travel
Travel Note
YucataLove Travel Concierge (Free)
Our wedding planning company, Yucatalove, is offering free travel concierge services to our guests. Reach out to their team through the link below or scanning the QR code located at the top of this page! Here are some of the services Yucatalove can assist with: ✨ Accommodations: Having the right place to stay is essential for an unforgettable experience. Let me help you and your guests find the best hotel options. Would you like to see our hotel catalog? Let me know, and I’ll send it right over! 🚗 Transportation: I’ll make sure you and your guests arrive on time and in comfort. Did you know that in Mexico, ride-hailing apps are not allowed to pick up passengers at airports? Don’t worry! I can help you and your guests book safe, comfortable, and fully personalized transfers. 🌎 Tours & Personalized Experiences: Let’s plan the best tours and activities together so you can explore the most beautiful spots! Whether it’s relaxing beach days, archaeological site visits, swimming in breathtaking cenotes, exploring mangroves, or indulging in incredible gastronomy, you can enjoy it all without stress or worries. 💡 Personalized Guidance: I’m here to answer all your questions and share my expertise so that your trip is truly unforgettable.
Flight
Merida International Airport (MID)
We recommend flying into Merida International Airport aka Aeropuerto Internacional Manuel Crescencio Rejón. This airport is around a 20 minute drive from the city center. Depending on the day you fly in, Atlanta, Dallas, Houston, Orlando, and Miami offer direct flights to Merida. IMPORTANT NOTE: Ride-share apps are NOT permitted to pick up passengers from this airport. You must schedule transportation. If desired, please reach out to our travel concierge to help arrange transportation at travelconcierge@yucatalove.com or via the QR code located at the top of the page! For those that arrive in Merida and realize you forgot to schedule transportation (something Jim would do), there are taxis at the airport and Uber/Lyft is accessible outside of the airport limits. We found this out the first time we visited Merida, as our Uber driver told us that we had to walk through the airport parking lot and across the street in order for him to pick us up. So Uber is possible from the airport, you will just need to lug your bags across the street, which we don't recommend due to inconvenience. As for the flight out of Merida back to the U.S., make sure you arrive to the airport a little earlier than normal because you will need to go through Customs at the last stop before you get to your gate (after you get through security). There will be a line of people on the left side of the hallway that leads to the gates. Make sure to get in that line so you can get your passport stamped. The airline personnel will check for that stamp when you try to get on the plane. Build in an extra 15-20 minutes in case there is a long Customs line as you head out of town.
Hotel
Hyatt Regency Merida
For your comfort and convenience, a block of rooms has been reserved at a special rate at the Hyatt Regency Merida. With just a 5 minute walk to the Paseo Montejo, the Hyatt is close to all of Merida's hotspots!
Discount Code - G-VYJB
House Or Rental
Airbnb
Merida offers an incredible selection of Airbnbs featuring colonial style homes with modern and dreamy interiors, plunge pools, and courtyards- the perfect backdrop for you Instagram thirst traps. While most Airbnbs are a quick 3-5 minute Uber ride from Merida's hotspots, we recommend staying in an Airbnb close to Paseo de Montejo, Calle 47, Calle 60, or el Centro Historico if you prefer navigate by foot!
Rental Car
Transportation
Merida is an extremely walkable city and we recommend walking to destinations as much as possible. For destinations that are a little too far, we had no problems using Uber during our time in Merida. They were quick, safe, and inexpensive, costing $2-4 USD per trip. We recommend using Uber or other rideshare platforms such as Indriver, DiDi and Cabify. Please contact our Travel Concierge via QR code located at the top of this page to schedule any private transfers (ie. from the airport to your hotel/airbnb). Of note, Ubers and rideshare platforms are prohibited from picking up at the Merida International Airport. You must arrange for a Taxi or private transfer upon arrival in Merida. More info on this to come!
Train
Tren Maya
The Mayan Train (Maya Train, Tren Maya, Tsíimin-K’áak or Fire Horse) is a new railway transportation service that connects 5 states in the southeastern region of Mexico, with 42 safe and modern trains. The Tren Maya ruta interconnects the main cities, tourist areas, attractions, and archaeological sites primarily related to the Maya culture. If you're interested in taking a daytrip to Izamal or Campeche, or want to round out your Mexican vacay with a trip to the Caribbean beaches of the Yucatan (ex. Cancun, Tulum), then this train might be the perfect option for you! We took the train from Cancun to Merida in June 2025 and had a great experience. The train station we departed from was still under construction which made boarding a little less organized, but overall the experience was a breeze. It took us around 3 hours to get to Merida!