5 of Our Favorite Small Businesses in Xcalak
In big cities like Cancun or Playa del Carmen there’s no escape from brands like Starbucks, Walmart, and (shudder) Señor Frog’s. Commercialized establishments like that …
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Why Xcalak’s Geckos Should NOT Terrify You At All
In Xcalak you’re guaranteed to see geckos. And these little lizards (crawling across your wall, ceiling, or window) might scare the bejeesus out of you. …
Kenny Chesney Quotes that Prove Xcalak is better than Mahahual
Kenny Chesney Quotes that Prove Xcalak is better than Mahahual You’ve heard of Kenny Chesney, right? He has 14 gold albums and more than 40 …
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Snorkeling? What’s Really Going on When a Barracuda Follows You
A barracuda is a pretty scary-looking fish. Barracudas have enough teeth to chew a human to bits, and can be creepily motionless in the water. …
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Even YOU Can Make Agua de Jamaica (Hibiscus Tea) in Xcalak
You’re someone who enjoys Mexican food. And though you may not always understand the menu, you’re a brave type of traveler. Happy to point and …
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Visiting Kohunlich from Xcalak
The Mayan ruins at Kohunlich are a worthwhile visit from Xcalak. They’re not nearly as crowded as Tulum and Chichen Itza, and they’re much more …
Photo Review of the Leaky Palapa in Xcalak
Sleepy Xcalak may not seem like the kind of place you’re likely to find fine dining. Fortunately, it is! The Leaky Palapa in Xcalak is …
What to do with those Mexican Tortillas
You’ve likely heard tortillas are a big part of the Mexican diet. It’s true. Even at a remote beach destination like Xcalak, the locals sell …
Why you should give Playa Sonrisa (the nude beach) in Xcalak a try
When you first heard of Playa Sonrisa in Xcalak, maybe you found the idea of a nude beach a little humorous. You… …were reminded of …
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Disappear to these Quiet Mexican Beach Towns
Have you noticed how every travel site offers discount beach vacations to Mexico? Growing families, partying students, and rude gringos (who seem to hate Mexican …