Living in Mexico, does not mean giving up modern conveniences such as shopping and fine dining. The capital city of Mérida, has everything you could possibly ask for, including a side of charm. Getting my vote for the happiest city in Mexico, and quite possibly North America, Mérida offers state-of-the-art facilities to meet everything from cultural to medical needs. Respecting both sophistication and relaxation, this one-of-a-kind city offers an energy that beckons travelers from across the globe. Rest assured, your Mérida lifestyle can be as hip or laid back as you want it to be, but don’t take my word for it, visit to find out for yourself. 

I visited Merida, Mexico for the first time last month, June 2014. Business colleagues and friends advised me not to go due to the unsafe conditions of traveling south of the US border. “Have you seen the news? Please consider not going.” I simply smiled and thought to myself, the media only covers the negative, why would I take their word on where I should travel, so off I went.

Arriving late in the evening, it was hard to get my bearings and see anything as I took the taxi to the hotel. The experience inside the airport and hotel were complete with smiles and respect. There was no uneasy feeling of getting stared at, feeling like I needed to white knuckle my purse, or feeling afraid to ask for help or directions...