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Feria Yucatan Xmatkuil 2011 - A Traditional Celebration of Contemporary Mexican Culture

The Yucatan State Fair began as a simple cattle market attracting farmers and labourers from across Yucatan to the green pastures of Xmatkuil Farm, four miles South of the state capital Merida. Now the event spans over 24 days and, this year, expects more than 2 million national and international visitors to enjoy over 1800 events. Though the Feria Yucatan still exhibits time-honoured horse and cattle rodeos, folkloric dance performances and local craft displays, its exciting modern events, such as a 4D film screening and a Robotic Zoo, play a big part in the fairs enduring popularity.

Where to go to catch some Winter Sun

More and more Britons are starting to see a week or two of winter sun as an integral part of the year. In theory, it's a great idea: the minute the leaves start to fall and temperatures start to drop, you recharge your batteries and top up your tan with a visit to sunnier shores. However, if you don't get your timing right, you could find yourself looking out of your hotel window at the downpours of the rainy season or travel too far and you could spend valuable time recovering from jet-lag. Here's our pick of where to go in winter:

Viva Mexico!

Every year, the Mexicans commemorate the night in which Hidalgo gathered courage to start what led to their indendence. Grito de la Independencia is a cry from the heart and history of Mexico that stirs up the dirt and dust on the streets of Cancun the 15th of September.