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MÉRIDA YUCATAN LOS CABOS
MÉRIDA In recent years, the city has experienced a magnificent artistic
“The White City” renaissance. The opulent Beaux Arts white stone mansions on
Paseo Montejo, a wide tree-lined boulevard inspired by the Avenue
T ravel guides refer to Mérida as “the white city”, des Champs-Élysées in Paris, are now home to chic boutiques and
a reference to the elegant white stone buildings establishments.
along its picturesque city boulevards. Mérida, the Fashion and design lovers consider Coqui Coqui the chicest hotel
capital city of Yucatán, Mexico, is renowned for in Mérida. Novel features include vintage furnishings, opulent
its vibrant, contemporary and cosmopolitan culture. gilded chandeliers and claw-foot bathtubs. The stylish Rosas &
Xocolate, recently named “the best urban hotel in Mexico” by
Travel+Leisure ups the romance factor with fresh-cut roses placed
liberally throughout the rooms and suites.
Local restaurants helmed by notable Mexican chefs offer culinary
delights inspired by the rich gastronomic traditions of the region
and rival some of Mexico City’s best. Amongst the city’s high-end
Photos Courtesy Of: Visit Mexico, Condé Nast Traveler, Harper's Bazaar
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