Tourism

After a decade-long absence, the K’íiwik Maya World Tourism Fair is making its return to Yucatán, Mexico. The event will take place from June 2 to June 5, 2026, at the Yucatán Siglo XXI Convention Centre in Mérida. Organizers hope the expo will help boost foreign tourism to the region at a time when international visitor numbers face new challenges. A Long-Awaited … [Read more...] about K’íiwik Tourism Expo Returns to Yucatán After 10 Years

Canadian snowbirds and Yucatán regulars have long had just one way to fly direct between Toronto and Mérida: WestJet. That changes this November, when Air Canada enters the route — creating a bit of competition and a lot more seat availability on what has historically been a tight, seasonal corridor. Here's what travelers need to know about the two options. WestJet: The … [Read more...] about Toronto to Mérida: Now You Have 2 Nonstop Options This Fall

The Maya city of Oxkintok is among the most impressive yet most neglected by INAH. According to a former custodian of the site who recently quit in frustration, Oxkintok has not received any resources from the federal or state government since early October.  “It makes me extremely upset. As you can see, the weeds are overgrown across much of Oxkintok, and there are … [Read more...] about ‘Embarrassing’: Neglected Oxkintok Deserves Better, Frustrated Locals Say