The world’s longest pier: Over 8 km long – sometimes size DOES matter. This landmark is one of the reasons why Progreso took over Sisal’s economic importance as Mérida’s main harbor. Built in 1871 to replace Sisal as a customs port, Progreso de Castro is a relatively young Mexican beach town at the Gulf of Mexico, and today the most important port on the Yucatan peninsula. When the henequen fiber export started to boom in the 19th century, Sisal proved to be too inaccessible. As the water in Progreso is as shallow as in Sisal, the harbor was put at the end of a long pier. Built around 1930 with…

The perfect beach getaway: White coral sand, gentle waves, a light breeze – and endless beaches. Sisal, Yucatan, is the right place to be if you want to spend a relaxing beach holiday away from the tourist crowds without having to miss out on amenities. The surrounding nature reserve with its mangroves is a paradise for bird lovers. Although a Magical Town (Pueblo Mágico) since 2020, the small fishing village on the Gulf of Mexico with just around 2,000 inhabitants is still one of the less crowded seaside resorts. At peak times in June/August and over public holidays, the village tends to double in size. At all other times, especially…