Yucatan and Campeche States Travel Guide
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In sharp contrast to the resort lifestyle of Cancún and Riviera Maya, the Yucatán and Campeche states cater to a more tranquil traveler who is looking to avoid the Spring Break atmosphere. Here you'll find innumerable natural and historic wonders, including mangrove forests, unspoiled beaches, quaint colonial villages, and more than 50% of Mexico's bird species.
Yucatan and Campeche States Hotels
Yucatán State has around 8,500 hotel rooms—a little over a third of what Cancún has. Try to check out the interior before booking a...read more
Yucatan and Campeche States Restaurants
Expect a superb variety of cuisines—primarily Yucatecan, of course, but also Lebanese, Italian, French, Chinese, vegetarian, and Mexican—at...read more
Things To Do in Yucatan and Campeche States
Explore the best sights, entertainment, and shopping with our top choices and insider tips.
Travel Deals in Yucatan and Campeche States
- Visit Merida for Less: Hotels Fr $80+/Nt Travelocity
- Holiday Inn Merida on Sale: Book 3 Nts in Aug Fr $88+/Nt Expedia
- Colon in Aug: $61 & Up — $61 Expedia
- Save in Merida: Book 3 Nts in Aug at Colonial Fr $58+/Nt — $58 Expedia
- Save Big This Aug! Book 3 Nts in Merida at Nacional Fr $51+/Nt — $51 Save with Expedia, $14/night less
Yucatan and Campeche States Experiences
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Visiting spectacular Mayan ruins: Chichén Itzá and Uxmal are two of the largest, most beautiful sites in the region.... Read more
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Chefs in Mexico skillfully combine ingredients and techniques from the New World and Old, but the cuisines here vary dramatically from region... Read more
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Francisco de Montejo's conquest of Yucatán took three gruesome wars over a total of 24 years. "Nowhere in all America was resistance to... Read more
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Rise before the sun and head for shallow water to see flamingos engrossed in an intricate mating dance. From late winter into spring, thousands... Read more
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Yucatecan artisans are known for creating some of the finest hamacas, or hammocks, in the country. For the most part, the shops of Mérida... Read more
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To the ancient (and tradition-bound modern) Maya, holes in the ground—be they sinkholes, cenotes, or caves—are considered conduits... Read more
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US Airways launched a new app for passengers this week, letting them book flights, find airport maps, ... Read more
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Trip Ideas
From backpackers to businessmen, luxury seekers to religious pilgrims, all kinds of travelers are draw... Read more
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