Journal
Stories and local knowledge
Reef reports, ruins, food and the honest practical detail behind a good day on the coast.
September 26, 2026 · 4 min read
Travel with Trust: Why Transparency Matters
Why we publish every fee, every hour and every limitation before you book, and what that does to a holiday.
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Sep 22, 2026 · 10 min
922 Sea Turtle Nests in Akumal
A record season, what it says about the sanctuary, and how to visit without disturbing the nests.
Sep 2, 2026 · 8 min
Hanal Pixan: The Heart of Mayan Day of the Dead
Food for the souls, the earth oven, and the family in Coba who cooks it with us each November.
Aug 10, 2026 · 6 min
Clear From the Start: Why We Include All Fees
No hidden fees, no card surcharges, no surprise checkout line. Here is what changed and why.
Jul 30, 2026 · 14 min
The Best Reefs Around Playa del Carmen
From hidden shore reefs to the Puerto Morelos reserve, where to put your mask in the water this season.
Jul 21, 2026 · 10 min
Seven Cenotes Worth the Drive
Open, cavern, and genuinely underground. How to choose the right cenote for your group.
Jul 10, 2026 · 3 min
Sargassum Season and Where to Swim Instead
When the seaweed arrives, when it leaves, and the cenotes and lagoons that are unaffected.
Jul 3, 2026 · 7 min
Why We Over-Communicate Before a Tour
What a one star review taught us about setting expectations for long travel days and wildlife.
Jul 3, 2026 · 3 min
Meet Your Guide Before You Book
Every guide on this site has a profile, a face and a specialism. Here is why that matters.
Jun 16, 2026 · 11 min
Toddler Friendly Tours in Cancun
Which days work with small children, which do not, and the difference between shared and small group.