Rutopia “Promise of Tourism 2022” – Behind an award there is always a story to tell
Today we want to tell you the story of how and why Rutopía won the “Promise of Tourism 2022” award, and what this award means to us. Promise of Tourism, seeks to continuously promote the participation of young entrepreneurs who create solutions to improve the quality and growth of tourism in the country. An award […]
Nuevo Durango another look at Quintana Roo
Undoubtedly, one of Mexico’s most touristy and famous states is Quintana Roo, places near the northeastern coast such as Cancun, Cozumel, and Playa del Carmen, among others. Of course, we can’t deny that these places are eye-catching, but what about all the hidden travel destinations in the southern region of Mexico? Nuevo Durango is one […]
Why does community-based ecotourism contribute more to travel?
An exciting tide of change is sweeping the world of travel. Community-based ecotourism offers reconnecting, adventurous, educational, and more authentic experiences than resorts. Community-based ecotourism is a different kind of tourism, emphasizing leaving an impact and directly benefiting the communities. One thing that the pandemic brought to light is the long way to go in […]
Learn all about corn and Mayan knowledge in Yaxunah community, Yucatán
There is a perfect place to reconnect and give a broader meaning to working with the land. The Maya community of Yaxunah or Primera Casa in the Maya language is located in the extreme south-central part of the state of Yucatan, just 20km from the archaeological site of Chichen Itza. It is a community as […]
A week to get to know the essence of Yucatán
Let’s go on an ecotourism adventure through Yucatán, a route full of natural and cultural riches and heritage. Likewise, being such a great state, visitors should not miss specific destinations. Rutopia offers a tour of Yucatan’s most emblematic and unique ecotourism sites. Relaxing Day in Holbox Island Let’s start our tour doing ecotourism on the […]
9 ecotourism attractions in Quintana Roo
The splendor that surrounds Quintana Roo is something extraordinary, from its white-sand beaches and turquoise sea to its significant cultural mosaic, biodiversity of flora and fauna, ancestral history, and ecotourism attractions. Likewise, this paradise on earth holds the history of its Mayan ancestors. Memories that today are visible in its traditions, gastronomy, and archeology. So […]
Small Tour of the Historic Downtown Oaxaca
Downtown Oaxaca is like traveling back to an elegant colonial city from the 16th century. It was one of the first Spanish cities in Mexico and is home to some of the most beautiful colonial buildings in the country that have been preserved almost intact. Its decorations show pre-Hispanic symbols with Spanish techniques. Since 1976, […]
Oaxaca Tour among Forests, Handicrafts and Beaches
Oaxaca is one of the most visited states in Mexico. Its colorful beauty has captivated millions of foreigners. It is one of the few places in the country where most of the indigenous customs and traditions are still respected. This state will always welcome people with open arms and mesmerizing beauty. So let’s go with […]
The Art of Making Tortillas in Mexico
In Mexico, we can find gastronomy that makes us fall in love, and the secret ingredient has always been corn, the main ingredient of tortillas. In pre-Hispanic cultures, corn knowledge had religious, aesthetic, and economic organizational aspects. Therefore, people associate these cultures’ development with the cultivation and consumption of corn, which was associated with the gods. Today, corn […]
Mexican Spirit Animals: Meet the Alebrijes
Oaxaca is one of the states with the most incredible variety of handicrafts. We can find everything from handmade clothing to decorations made of typical materials such as black clay. According to the indigenous traditions that prevail in Oaxaca, each thing has a special meaning. One of them is the alebrije, considered Mexican spirit animals. […]
