Travel guides

The Andiani Journal

Destination guides, cenotes, family trips and honest advice for the eleven places we host, written by the local teams who live there.

Holbox

Holbox

Holbox Island Travel Guide: What to Know Before You Go

How to get to Holbox, what makes it different from the mainland Riviera Maya, whale shark season, and what to expect once you're there.

August 30, 2026 · Read the guide

Puerto Morelos

Puerto Morelos

Puerto Morelos: The Quiet Reef Town Between Cancun and Playa

Why Puerto Morelos is worth a stop or a stay: its protected reef, low-key town square, and easy access to both Cancun and Playa del Carmen.

August 27, 2026 · Read the guide

Isla Mujeres

Isla Mujeres

Isla Mujeres: Day Trip or Overnight Stay? What Actually Makes Sense

Should you visit Isla Mujeres as a day trip from Cancun or stay overnight? A honest comparison of cost, crowds and what you'd actually see.

August 24, 2026 · Read the guide

Tulum

Tulum

The Best Cenotes Near Tulum (And How to Visit Them Right)

A practical guide to Tulum's cenotes: which ones suit swimmers, divers and families, entry costs, and how to avoid the midday crowds.

August 21, 2026 · Read the guide

Playa del Carmen

Playa del Carmen

Where to Stay in Playa del Carmen: A Neighborhood Guide

A practical breakdown of Playa del Carmen's neighborhoods, from walkable Centro to quiet Playacar, to help you pick where to book.

August 18, 2026 · Read the guide

Cancun

Cancun

Best Time to Visit Cancun: A Season-by-Season Guide

When to book Cancun for the best weather, prices and crowds, month by month, including hurricane season and Spring Break dates.

August 15, 2026 · Read the guide