb flowers and fragrant lilies, pan de muerto, candy skulls and cut tissue paper as people begin to build Dia de Muertos altars in honor of the departed. One of Mexico’s richest and most colorful traditions, Día de Muertos is observed on November 1 and 2. At…
From beaches to caves and the cities of the ancient Maya, our monthly gallery showcases some of the region’s many natural and historical attractions. How many have you visited? Which ones would you like to explore on future visits to Cancun and the Riviera Maya? Xpu-Ha The long crescent-shaped beach at Xpu-Ha is one of the most beautiful bays…
From locally made hammocks and Panama hats to ceramics, colorful wooden alebrije figures from Oaxaca, silver and embroidered textiles, Merida is an excellent place to shop for folk art from the region and elsewhere in Mexico. Not only will you find handicrafts but also the work of up and coming Mexican artists who weave ethnic symbols into contemporary designs. …
Looking for something different to do this vacation or on your next trip to Cancun and the Riviera Maya? Spend a couple of days exploring Merida, one of Mexico’s oldest and loveliest cities. Known as “La Ciudad Blanca” or the “White City,” Mérida boasts colonial churches dating from the 16th, 17th and 18th centuries, 19th-century civic buildings, and gracious…
Whatever the season, Yucatan Peninsula’s wild areas call nature lovers to catch a glimpse of families of spider monkeys and coatimundis in the jungle, crocodiles and manatees in the wetlands, and a wealth of colorful bird species. Thomas More Travel offers eco tours to the biosphere reserves of Sian Ka’an, Contoy and Rio Lagartos. Sian Ka’an Biosphere Reserve Straddling…
Photo credit header image: SHOWME Caribbean/Shutterstock.com At only 166 square miles, Barbados may be just a speck on the world map, but it has made its mark on the global scale as one of the leading tourist destinations in the Caribbean. The former British colony is highly regarded for its breezy ambiance, gorgeous beaches, and striking natural attractions like…
Photo credit header image: Pawel Kazmierczak/Shutterstock.com “The ocean is the most incredible exhibition space an artist could ever wish for”. Words from famous underwater sculptor Jason deCaires Taylor. The creator has sculptures all over the world, but as far as his addition to the already beautiful waters of Grenada, you can be assured that nowhere else in the Caribbean…
An upcoming vacation has a way of spicing up life as you know it – from the moment the days start dwindling until you get to your destination. Before you find yourself on the shores of an island paradise, you’ll first need to decide which one you want to visit. If you’re looking for somewhere gorgeous, adventurous, and fun,…
Photography by Katie Knotts Let’s be clear from the start about Rachael and Lane’s wedding at Sandals South Coast: It was not the wedding Rachael had always imagined. It wasn’t prim. It wasn’t processed. And it wasn’t proper in the traditional sense either. Rachael did not wear a $5,000 dress, and her shoes were so cozy she felt as…
Cover image credit: Mario Hagen/Shutterstock.com Barbados is a dream destination for travelers for many reasons. Fishing enthusiasts in particular will find plenty of opportunities to indulge in their passion on this island. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or a beginner, Barbados offers a range of locations, tours, and fishing charters that cater to all levels of expertise, making it…