The best part about the luxurious Hacienda? Its proximity to all the cultural flavors of the Yucatan. Visit the nearby village of Izamal and experience the local culture. Brush up on your Mayan first though, its the primary language spoken in this little village. Or spend a day exploring the bustling nearby Merida, see the Plaza Grande and the oldest Cathedral in the Americas built of stones from a Mayan temple. Or see the 365 steps (one for each day of the lunar calendar) of the ancient Mayan ruin Chichen Itza about 70 miles East of Merida. Go at the Spring or Autumn equinox to see a serpent cast in the shadow of the ruin. Learn more about it's history and and the Mayans by watching this video: www.youtube.com/watch?v=kyvw6G9Max0&feature=fvw