Monthly Archives: January 2020
Yucatan sees a return of its trademark hot, humid weather
That long stretch of refreshingly (to some) cool weather has gone away for the weekend.
Repaving will require lane closures on the Prolongación
Merida, Yucatan — If you're driving from the Centro to the new Chapur right now, there'd better be a heck of a sale going...
Fried-chicken franchise from Cajun country opens in Merida
A fried-chicken franchise from Louisiana has opened in town.
Record number of runners at Merida Marathon 2020
The 2020 Merida Marathon kicked off this morning with fireworks, sirens and a record number of participants.
The 6 a.m. starting shot rang out...
Cruise ships will dock daily for 2 weeks in January
The tourist industry has high hopes for the first month of 2020.
According to Progreso's Integral Port Administration, 24 cruise ships will arrive in January...
Extra tax pays for security cameras in Yucatan
Merida, Yucatan — On the last day of 2019, the state government established a security tax for all property owners in Yucatan.
The new...
Chichen Itza breaks single-day record for visitors
In a single day, Chichen Itza received 18,696 tourists and set a new record.
Last Dec. 19 was the busiest day ever for the archaeological...
Piñuela closes suddenly, leaving a gap on Calle 60
Merida, Yucatan — After just a little over two years, the Piñuela restaurant has shuttered, and a prominent Centro corner is now vacant.
Despite a 2018...
How did your pets cope with New Year’s fireworks?
Last night's fireworks were pretty intense as we ushered in the 20s. A nonstop barrage of sound and smoke for 45 minutes was a...
