Giant sinkholes called cenotes offer unique places to swim in Mexico’s Yucatan peninsula. What would possess visitors to Mexico’s Yucatan peninsula to descend into the depths of the earth? No, it’s not some bizarre desire to become mole people. Climbing below the earth’s surface is the only way to fully enjoy the cenotes, which are…
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Gearing Up for the 4th Annual Whale Shark Festival in Mexico
, Whale sharks are the star guests at Isla Mujeres, Mexico, in July. If you’re looking for some excitement this summer, consider the 4th Annual Whale Shark Festival, which takes place July 15-17 in Isla Mujeres, Mexico. Last year several thousand people came to the island for this family-friendly event, which includes activities like swimming with…
Cancun Celebrates Third International Whale Shark Day
Now is the time to swim with the sharks in Cancun. Photo: Beto Friscione, www.solobuceo.com For most of us, August 30 means nothing more than the end of the month and the countdown toward the end of summer. But in Cancun, it’s a day to swim with the sharks.For the third year in a year,…