Highlights of Yucatán: readers’ travel tips

by Nanda Whiles

We stayed in Ek Balam pueblo at Genesis Eco Oasis, where the owner promotes mutually beneficial interaction with local people, such as a visit to her farm to see how they cope with draught and hurricanes, and to her Maya friend to make tortillas and chocolate as her ancestors did. We felt this experience helps prevent the devastating cultural and environmental impact of mass tourism.

https://www.theguardian.com/travel/2017/feb/09/yucatan-mexico-holidays-readers-travel-tips

Five best … Hidden wonders

3. Ek Balam, Mexico

If you want to avoid the coach parties at Chichen Itzá and Uxmal, head for Ek Balam – where wild animals outnumbers tourists. Though much of it is covered in vegetation, you can climb the massive main pyramid.

https://www.theguardian.com/travel/2006/oct/21/fivebest.culturaltrips.guardiansaturdaytravel

By MARLA JO FISHER

“Can we live here, Mommy?” Michael asks.

Well, no, but I try to figure out when we can come back. Hmm. Thanksgiving? A good time, she says.