Supporting the Buzz in the Maya Hinterland
At Abbey del Sol, we believe in meaningful community partnerships.
While we’re known for our Puerto Morelos vacation rentals, we’re also proud to support projects that give back to the communities around us—and one that makes us especially proud is our ongoing support of Maya beekeepers deep in the Yucatán jungle.
How a Sponsorship of Jars Helps Maya Beekeepers Thrive
Through our good friend Michael A. Maurus and the Maya Hinterland Project, we sponsor the glass jars these beekeepers need to bring their honey to market.
Sponsoring these jars is a small but impactful gesture that helps generate extra income for their families—and it’s incredibly satisfying to see the results. Over the past few years, they’ve tripled the number of bee colonies they care for.
Two Bees, One Tradition: Honoring Both Melipona and Apis
Each plays a unique role—Meliponas are cherished for their sacred, medicinal honey, while Apis bees provide a more abundant harvest that helps boost income. Together, they represent a blend of ancient tradition and practical sustainability.
The Melipona bees are native to the Yucatán and have been part of Maya life for thousands of years.
Unlike the introduced European honey bees, Meliponas don’t sting—and the honey they produce is rare, deeply medicinal, and considered sacred.
Watching the beekeepers work is a reminder that this isn’t just a harvest—it’s the continuation of an ancient relationship between people and place.
A short hike deeper into the jungle brings us to the Apis bees—the more familiar honey bees introduced to the Americas centuries ago. These colonies thrive alongside the native bees, and their honey offers an important source of income for Maya families.
With care and respect, the beekeepers lift heavy combs from the hives, guided by knowledge passed down through generations. Whether tending stingless or stinging bees, the work is rooted in patience, tradition, and a deep understanding of balance with nature.
Puerto Morelos Vacation Rentals with Heart and Purpose
At Abbey del Sol, supporting the people and traditions that make this region unique is part of who we are.
Whether it’s sponsoring jars for jungle honey or offering warm, welcoming spaces for guests, we’re proud to be rooted in something real.
When you stay with us in Puerto Morelos, you’re not just booking a vacation rental—you’re helping sustain a living heritage that continues to thrive, one bee at a time.
