The Presidents of Mexico and China visited Chichen Itza archaeological site and then enjoyed a Special Gala at Hacienda Chichen Resort.

A lovely sunny day at Chichen Itza's Mayan ruins, June 6th, 2013

The Presidents of Mexico (center) and China (left) joined by Yucatan's Governor (right) arriving to Hacienda Chichen Resort, where they enjoy a beautiful Special Day and Farewell Gala Luncheon with their distinguished guests.

Hacienda Chichen Resort is well known for its excellent service and responsible sustainable hospitality.  It is located near the Maya temples of Chichen Itza in Yucatan, Mexico.  No wonder this Official Farewell Event was celebrated in such lovely property and Colonial landmark.  The hotel caters to very special groups, parties and weddings, as well as regular travelers that enjoy quality food, relaxing private ambiance, and unique pampering services.  We highly recommend Hacienda Chichen catering and special events services to anyone looking for a phenomenal experience.

U Janal Pixan and the Day of the Dead Celebrations in Mexico

DAY OF THE DEAD - MEXICAN TRADITIONAL FESTIVITIES

U JANAL PIXAN is an intimate Maya family ceremony to remember their deceased and their ancestors, it is the Day of the Dead Celebration a very sacred and traditional celebration for all Maya and Mexican people. 

Day of the Dead is a very important ancient tradition. Maya villages prepare with tropical fruits and flowers and with up most care and reverence the “altar” in which the food and beverage for their dead loved ones is to be placed during the first three days of November each year.  In some villages nowadays, this ceremony is celebrated as a tradition that blends ancestral Maya practices with the Catholic belief system, imposed on the Maya during the Colonization of their land.  Nowadays, most Mayan families' religion is a fusion of Mayan spirituality with the Catholic dogma, such fusion has created the current practices and celebrations found in most mixed family backgrounds in Yucatan.  Today, you will find Catholic saint and virgin images placed on the altar as part of the offerings to the soul of those that have left the physical body.  The offerings are exotic flowers, personal things, copal and meals the person enjoy while alive: fruits,kakaw, tamales, along with photographs, cruces and other colorful artifacts are carefully placed among candle lights andexotic flowers.  Praying and fasting is traditional, as is to decorate with flowers and fruits the tomb site, also spend the night in the cemetery next to the tomb of those loved lighting candles, singing the songs they loved, and offering their favorite meals and memorabilia.  Muc bi’pollo, a grant tamale meal, is served traditionally during this days.

 This 2nd of November 2012 Hacienda Chichen and the Mayan J-Men celebrated their annual Day of the Dead before their Full Moon Maya Blessing, both Mayan Ceremonies in Chichen Itza, Yucatan, Mexico

Chichen Itza's Best Organic Gourmet Eating found at Hacienda Chichen Resort

Chef Josue Cime picking up his organic grown produces at Hacienda Chichen Resort's own Organic Orchard

You know Chef Josue Cime is really committed to bring to your table the freshest organic fruits and vegetables when you see him picking delicious ripe produces at his own Organic Orchard Fields within the Hacienda Chichen Resort grounds.

No wonder we loved eating at this green boutique hotel's restaurant, located a few steps away from Chichen Itza hotel zone entrance, you can even see some of the Maya pyramids while you feast in many Maya culinary delights.  I met Chef Josue Cime in my first visit to Chichen Itza when we stayed two glorious days at the Hacienda Chichen; would had stayed longer if we had not planned our return trip next day.  So we have come each year to this fantastic sustainable hotel with our friends for a good four day relaxing vacation and enjoy each time more and more what we find in this amazingly green destination.

Yes, the Maya pyramids and archaeological sites are impressive, but more amazing is to know the Maya people that work at this hotel and the Maya healers or shamans that with such caring love take you into their holistic wellness center, Yaxkin Spa, and help you release stress and other toxic tensions from your mind, soul, and body.

Met Mr. Jim Conrad, the hotel's resident naturalist who knows just about everything you can ever wish about nature and wildlife, he offers free Nature Guided Tours each morning to guests of the hotel and this is an experience that will deeply connect you to Mother Nature and our planet. Then of course is Mrs. Beatriz Correa, the soul of this beautiful land and hotel, she will guide you and assist you in Maya medicine healing traditions as well as sacred Maya rituals that are celebrated by authentic Maya Priests in the premises.

Over all, the Hacienda Chichen, like Chef Josue Cime, are uniquely connected with their Maya cultural roots and traditions, speaking to your soul through their love for our planet and life itself.

Note by Jean Langs

Traditional Maya Healing Arts: Zumpul-che Maya Purification Sweat-bath

Maya Zumpul-che Cave Purification Ritual

“As our bodies are mostly water, we are inexorably bound to the element and the molecular changes that occur in it as a response to words, prayer, pollution, deeds, gratitude, and love."

                                                                                                                        - Dr. Masaru Emoto.

At Yaxkin Spa, within Hacienda Chichen Resort's Mayan Sacred Ceremonial Center, guests can experience an ancient Mayan Holistic Purification Cave Ceremony and Healing Sweat-bath tradition: The Maya Zumpul-che.  This mystical and therapeutic sacred ritual truly connects you with your "true self" and Mother Nature.

Private parties of 6 or groups from 8 to 13 guests can enjoy this therapeutic mystical experience. Our Sacred Mayan Natural Cave and sweat-bath offers an ancient Mayan holistic purification  therapy with a mystical ceremony celebrated by our Mayan healers. This Maya sweat-bath  rituals help de-toxic the body, mind, and emotions; purifying one's ch’ulel or chiwith similar therapeutic effects as the AztecTemazcal sweat-bath, offered in the Maya Riviera and Mexico, but with far more profound mystical roots and unique Mayan healing therapeutic elements. This is a great Maya Wellness Spa Center that offers traditional Mayan Healing, Holistic therapies and sacred Maya Purification Ceremonies a mist the original Mayan Temples of Chichen Itza, Yucatan, Mexico.

WE RECOMMEND YOU TO VIEW the YouTube Video: Ancient Maya Ceremony in Chichen Itza explaining more about this unique holistic ceremony and the Maya Healing traditions. 


For more information visit their website: www.yaxkinspa.com  or email:  info@yaxkinspa.com 
For Hacienda Chichen Resort info, visit: www.haciendachichen.com or email: info@haciendachichen.com 

Best Hotels in Mexico -- National Geographic Traveler

Best Hotels in Mexico -- National Geographic Traveler

When Traveling Buy Indigenous Crafts and Art

Fine Maya Art, Crafts, Replica Pottery and Jewelry at Toh Botique, Chichen Itza, Yucatan.

It is a good habit to buy Indigenous! It helps generate income for local communities.  We at Yucatan Adventure often extol the merits of "Buying Native" or purchasing from a local Mayan artisan whenever possible, and when you visit Chichen Itza or any other tourist site in Yucatan, it's a wonderful time to put that ideology into practice; but if you want to make a greater sustainable contribution we suggest you come to the Toh Boutique at Hacienda Chichen Resort, this exquisite Mayan Boutique dedicates its profits to the Maya Foundation In Laakeech NGO green sustainable programs gear to support the welfare of Maya Children, local communities, and the environment!

Toh Boutique Store, Chichen Itza

Profits from The Toh Boutique are shared with the indigenous artisans and Maya master ceramists and jewelers.  Each art craft, textile, or jewelry found at this lovely little boutique is carefully selected and an original piece of art!  You get to have it all, a beautiful purchase Mayan piece, and the joy of helping the social and environmental programs of this non-profit sustainable civil society.  To learn more about where the profits go and how they help the Maya local children and communities, visit Yucatan Adventure Eco Travel Guide online at www.yucatanadventure.com.mx  

Want to visit Chichen Itza? Don't take a day tour bus trip, instead book a night or better yet, two nights at the lovely Hacienda Chichen Resort, Yucatan's top Green Spa Destination, an enchanting secluded small boutique hotel offering you the perfect green vacation with lots of eco-cultural activities to choose from.  Visit their website at www.haciendachichen.com 

The Hacienda Chichen has now two resident volunteers helping visitors get to know the Maya and their land. Naturalist Jim Conrad is dedicated to welcome nature lovers learn and enjoy the flora and fauna of this green hotel, offering free Nature Tours and Bird-watching guided walks.   Jack N. is dedicated to record the power of Maya mystical traditions and Maya healing rituals as well as to explore the Maya Cosmovision, follow him on FaceBook and Twitter at @JackN999

Note:   Want to buy Mayan Crafts and Fine Arts, Jewelry, Maya Ceramic Replicas and Textiles, but not leave your home? Then leave us a Comment and we will contact you promptly.

Meet Jim Conrad for a Free Nature Guided Tour and to Learn about Hacienda Chichen's Flora and Fauna

Come to Chichen Itza, Yucatan, Mexico, and stay at Hacienda Chichen for a full sustainable green vacation experience. Stay at least two nights to explore the Mayan archaeological sites nearby and truly enjoy Mother Nature, learn about the flora and fauna of Hacienda Chichen's private Nature Reserve with Jim Conrad, our Resident Naturalist and Maya Foundation In Laakeech volunteer.  

Born in Maisonville, Kentucky, USA, Mr. Jim Conrad thinks of all scientists as naturalists because they are all exploring the nature of Nature, be they mathematicians, biologists, or physicists.  He writes about his nature findings in his website: Backyard-Nautre  and produces a weekly e-newsletter very useful to nature lovers and guests of Hacienda Chichen, a truly sustainable green destination with lots of eco-cultural activities to offer you that will enhance your understanding of Maya cultural traditions and give you the opportunity to experience authentic Mayan holistic rituals and much more.

Enjoy Mother Nature and the Gift of Life at Hacienda Chichen Resort this 2011



Hacienda Chichen Bird Refuge and Nature Reserve


Celebrate Mother Nature this Summer at Hacienda Chichen Resort, Chichen Itza, Yucatan, Mexico and enjoy a beautiful vacation filled with eco-cultural activities and great Maya traditional experiences. 

During May and June 2011, this superb green boutique hotel is offering great vacation packages and discount deals to you so take advantage of their great offers now and enjoy so many fun eco-cultural activities while relaxing at one of the worlds top sustainable getaway destinations.  National Geographic Travel's Top Choice for Nature Lovers and people that wish to trulye experience the Maya Culture:

"Hacienda Chichen and Yaxkin Spa do not just reflect their surroundings - they help define them. Their transcendent innovating vision goes beyond traditional hotel keeping." She adds, "you leave with the kind of insight only soulful places can provide."

Comment by Nat. Geo Senior Travel Editor, Ms. Sheila Feldman.

New Green Vacation Offers and Discounts for this Winter 2010



Enjoy a Family Green Vacation at Hacienda Chichen and help the Maya people.



Take advantage of the great Eco-Cultural Vacation Packages offered by Chichen Service this November and December 2010 and help our Sustainable Community Social Work flourish, Chichen Service is an active donor to the Maya Foundation In Laakeech non-profit NGO that continues to support the welfare of Mayan rural communities and families nearby Chichen Itza, Yucatan, Mexico.

Hotel Hacienda Chichen Offers You the Best Food Service in the Yucatan!

Couples planning their Wedding Destination should concider this great Green Hotel embraced by Chichen Itza's magnificent Mayan temples in the Yucatan, Mexico

Right next to the Mayan Archaeological zone of Chichen Itza, in the Yucatan, Mexico, you will find one of Mexico's best Mayan Cuisine and Colonial Fusion menu selection served with utmost care to detail, from top food quality and organic produces, to exquisite zesty delights sure to dazzle you.

We highly recommend you plan your Wedding Destination or a memorable Family Luncheon or Dinner Party at The Hotel Hacienda Chichen. Its restaurants, terraces, and gardens offer a beautiful Colonial ambiance and excellent food service for any special occasion. 

An elegant addition to any luncheon party is this Green Boutique Hotel's “Organic Crudités, Fruits and Cheeses Extravaganza.” Guests love the exotic abundance of this artful edible “landscape.” The tropical colors, textures, aromas and tastes of this unique party selection offers each guest the rare opportunity to indulge in a fancy celebration of Yucatan’s aromas and flavors.

A great touch is to add music to the scene.  Professional Guitar Trios can stroll among your guest during the meal and regional dances such as Jarana Shows can be performed to enhance the event. Be sure to get the help of Chef Josue Cime to plan your special menu; Hacienda Chichen offers a variety of menu choices from 100% organic vegan recipes, to top meat quality choices, the range of tastes and food selection is fabulous and most delicious.  If you are looking for the perfect wedding destination, Hacienda Chichen is a place to check, visit their website: http://www.haciendachichen.com/ and review Yucatan Adventure Eco-Travel Guide on Nuptial Requirements in Mexico.  We hope you find this information helpful.