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by Jane A. Grimsrud (Editor), John M. Grimsrud (Author)
Yucat n's Magic-M rida Side Trips: Treasures of Mayab (updated 2017), looks beyond the obvious popular tourist attractions, the luxury coastal resorts, and the modern conveniences of big cities, to discover the unique Yucat n.From the Puuc hills to the extensive coast of Yucat n there are thousands of kilometers of paved quiet roads through countless Mayan villages interspersed with colonial haciendas, and ancient Mayan ruins, all there just waiting for your visit.This is photo-op and bird watching country that is the very finest this planet has to offer.Over a quarter of a century of driving, busing, and cycling this unique end of the world, while living in M rida, Yucat n, Mexico, led the author to compile an impressive collection of outings that are the foundation for this book, built one story at a time. For the armchair traveler and people that have been to Yucat n before and think that they have done everything, Yucat n's Magic-M rida Side Trips will open the door to another side of life not presented in tours or guided excursions.This isn't just a guide book but an idea book. It is something of another element to give you direction with your guide books like Lonely Planet or Moon Guide.The book is not made to compete with guidebooks-it is made to complement them. In the book you will find the author's favorite travel adventure trips of the places, excursions and outings, which he likes for different reasons. Among them; tranquility, history, a view of picturesque villages, a connection with the ancient Maya, changing landscape, and a look at another aspect of life, which will take you out of the mainstream and off the beaten path.Many of the excursions have been by bicycle and bus. Bicycle and bus excursions in Yucat n are by far the most inexpensive you will ever take and can be the most rewarding in not only health benefits but also in memorable experiences. For an adventure that takes you out of the mainstream to explore some of this peaceful, and fascinating world, follow in the author's path to the places without trinket shops and tour buses.Take a glimpse at some of Yucat n that tourists miss most
Author Biography
John M. Grimsrud lives with his wife Jane in Mérida, Yucatán, in an ecologically friendly home of his own design. He has been biking, photographing, exploring, and writing about the Yucatán for over twenty-five years. Prior to seeking a new life of adventure in Yucatán, Mexico, John and his wife lived aboard their home built 46- foot sailboat Dursmirg for many years. John has published a sailing series: Travels of Dursmirg, a four books about his life aboard Dursmirg. John recently published another book about Yucatán: Yucatan for Travelers - Side Trips: Valladolid to Tulum. All John's books are available on Amazon in paperback and Kindle editions.
