Culture

Just How Old Are the Mexican Civilizations?

April 30, 2024 0

Mexico’s Olmecs are considered the “mother culture” of the Americas, and their monuments still stand today. (Shutterstock) Did you know that Mexico ranks among the oldest civilizations in the world as it was home to the Olmecs, dating back to 1200 B.C.? The Olmecs influenced various Mesoamerican cultures in modern-day [……]

Health

You Want Me to What?! Add a Sprint?!

April 30, 2024 0

Why You Should Add Some Sprints Into Your Workout One reason many adults avoid sprinting is that the thought of past injuries (or possible future ones) can be frightening. Another, of course, is that sprinting is hard, often leaving us doubled over gasping for air. But hard is the idea. [……]

News

Wanna Buy an Island?

April 30, 2024 0

Mexico’s government is putting the last untouched island on the Riviera Maya up for sale for US$68 million.  Technically a key but most often referred to as an island, Cayo Culebra is part of the Sian Ka’an natural reserve. Cayo Culebra covers an area of nearly 4 million square feet [……]

News

In Memoriam: Our Charlene

April 6, 2024 0

Our dear Charlene Powell passed away this week. She left Akumal by Air Ambulance in March 2021 after a fall. We knew she would most probably not be able to come back to Akumal. It was a sad time for all of us. These pictures show her during happier times, [……]

Akumal Foodie

Strung Along by Oaxaca Cheese

March 31, 2024 0

The longer you live in Mexico, the more things become a part of your life that you’d never heard of before, or that previously had been relegated to the category of “exotic specialties.” Such is the case with Oaxaca cheese. It’s good to have a ball of it in the [……]

Health

Best/Worst Habits for Eyesight: 20-20-20 Rule & more

March 31, 2024 0

Nine common beliefs people have about eye health, and what experts have to say about them. 1.  Reading a book or looking at an electronic device up close is bad for your eyes. True. Our eyes are not meant to focus on objects close to our face for long periods of [……]

Events

4th Annual Trivia Challenge Results

March 31, 2024 0

Biblioteca Hekab Be was the big winner to the tune of $24,100 mx & $570 usd!  A tad better than last year!  Entertainment was provided by some of the young people who participate in the programs at the library.  And once again Tom – who features prominently in the photos [……]

News

Careful How You Book American Airlines Flights

March 31, 2024 0

American Airlines announced that beginning May 1, it will require travelers to book directly with the airline, partner airlines or “preferred travel agencies” in order to receive points in its loyalty program.   What are the new points rules at American? Currently, the biggest domestic carriers — including Delta Air Lines, United [……]

Akumal Foodie

“I’d eat cauliflower every day,” Tom said constantly.

March 31, 2024 0

Cauliflower is a cruciferous vegetable with tightly bunched florets connected by a thick core.  It often has a few light green leaves surrounding it.  Although white is the most common color, it also comes in shades of orange, purple and green.  All varieties have the same mild, slightly sweet, and [……]