Yucatan Living
Expatriates living, working & playing in Merida and the Yucatan
The VW Beetle
The popularity of Volkswagen Beetles is one of the first enigmas that struck us upon arrival to the Yucatan. Perhaps if we’d been around the block, we’d have known that “bugs” are a Mexican...
Local Culture
Artist Georgia Charuhas
One of the treasures of any area are the artists who reside there. One of Merida's treasures is 30-year resident Georgia Charuhas.
Art & Music
Vanilla, Yucatan's International Sensation
Although vanilla has become synonymous with plain and boring, this Mayan flavor is an international delight with a fascinating story.
Local Culture
Schools in Merida 2018
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...
Daily Life
Furnished One Bedroom Apt for Rent
If you are looking for a budget vacation rental in downtown Merida, this one bedroom, one bath apartment may be just the ticket! Located right across from the Merida English Library...
Vacation Rentals
Current Events
November 16 2018
- Catholic Service at St. Ildefonso Cathedral
- Catholic Service at Parish of Santiago Apostol
- Noches de Leyenda (Tunnel Tours)
- Video Mapping projections at Cathedral Ildefonso
November 17 2018
- Catholic Service at St. Ildefonso Cathedral
- Catholic Service at Parish of Santiago Apostol
- Slow Food Market
- Storytime
- Night Biciruta
- Night of Cultures
- Noche Mexicana (Mexican Night)
- Noches de Leyenda (Tunnel Tours)
- Pok Ta Pok: The Mayan Ball Game
November 18 2018
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Latest Articles
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The VW Beetle
The popularity of Volkswagen Beetles is one of the first enigmas that struck us upon arrival to the Yucatan. Perhaps if we’d been aroun...
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Artist Georgia Charuhas
One of the treasures of any area are the artists who reside there. One of Merida's treasures is 30-year resident Georgia Charuhas.
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Vanilla, Yucatan's International Sensation
Although vanilla has become synonymous with plain and boring, this Mayan flavor is an international delight with a fascinating story.
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Schools in Merida 2018
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...
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Furnished One Bedroom Apt for Rent
If you are looking for a budget vacation rental in downtown Merida, this one bedroom, one bath apartment may be just the ticket! Located right across from the Merida English Library...
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A Hero for the Americas: The Legend of Gonzalo Guerrero
Our review of a new book about one of Yucatan's most fascinating historical figures.
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Learning English in the Yucatan
As expats in the Yucatan, we spend a lot of time concerned with new languages, whether it's Spanish or Mayan. It's easy to overlook that,...
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A Jewel of Colonial Architecture (TY)
Absolute perfection in this colorful and well-designed home in an excellent location...
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Photo Essays
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Tekax Hilljam 2017
Young riders rocketing down the Yucatan's biggest hill...click the first 4 images to SEE animated gifs of the action!
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Friends of Cozumel
Tiny feet and big smiles at the annual back-to-school charitable event where 500 students received shoes and school supplies.
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CAPP Students and Sponsors
Sponsors spent an afternoon with 17 students who attended, including 2 college graduates. All these young Yucatecans were supported through primeria and high school, and have now gone on to college...
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Corner Plaques
Here is just a sampling of those enchanting little tiles on so many corners in Merida...
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Good Friday in Acanceh
Every year on Good Friday, the town of Acanceh re-enacts the Passion of the Christ...
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Yucatan Photos by Ralph Blessing
Reader and photographer Ralph Blessing shares some of his favorite Yucatan photos...
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Flowers and Trees of Yucatan
The profusion of flowers and flowering trees in and around Merida never ceases to delight us...
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The Art of Joseph Kurhajec
A visit to the studios and galleries with the art of Joseph Kurhajec
Save the Melipona bee!
Colmena-Beehive Problem in La Ermita , Merida, Centro I have 2 beautiful Melipona bee hives in my house within a "ruin" wall, they are very high up and very safe there, they are not bothered.... Th…
Bananto Tue, May 22nd, 2018The Cost of Living in Merida Yucatan
First off, amazing article. It saved me a lot of research time. My wife and I loved it. I'm medically retired through the military and was wondering if you've bumped into any other vets in Merida. I'…
Carlos Trejo Fri, May 18th, 2018Mayan Language for Beginners
Pehk’ K’een Sheeda Shoona, ch’upla Suhk…
Maria Tue, May 15th, 2018Caring For Aging Loved Ones in Yucatan
Thank you Mario for sharing such a personal story.…
John Rinehart Mon, May 7th, 2018Commercial Octopus Farming in Sisal
Dear Sir, We are one of the leading companies selling octopus balls in Japan and looking for more octopus to buy. We are very interested in your work, octopus farming. Would you please tell us how it…
Naomi Pryor Wed, May 2nd, 2018Job Wanted: Professional Aerospace / Automotive Quality Engineer
Searching for position in aerospace engineering as a design checker. 31 years experience in aerospace. Prefer contract engineering position with U.S. company located in Merida, Mexico.…
Mr. John Hall Thu, April 19th, 2018Updated: Hospitals in Yucatan
Looking for good insurance for my Mexican wife she is a national but I want good insurance for her she doesnt work and I don't think she qualified for gov insurance…
Mike Mon, April 16th, 2018