Mexico – Yucatán Peninsula
The Yucatán Peninsula is a land of vibrant colour, ancient history, and natural beauty — where jungle-clad ruins meet turquoise cenotes, pastel colonial towns, and Caribbean coastlines alive with marine life.
From the reef-fringed island of Cozumel to the pastel streets of Valladolid, the cultural heart of Mérida, the historic charm of Campeche, and the blue lagoons of Bacalar, this region captures everything that makes Mexico so special.
Our detailed travel guides cover the best places to stay, what to eat, how to get around, and where to find authentic, off-the-beaten-path experiences — whether you’re here to dive with turtles, explore Mayan temples, or simply slow down and soak up that Yucatán magic.
Wildlife Guides:
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What Animals Can You See in Cozumel?
🐠 A Wildlife & Snorkelling Guide to Mexico’s Coral Island Cozumel might be best known for its white-sand beaches and turquoise Caribbean waters — but it’s also one of the best places in Mexico to spot marine life up close. Sitting on the Mesoamerican Barrier Reef, the second largest reef system in the world, the…
Travel Guides:
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Cozumel Island Travel Guide: Best Snorkelling Spots, Beach Clubs & Budget Tips
The island of Cozumel sits just off Mexico’s Riviera Maya, a short ferry ride from Playa del Carmen. Known for its turquoise waters, coral reefs, and relaxed island life, Cozumel is one of the best places in the Yucatán Peninsula for snorkelling and diving — though it’s also one of the most touristy, thanks to…
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Valladolid Travel Guide: Ek Balam, Secret Cenotes & Why You Should Skip Chichen Itza
Everyone goes to Chichen Itza. They arrive in massive air-conditioned buses from Cancun, stand in the baking sun with 10,000 other people, and leave. That is the wrong way to do the Yucatan. Just down the road is Valladolid, a colonial town that feels weirdly like the Northern Quarter in Manchester—if the Northern Quarter had…
