5 Bizarre Facts About Barracudas
Xcalak’s clear waters are home to countless fascinating creatures, including the mighty barracuda. They’re sleek, sharp-toothed, and fast, and they might startle the bejeezus out …
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Let’s Go Scuba Diving in Xcalak, Mexico!
Welcome to Xcalak, a small village on the Costa Maya, about 6 miles north of Mexico’s border with Belize. This place is a great destination …
What You Need to Know About The Mosquitoes in Xcalak
Xcalak is a gem of a town on the Mayan Coast; it’s very remote. And that’s awesome. Look at the map, and you’ll see that …
Flat-Out Amazing: Fly Fishing Guides in Xcalak
It’s indisputable that Xcalak’s reputation for bonefish, snook, permit, tarpon, barracuda (and more) reels in plenty of fly fishers. If you’ve ever dreamt of clear …
Playa Sonrisa Under New Ownership
One of Xcalak’s more unique accommodations, clothing-optional Playa Sonrisa, now has new ownership—and there are big plans for enhancing the already popular resort. As the …
Discover the Flavors of Xcalak: Mango Moonshining Brewing Company
Vacation is an opportunity to try drinks that are unique to the region. And honestly, in Mexico, sipping a cold beverage while basking in the …
Sin Duda Villas Triumphs with Tripadvisor’s Best of the Best (2024) Travellers’ Choice Award
Congratulations Sin Duda Villas, on receiving this year’s “Best of the Best” award from Tripadvisor for B&Bs in Xcalak Mexico! The owners, Lesley & Dave, …
Should You Buy Real Estate in Xcalak?
We get a myriad of questions from people curious about buying real estate in Xcalak. It seems Mexico is a popular destination for those looking …
Xcalak’s Beloved Restaurant Closes Its Doors
The Leaky Palapa restaurant was once an integral part of the Xcalak experience. The evenings were always filled with humming conversations and the smell of …
Xcalak COVID-19 Update: *somewhat* Open-for-Business
Update 2022: Xcalak, like most other places in the world, is fully open to travel. Enjoy Here’s the older post: After months of lockdown, Xcalak …