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The Legendary Alux Does This Mayan Mythological Creature Really Exist?

Santa has his crew of elves, the Irish have leprechauns, but for help and luck, Mayan farmers turn to aluxes. Along with astoundingly precise pyramids structures and a fascinating history, the Mayan culture has passed ...

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A Wet n Wild Day At Ventura Park in Cancun

Updated on August 4, 2022 Since it was the last week of summer vacation, a friend and I set off to Ventura Park in two vehicles loaded with kids. Located just under an hour from ...

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Cenotes – A Whole Other World Beneath The Yucatan Peninsula

The Yucatán Peninsula's beauty spreads over a region enveloped by lush, tropical jungle and bordered by the  Caribbean Sea with its awe-inspiring shades of turquoise, aqua and deep blue.  Hundreds of thousands of visitors arrive ...

Cozumel – The Island of Ancient Mayan Civilizations and Natural Splendor

The island of Cozumel, once a safe harbor for infamous pirates, is a nature lover's paradise.  Located an hour by ferry from Playa del Carmen, this laid-back city is surrounded by part of the Mesoamerican ...

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5 Top Beaches In And Around Playa del Carmen

With hundreds of miles of pristine coastline to choose from, several powdery-soft white shores could have very well made the top 5 list.  However, we have selected 5 unique beach settings in and around Playa ...

Valladolid – A City Brimming With Charm And History!

It had been three years since we had visited the congenial city of Valladolid, Yucatan.  So the kids and I were delighted to have the opportunity to join friends on a day trip to the ...

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A Little Piece Of The World I Call “Heaven”

In honor of the 'I Love Playa del Carmen' contest presented by Bric Vacation Rentals, we interviewed Michelle, a recurring visitor at one of the city's most sought after luxury condos, 'The Elements'.  Michelle first ...