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An informative piece on the societies and lifestyles of the ancient Mayan and Aztec cultures

Was Mayan astronomy and math advanced enough to calculate earth's doomsday?

General Foods International recently came out with Dark Mayan Chocolate coffee. The following review will help you decide if this hot beverage is right for you.

Summary highlights and review of Carnival Cruise Lines shore excursion to the Mayan ruin site at Tulum, Mexico.

Traveling to Belize? How about visiting the Mayan pyramids or ruins. Plenty of history and nature views to be had. Just remember to take good hiking boots if you dare to climb to the top.

If you're planning a cruise in the Western Caribbean, there are a host of opportunities for you to commune with ancient Mayan history. But with so many options, how can a traveler know which Mayan Ruin excursion to pick? Here's a brief survey of the most common.

This essay discusses the Mayan civilization and their accomplishments.

Four of the world's greatest archaeological treasures are located in another Central American treasure, the small nation of Belize. Here is a description of several Mayan archaeological sites.

Exploring the Mayan Calendar. The Mayan Calendar comes to a screeching halt in the year 2012. Or does it? The apocalyptic ending of the calendar, and the fears that it may signal the end of humanity.

The article takes a look at Haagen-Dazs new flavored ice cream Mayan Chocolate and see how it taste compared to one of their old flavors.

It is well known that the mayan calendar says that the world is going to end on Dec. 21st, 22nd, or 23rd (there is some debate about which day), but does it really say that? Or does it say something else entirely?

The Mayan civilization has posed many questions to people in modern society, but one mystery that remains unsolved is the idea of the god Kukulcan, also referred to by the Aztecs as Quetzalcoatl. a Tall White haired blued eyed Caucasian man!

This is about the Mayan civilization's many conflicts both with foreign invaders as well as with dominant cultures within Mexico.

In January, I traveled to the Yucatan Peninsula of Mexico. The peninsula, home to such vacation hot spots such as Cancun, in the Riviera Maya, and the island of Cozumel, the Yucatan is the best known for the cultural heritage of it's indigenous Mayan people.

The Mayan leaders in Guatemala are afraid that Bush will bring evil spirits with him during his visit this Sunday.

Mayan art reflected the focus of Mayan society, and in this way is a great window into it.

The Mayan culture is one of the most fascinating pre-Columbian cultures and deserves to be studied in its own right. If you're considering traveling to Mexico and perhaps Guatemala, here are some places you shouldn't miss.

Apocalypto, Mel Gibson’s stunning vision of the Mayan Civilization at the eve of its destruction, is a film at once beautiful and horrible at the same time.

Mayan Culture utilizes the Pyramid of Kukulkan to mark the beginning and end of an era with the next era, in the Long Count, anticipated for December of 2012. Will this simply be a passage of time or a true armageddon?

When you get to Mexico, the Coba Mexican Ruins are a must see.

A NEW BEGINNING COMING - ABC To anyone who is becoming aware of what is happening to the world around us spiritually or scientifically. Over the past several yrs I've been drawn to the universe and life itself and its an amazing journey.

With the discovery of the "New World" by Europeans came oppression of native peoples from Alaska to the tip of South America. The Mayans were no exception, and in 1847 they staged an uprising against the repressive system which had overtaken them.

As with any culture, to fully understand the Maya people, it is important to first understand the natural environment in which they lived. The natural environment of the Maya shaped their culture in a very significant way.

The Fantastic Foods have succeeded with their much acclaimed product, Instant Black Beans Mix to deliver the authentic Mayan flavor.

Spending time in the tropical paradise of the Mayan Riviera is a nature and history lover's dream. An American woman's account of living in Playa del Carmen, Mexico and exploring the surrounding areas.

As the last day of the Mayan Calendar approaches, many religious leaders, scientists, and historians are looking to this date with trepidation and caution.

About two hours south of Cancun, lives Tulum beach, located in an unspoilt stretch of the Mayan Riveria.

Located in Guatemala's El Peten Department, Tikal is an ancient Mayan ruin now accessible as a day trip from Belize, Guatemala, and El Salvador.

If you want experience retirement in a tropical climate complete with a rain forest and Mayan ruins that rival those of Mexico, then you most likely want to retire in Belize.

Cancun and its surrounding areas are exotic and exciting; there is something for everyone in the Mayan Riviera. Here are some ideas for your next trip.

It was just another lazy Sunday when I was flipping through the channels to find out what was on the television. I came across "Decoding The Past: Mayan Doomsday Prophecy" on the History Channel. Well, let's just say I knew that was a show that would really freak you out.

What do you get when you take an ancient Mayan technique and an eco-friendly approach to fashion design? Nahui Ollin, a fashion accessory design label started by Olga Abadi of Mexico.

Hiking or mountain biking through the Jungle, river kayaking and tubing, cave expeditions, and treks through Mayan ruins. If any of these things sound intriguing, you can find them all in Belize.

Our stay last year at the Barcelo Maya Beach Resort in the Mayan Riviera of Mexico easily tops our list of favorite vacations ever. We were there for a full week and our only real cause for complaint was having to go home.

An all inclusive hotel located in Riviera Maya.

Disney's Coronado Springs Resort located in Orlando, Florida offers all of the conveniences of the many Disney properties, as well as the beautiful surroundings of the American Southwest amidst Mayan architectural accents.

This poem recollects an experience which sparked vivid memories of the oppression experienced in America under pre-Columbian cultures and regimes and the liberation which the West provided as a remedy.

Why is Mel Gibson interested enough in the Mayan to make a movie about them? The Mayan developed highly accurate calendar and astronomical charts. Their creation, death, and rebirth myths lie swirling above our heads, their Golden Age is set to begin. Is humanity ready?

Tikal, Antigua and Guatemala City all worth the trip to visit. A colorful and friendly society.

Xcaret is an attraction located near the tourist area of Cancun. It brings together varied facets of Mexico, including jungle animals, ruins, history, butterflies, beaches, Mayan culture, swimming with dolphins and that's not the entire list.

With may Americans seeking a vacation getaway pleasing to the entire family, Belize has become a popular travel destination; offering scuba diving, hiking, canoeing and a look into the Mayan ruins.

Guatemala is a land rich with Mayan culture and history, impressive colonial architecture, active volcanoes, and extraordinary handmade textiles. The coffee is not so bad, either.

From your first glimpse of the giant pyramid at Chichen Itza, you know you're visiting someplace out of the ordinary. The scale of the buildings indicates nothing less than a major urban center of a long-ago civilization.

Notes from my visit to the Mayan ruins at Copan and the island of Roatan - both in Honduras.

When you think of exotic travel and romantic vacations, tropical cruises are one of the first things that come to mind! What could be more romantic, beautiful or enjoyable then a tropical cruise?

In New Orleans, cigar connoisseurs have many opportunities, from a Cigar Factory to wonderful Cigar Bars, to fine restaurants.

With over 600 murals, San Francisco streets are a parade of vibrant and radiant murals and the colorful Mission District is at the epicenter of San Francisco's mural traditions.

There are a few different ways to experience gay and lesbian ocean cruising. Gay men and lesbians can travel aboard mainstream ships, they can travel with a gay group or gay charter on a regular ship, they can go on a trip that is targeted at gay and les