A Colorful New Cultural Mosaic in Leona Vicario

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A vibrant new event is lighting up the heart of Leona Vicario—a town that’s part of the Puerto Morelos municipality, located just inland on the other side of the famous Ruta de los Cenotes. The first edition of Mosaico Cultural was inaugurated on May 25, 2025, by Mayor Blanca Merari Tziu Muñoz. This monthly celebration…

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 Chocolate—From Sacred Ritual to Indulgence

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Did you know chocolate was born right here in Mesoamerica? Long before it became the sweet treat we know today, the Maya and Aztecs revered cacao as sacred. Among the Maya, cacao was considered a divine gift from the gods—used in rituals, offerings, and even royal ceremonies. It wasn’t eaten as a candy but consumed…

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Puerto Morelos Hosts the First Annual Reef Race

Three kayakers racing across the turquoise waters of Puerto Morelos during the 1st Reef Race.

Last weekend, Puerto Morelos made waves—literally—with the first edition of the Reef Race, a brand-new canoe and kayak event that brought sports enthusiasts together from across Quintana Roo, Yucatán, and even as far as Querétaro. A Race for Everyone: From Beginners to Masters Athletes ranged from beginners to seasoned masters, showing the wide appeal of…

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Wildfire Awareness and Prevention in Puerto Morelos

A teddy bear dressed as a firefighter stands holding a hose. Bold text reads “Puerto Morelos Wildfire Prevention” against a blurred natural background.

As we move deeper into the dry season here in the Yucatán Peninsula, the risk of wildfires increases drastically. While the jungle may seem lush and green, prolonged dry spells turn large areas into tinderboxes—and it doesn’t take much to spark disaster. Our friend Michael A. Maurus, who lives deep in the jungle near Maya…

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Semana Santa in Mexico: Faith, Flavor, and the Freedom of the Coast

Puerto Morelos leaning lighthouse decorated with Easter bunny ears and colorful eggs against a sunrise sky.

Semana Santa—Holy Week—is one of the most important holidays in Mexico, blending deep spiritual roots with the joy of family, food, and time off. And like everything here, it’s celebrated with color, heart, and a rhythm all its own. A Time of Reflection Semana Santa dates back to the early 1500s, when Spanish missionaries introduced…

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Local Parks Getting a Makeover in Puerto Morelos

A pirate ship-themed playground structure with slide and swings in a sunny, tree-lined park in Villas Morelos I, Puerto Morelos.

We love seeing Puerto Morelos grow in ways that benefit the community—and the recent upgrades to the local parks in Villas Morelos I and II are a great example of that! These parks are where local families gather in the evenings, where kids play after school, and neighbors catch up under the trees. Now, thanks…

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What Makes Abbey del Sol so Different

Two Abbey del Sol team members smile outside the office, one sitting playfully on a large blue piggy bank sculpture.

Spend any time around Puerto Morelos and you’ll hear the name Abbey del Sol come up again and again. Not just from happy vacationers—but from homeowners, long-time staff, and locals who’ve watched the company grow with the town. Behind the scenes, Abbey del Sol runs on something simple: professionalism. Every part of the operation is…

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Chichén Itzá and the Magic of the Equinox: A Timeless Maya Wonder

Feathered serpent sculpture and Kukulkán pyramid at Chichén Itzá during equinox, with text overlay reading “Equinox Chichén Itzá”

Every spring and fall, something incredible happens deep in the Yucatán jungle. As the sun crosses the celestial equator, thousands gather at the ancient city of Chichén Itzá to witness a moment of pure architectural and astronomical genius. It’s not coincidence—it’s ancient brilliance.  At just the right time in the afternoon, shadows cast by the…

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