The people who make and sell Yucatán hammocks struggle to stay in business. But they are still hanging in there. The hammock traces its roots to the Indigenous peoples of places like the Maya lowlands in Yucatán, but especially the Taíno people of the Caribbean. The word “hammock” itself derives from the [……]
Good news from Akumal! We want to inform you that the first sea turtle nest of the 2025 nesting season has been recorded, located on Playa Tortugas, Akumal. This nest belongs to the loggerhead sea turtle (Caretta caretta), an emblematic visitor to our coasts. (from CEA) Turtle season 2025 has [……]
The Yucatán Peninsula is home to hundreds of ancient pyramids, a testament to the ingenuity of the illustrious Mayan civilization. While these pyramids are impressive today, in their time, they would have appeared even more spectacular—covered in stucco and paint, often filled with interior chambers and topped with elaborate crest [……]
Mole is one of the iconic dishes in Mexican cuisine, deeply connected to special occasions and celebrations — and this is no coincidence. Moles are more than just sauces; they encompass many foundational ingredients of our gastronomy, such as corn, chili peppers, tomatoes, and quelites. At the same time, mole is the result of centuries [……]
How to fix a dish that is too salty Most of us have experienced that moment of dread when we realize the nice meal we prepared for family & friends is way too salty. Whether we were distracted and added the salt twice or misjudged the size of our “pinch” [……]
While scammers seem to get more and more clever every day, here’s a checklist of tips to help you avoid buying a stolen car in Mexico. Check the VIN (Vehicle Identification Number). You’ll find it on the dashboard, driver’s side door, and engine. It should match the number on the tarjeta de [……]
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A little this & that from the media. • Could H2O Lerma’s biofilters save Mexico’s most polluted rivers? https://mexiconewsdaily.com/el-bajio/h2o-lerma-biofilters/ • Mexico scrambles to boost US water deliveries https://mexiconewsdaily.com/news/mexico-us-water-deliveries-usmca-treaty-review/?utm_source=newsletter_paid • UNAM: Mexico’s last glaciers likely to disappear within 5 years https://mexiconewsdaily.com/news/mexico-last-glaciers-disappear-5-years-unam/ • Water Conference addresses concerns about Bacalar [……]
Robert J. Mulgrew Jr, 75, passed away suddenly Tuesday, March 18, 2025 while prepping for his next trip to Akumal. Bob was born in Dubuque, Iowa on May 20th, 1949, and grew up on a ranch along with his siblings Mike and Mary. Bob dedicated much time to his horsemanship [……]
Apr 30/May 1: Earthshine Nights The Waxing and Waning Crescent Moon phases in April and May are the best time to see Earthshine, where the unlit part of the Moon becomes visible. It is also known as Da Vinci glow. [Image description: A star cluster within a nebula. The background is filled with thin, pale blue clouds. Parts [……]
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