The Huichol had established their roots in the states of Nayarit and Jalisco by the beginning of the Classic Mesoamerican period (200 to 700 AD). They consider themselves descendants of the black dog, tsuku mauyusauye, who helped them during the flood. The Huichol, also known as Wixárika, live mainly in [……]
Emergency Services in Rural Mexico If you are an adventurous soul, you might find yourself in rural Mexico — with a medical issue. Response times could be hours and there are fewer ambulances, rough roads, and limited 911 coverage. In remote areas, the Red Cross might not reach you. Knowing [……]
In the Yucatán Peninsula stands an architectural form that has remained unchanged for over 3,000 years. The traditional Maya house — known as xa’anil naj in the Mayan language — represents what Dr. Aurelio Sánchez of the Autonomous University of Yucatán calls “the only architecture in Mesoamerica that hasn’t needed to be [……]
To enter Mexico, you need a valid passport. Simple as that. This goes for our friends in both the United States and Canada. Now, you might have heard of a “six-month validity rule,” where your passport needs to be valid for at least six months after your travel date. While that’s [……]
Isn’t it nice when foods that are good for us are also tasty! — gracias, Gabi
June 30, 2025 Dear Friends and Neighbors, As we move into the heart of the summer season, I want to take a moment to share important updates from Vecinos de Akumal Norte and extend deep appreciation to those who help keep our community safe, beautiful, and thriving. Recent Projects & [……]
The Weekly Quiz From NPR Puzzlemaster Will Shortz https://www.npr.org/2025/06/01/g-s1-69541/sunday-puzzle On-air challenge: I’m going to read some sentences. In each one find the name of a national capital hidden somewhere in it phonetically. Ex. On eBay, rutabagas are seldom seen. –> BEIRUT 1. Where is the handbag daddy bought? 2. [……]
Why Do Cats Purr? Purring is a specialty among cats in the subfamily Felinae, which includes domestic cats (Felis catus) as well as lynxes, bobcats, and other small wild cats. In these species, a bone in the throat called the hyoid is fixed in position; in non-purring cats like lions and jaguars, [……]
A critical piece of advice is being shared with increasing urgency: avoid the unbranded ATMs that dot the tourist landscapes. They might be convenient, but that convenience could cost you an entire day’s worth of margaritas. So, What’s a “Unbranded” ATM Anyway? An unbranded ATM, is a stand-alone cash machine that [……]
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