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Cultural Activity: Escudos
It has been an exhilarating first week for the students in Merida! Amidst the vibrant cultural experiences and the enchanting cityscape, these young minds have embarked on a journey that... keep reading
Host Family, Chef Lalo!
Chef Lalo's abode, La Casita, Ciudadela Caudel, Merida is an unassuming portal A La Vida Yucateco! Eduardo is my Host Family while here on the outskirts of the periferico of... keep reading
Scavenger Hunt - Downtown Merida
Full of energy the students explored the colorful streets of the historical center of Merida. Along with their program leader and explore the surrounding areas of the CIEE center. Searching... keep reading
God of Rain and Water, “Chaahk!”, Tour of Merida
Gritando in Mayan to the powerful God of Rain and Water, “Chaahk!” With hands held high and voice booming across the rain stricken open sided bus, a Cuban WaWa, our... keep reading
Exciting beginnings in Mérida!
Sunday, June 9, marked the biggest travel day for our students arriving to Mérida for the High School Summer Abroad (HSSA) Spanish Language and Mexican Culture program. Whether they arrived... keep reading
For all the high school teachers
Now that it's been over a week since I returned from Mérida, I want to talk a bit more about what this experience meant to me as a high school... keep reading
Salsa in Mérida: Students Take a Piece of Mexico Home
On Monday, students enjoyed a salsa dance class with professional instructors. With every twirl and sway, the students couldn't help but revel in the joy that salsa brought to their... keep reading
Student takeover: My Final Weekend in Merida - Karl Alan
After 3 amazing weeks, we finally come to the last week of this amazing trip. I’m Karl, a student in level 2B, and this trip has been truly wonderful. This... keep reading
¡Piñata Party!
The mere image of the colourful crepe paper figures of stars and beloved characters is enough to bring back memories of childhood birthday parties, blindfolded and ready to take a... keep reading
Saying goodbye to AMANC
On Thursday our team organized a party to say goodbye to our AMANC family after our time together; it sure was not an easy task, but it turned out to... keep reading
Another busy week
Wow, I can’t believe our time here is coming to an end! We have been nonstop busy since we returned from last weekend’s trip! We have spent almost every single... keep reading
Sorry I missed my flight, I never wanna leave Mérida
Justttt kiddinggggg! But seriously. Today was our last day and I am SO. SAD. We went to "El Gran Museo del Mundo Maya" and I was absolutely floored with how... keep reading
Flavors of Yucatán: Exploring the Art of Yucatecan Cooking
On Monday, our students visited the Instituto Gastronómico de Mérida where they joined a cooking class led by renowned Chef David Luna. On this occasion, they learned how to prepare... keep reading
Weekend Escape: From Merida to Valladolid - Exploring Mayan Wonders
Friday: Arrival in Enchanting Valladolid After a busy week of classes, we embarked on a weekend adventure from Merida to Valladolid, Mexico. A pleasant three-hour bus ride brought us to... keep reading
Mayapán (the last great Maya capital)...and the greatest guac
Mayapán and guacamole...what do they have in common? Well, Mayapán is known at the last great capital of the Mayas and guacamole was created by the Aztecs. Does that answer... keep reading