The typical vacation often feels like a race against time, a frantic dash to see every sight and check every box. You get home with a camera full of photos but feel like you need another vacation just to recover. There’s a different way to explore, one that replaces the…

Merida is the capital of Mexico’s Yucatan state and features old colonial, charming buildings and the Mayan heritage is often proudly on display. Whether you want a base to tour the nearby ruins of Uxmal, feast on culinary delights, or swim in the cenotes, Merida is a great place to…