Imagine leisurely swimming through crystal clear Caribbean waters, when suddenly a turtle swims up beside you, a family of rays glides along the sand below, and a school of brightly coloured fish flutter past. This is the magical underwater world of the Riviera Maya. As this amazing stretch of sea r
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For many years, American and British leaders tried to find a quick and cheap way to ship goods between the Atlantic and Pacific coasts. The idea to build the Panama canal came from Vasco Núñez when he discovered the narrow land bridge Isthmus. This patch of land surrounds the now Panama Canal, a pas
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The Revillagigedo Islands are a group of four volcanic islands in the Pacific Ocean off the coast of Mexico, known for their stunning landscapes and unique ecosystems. Not for nothing these exceptional islands are now UNESCO’s newest addition.UNESCO World Heritage SitesFlag of UNESCO. Photo credit:
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The world-famous Maya ruins of Chichen Itza are one of Mexico’s most visited attractions and the archaeological crown jewel of the Yucatan Peninsula. If you're visiting Mexico soon, or just curious to learn more, here's an introduction to the history of Chichen Itza. To better appreciate this awe-in
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Shrouded in mystery, a place that experts all over the world are trying to understand, Teotihuacan is one of Mexico’s largest, and definitely its most mysterious, archaeological sites. With the third largest pyramid in the world being found here, a visit to this fascinating land mark is a trip not t
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The Wildlife of the Panama Canal is a stunning surprise for all visitors to this enticing country. Surprised to learn that one of the world’s most impressive feat of engineering is home to a plethora of amazing creatures? You shouldn’t be. This is South America, after all!Panama Canal. Photo credit:
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