How is the Mexican Economy Doing?
When President Peña Nieto was sworn in, there was hope that Mexico would rise above the 2.4 percent average annual growth rate it has had for the last 30 years and take off.
Although the country weathered the 2008 global recession better than…
Xel-Há Triathlon
Xel-Há Park, November 15-16
This popular sporting event takes on a new dimension this year as the venue for the 2014 National Triathlon Championship for different age groups. On November 15 the Olympic contest will take place and the following day is reserved for the Sprint, Children and Women Beginners categories.
Isla Mujeres Whale Shark Festival
July 20-27
A visit to Isla Mujeres is always fun but even more so the week July 20-27 when the islanders pay homage to their largest visitors, the gentle whale sharks that gather to feast on plankton in the deep waters to the east of Isla Mujeres and Contoy and further north off Holbox and Cabo Catoche.Calakmul, World Heritage Site
The ancient Mayan city of Calakmul and the Calakmul Biosphere Reserve in southern Campeche have now been designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in the mixed natural/cultural category.
Spectacular New Xcaret Evening Show
More spectacular than ever, a new evening show awaits visitors to Xcaret. With a $200 million peso investment in the latest light and sound technology and stage design, the extravaganza features 300 performers, different music, dances and costumes, coming together in a celebration of Mexico, its history and traditions.
Blue Flag Seal of Approval for Cancun Beaches
Three of Cancún’s public beaches Playa Delfines, Playa Chac Mool and Playa Las Perlas now have the prized international Blue Flag for their exceptional water and sand quality, hygiene and services. Cancún is the first place in Mexico to receive this distinction and several more beaches are possible candidates for the next round of inspections in November.
Dolphin Discovery Opens in Akumal
Dolphin Discovery has opened yet another dolphin park in the Riviera Maya, this time in the Akumal area. Dolphin Akumal is the company’s fourteenth park and the only one with dolphins that were all born in human care (certified Miracle program).
If…
International Festival of Maya Culture
Mérida, October 17-27
The 2014 International Festival of Maya Culture in Mérida will showcase traditions, music, dance, language and other aspects of Mayan heritage. The program will feature seminars and workshops given by researchers from…
