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Cleaning our house can be as challenging as it gets. But we still manage to look for easier ways to get the job done, and one of them is the use of chemicals. We all know that the use of chemicals can make our chores easy, but we don’t know that these products may have…

Aside from being an enjoyable and athletic activity, hiking allows you to be one with nature. Nonetheless, this is one hobby that requires your utmost respect for the environment. That said, we have listed down nine tips on how you make your hike environment-friendly:   1. Bring a reusable water bottle There is nothing much…

There’s no denying that international travel becomes more and more affordable nowadays. Thanks to airfare discounts, credit card perks, and affordable accommodations. In relation to this, property owners are being smart with renting out their vacant properties through Airbnb. On the other hand, 66% of Airbnb guests pointed out that the environmental benefits of home-sharing…

Had it not been for the recent pandemic, more and more people would still be out and on their way to their dream destination. Until recently, it is evident that more and more people are having the capacity to explore the world. However, travel and tourism pose the greatest environmental threats. This explains why environmentalists…

Cycling through the Yucatan Peninsula is the most authentic way to experience the region, off the beaten track and not stuck in a bus. The Yucatan Peninsula is full of tourist attractions, but on a bike, you will be able to see small villages and everyday life, things that “normal” tourists won’t see. Because your…

Did you know Mexico is famous for its silver? A silver ring, necklace, or a pair of earrings are definitely one of the souvenirs you need to buy. If you are looking for a real souvenir from Cancun, try to forget the magnets and T-shirts. Buy authentic souvenirs. After your wonderful vacation in Cancun, it is important to buy some souvenirs that you will have for the rest of your life. Souvenirs that will remind you of your Caribbean adventure. Maybe you buy it for yourself or for your friends and family. However, buying a small gift is essential.   MARKET 28 The best place to buy souvenirs is in Market 28. This market reaches an entire city block in downtown Cancun, selling all kinds of artisan souvenirs and gifts. It is large and filled with vendors trying to get…

The Whale Shark Season is about to start! Here are 5 Facts about Whale Sharks that you need to know. Are you looking for an adventure you will never forget? Then we might have something for you: the whale shark season is about to start soon! From May to September, EcoColors will take you on a tour to meet these incredible creatures in their natural habitat and to swim with the harmless giants of the sea. Here are some interesting facts about whale sharks. The largest fish in the sea The whale shark is actually the largest known fish in the sea; it can reach lengths of 12 meters and weigh approximately 20.6 tons! Therefore, whale sharks are bigger than great white sharks (4.6 to 6.1 meters), which are sometimes mistaken to be the largest shark. Here you can see…

Don’t be scared to leave the beautiful beaches of the Yucatan peninsula and try to go off the beaten track! Yucatan is known for its ‘cenotes´ or underwater sinkholes and caves. Here are the 5 most impressive ones. Cenote Azul Cenote Azul is a very popular cenote located in the south of Playa del Carmen. This cenote is a little bit different than the others because it’s more open, like a lake. This makes it easier for kids to go into the water. You can also jump from a cliff for the ones who dare. There are even quiet corners where you can relax.   Cenote X’Canche Cenote X’Canche is a hidden cenote and lesser-frequented. It is located about 1.5 km into the jungle, near Ek Balam. The cenote is perfectly round and large located deep in the ground with sharp rock walls. Here you…

1/ Chichen Itza You could enjoy one of the 7 new world wonders, Chichen Itza is one of the most important archeological areas of the peninsula of Yucatán. This former capital of the empire Maya, of a 300-hectare surface where we can admire the pyramid of Kukulcan of two cenotes what a real gold mine for this region was deprived of water in that time. The site of Chichen Itza also has an observatory, which faces the great pyramid and allowed the Mayas to study the movement of the stars a very precise knowledge of which they had. https://ecotravelmexico.com/mexico-cultural-tours/chichen-itza/   2/ Cenotes Cenotes are abysses or wells, in a karstic environment, totally were partially filled with a superficial coat of freshwater and sometimes with a lower coat of seawater if they inform with the ocean that we find essentially in…

The most common problem that we all face when we go on vacation is that there is just never enough time to visit all the places we want. We are always dependent on our bus schedule and often end up in a big traffic jam which completely changes our plans. But what if there is an alternative? Say yes to a different tour – a bike tour. Here are 5 reasons why you should choose a bike trip:   You are the boss Yes, that’s right – it’s all up to you. You are completely flexible about where you want to stop, where you want to go, and find the places to take memorable pictures with your friends. You see more When you bike you see way more than if you just walk or drive. You enjoy the breeze in…