Story Time! My Mom’s Visit to Xcalak
Hi there, this is Tim. My wife and I love the quiet charm of Xcalak – so much so that we created the website you’re …
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Why Responsible Vacationers Choose Xcalak, Mexico
For Mexico-bound vacationers the village of Xcalak, way at the south of the Yucatan peninsula, checks all the boxes when it comes to responsible travel. …
Mahahual or Xcalak – Which Should You Choose?
So, you’ve found an untouched Mexican beach destination of Costa Maya. Congrats! Costa Maya – south of the Riviera Maya – is an excellent place …
Watching the Moon in Xcalak: Jan/Feb 2019
You likely know that (most of) the beach accommodations in Xcalak are off grid. And that the entire area is basically in the middle of …
On the Beach – Sargassum in Xcalak
Xcalak, Mexico is a secluded beach paradise perfect for travelers who love nature. But nature isn’t beautiful all the time – sometimes it stinks. Literally. …
7 Facts on the Ghost Crabs of Xcalak
Ever watched a beach dog flip out and start frantically digging a hole in the sand? We see it happen twice a day. Xcalak is …
Yikes! There’s Plastic on the Beach in Xcalak
You’ve heard that Xcalak is paradise. Well that’s correct. This sweet little part of Mexico has secluded beaches, warm weather, and a beautiful view. And …
SEE what Xcalak village is REALLY like (Video)
Imagine you just met a chill couple who just got back from Xcalak, and they can’t stop raving about how good a vacation they had. …
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 …
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. …