The Playa Times

For centuries, ancient cultures have used legends and folklore in an attempt to explain the universe around them. The Maya of the Yucatan are no different and our resident anthropologist shares the Maya belief of how the sun, moon and stars came to be. ow.ly/Asib30kgRzO

#TPTravelGuide Looking for a change of scenery? Interested in exploring other parts of the Yucatan Peninsula? Why not consider a visit to the capital city of the state of Yucatan? ow.ly/BAlS30kgRwA

#TPTravelGuide If an escape is what you are looking for, we found it! Paradise abounds in these two beautiful locations located in the northern part of the Yucatan Peninsula ow.ly/7c7f30kgRiV

#TPTfoodies In our Adventure Foodies column we’re going to explore some places that you may not have heard, are off the beaten path, or appeal to our frugal side ow.ly/5EeJ30kgRad

#TPTfoodies Whether you are an aficionado or just looking for a good cocktail after a long, hard day, check out these spots to get a great martini in Playa ow.ly/DZL930kgR0D

#TPTravelGuide Cobá is an enormous site with all the sites lost among the dense jungle of the Nohoch-Mul, making this ruin unique. ow.ly/Kn9i30kgQVq

#TPTravelGuide Talk about a deserted island! If you are a nature lover, Isla Contoy is a must see for you. ow.ly/2jYR30kgQMX

#TPTgreen There are over 600 different species of rays distributed over all our oceans – from the giant manta that reaches up to 7 m of width, to a little electric ray of only 15 cm of width. ow.ly/BgKe30kgQAb

#TPTculture Participate in a cacao ceremony at Sacbe, a sacred ritual that promotes healing and inner connection ow.ly/rMIr30kgQoc

#TPThealth New technological advances in dentistry have advantages for both for the patient and doctor ow.ly/OMGk30kgQkp

#TPTcommunity If coastal communities live from marine resources, shouldn’t environmental education be a priority here? ow.ly/HWuQ30kgQfB

#TPTravelGuide Exploring the underground rivers of these subterranean caves is a great way to stay cool and explore the beauty of the Yucatan ow.ly/cf6O30kgPZW @riosecreto

#TPTfoodies This is the history that inspired a defying traditional cuisine without losing its regional spirit. ow.ly/nmm730kgPRw @AlmirantePech

#TPTcommunity Veterinarian Ana Negrete is head of the Xcaret Sea Turtle Conservation Program, focused on rehabilitating, releasing and tracking sea turtles in an effort to protect them from extinction ow.ly/ieVX30kgPOp

#TPTinsider There’s nothing like honest food, a stunning view and positive vibes to set you up for a winning day @MamitasBeach ow.ly/5Nvj30kgPCb

#TPTeditorial Living Local, Feeling Global in Playa del Carmen ow.ly/1fTd30kfTWq

#TPTinsider Find out why having this identification number is a good idea if you are a temporary or permanent resident in Mexico ow.ly/uCJR30kfTJd

#TPTfoodies Mushrooms of Mexico. Do you know the varieties of this versatile protein? ow.ly/JjeL30kfTFf

#TPTinsider A new terminal at Cancun airport and more flight connections make this hot destination even more attractive ow.ly/gi4D30kfTAB

#TPTinsider If we all make an effort to be responsible visitors, we will help to keep the Riviera Maya the beautiful and precious area it is ow.ly/91jZ30kfMA7