Merida

After a rushed 30-minute stop in Valladolid with a tour bus, Valladolid remained a priority on my bucket list until I returned for a 2-week stay. That’s when I learned many travelers are confused about how to get from Valladolid to Chichen Itza. I’m here to clear the air. You can travel to Chichen Itza […]

Most tourists visit Valladolid as a stop en route to Chichen Itza, grabbing some grilled corn or ice cream in the plaza while admiring the church. But if you’re lucky (or should I say, savvy) enough to want to spend the night, you might wonder—is Valladolid safe after all the tourist buses leave? Valladolid is

The Yucatan is a quintessential Mexican beach destination. But it’s no secret that Mexico has a bad reputation for safety compared to its northern neighbors. So, are all those stories you’ve heard right, or is the Yucatan safe? The data suggests that the Yucatan is one of the safest places to visit in Mexico. As

There’s no shortage of people who’ve never been to Mexico but are willing to share their “expert” opinions on its safety. So among stories of drug cartels, kidnappings, and more, it might get you wondering—is Merida, Mexico safe? According to Numbeo’s 2021 statistics, Merida ranks #8 as the safest city in the Americas. The only

If the Yucatan’s land-locked capital of Merida leaves you itching to see the sea, taking a Campeche day trip is an excellent option. Although the 4 – 5 hour round-trip travel time makes some people shy away, Campeche gives the term “hidden gem” a whole new meaning. Needless to say, I think it’s worth the

If you’ve already researched a Las Coloradas tour, you’ve likely heard conflicting feedback about whether or not it’s worth it. Some people say the pink lakes are so pink. Others say they look like brown mush. And almost all agree that it’s a really long trip to get there from just about every major destination

If you have your doubts about how easy it is to find vegetarian and vegan restaurants in Valladolid, I get it—I did too. Since the town is so small and most tourists only stop there on their way to Chichen Itza, it doesn’t seem like a place that would be bursting with veggie-friendly options. Needless

If you’re like me, the promise of a Chichén Itzá-like destination without the crowds entices you to visit Uxmal. And if you’re also like me, you’re scratching your head about how to take a bus there. Full disclosure: I took my trip with the intention of getting a confirmed bus schedule from Merida to Uxmal.