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UNIQUE EXPERIENCES

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Through Catherwood Travels we offer unique adventure, historical, cultural and green experiences.

A combination of expert knowledge, modern comforts and five-star refinement, Catherwood takes you to unforgettable, one-of-a-kind experiences.

UNIQUE EXPERIENCES

Rancho X’chen

Cenote de Xocempich

Hacienda Xocnaceh

ALFONSO MORALESAlfonso Morales is an archaeologist with more than thirty years’ experience studying the Maya.As a federally-licensed expert tour guide, Morales has lead groups to important Maya sites and on historical and ecological explorations throughout Mexico, Guatemala and Honduras.

Our network of professionals and experts range across diverse knowledge areas and continually stay abreast of changes in their fields. Catherwood employs professionals in archaeology, ethnology, marine biology, botany, ecology and ornithology; as well as experts in aquatic sports; specialty chefs focused on regional cooking as well as international haute cuisine.

JULIA MILLERDr. Julia Miller, an archaeologist with more than twenty years’ experience in Mesoamerica, began her career in non-Maya regions of Honduras, at the same time she completed her PhD from the University of Pennsylvania in 2008. She is a specialist in ancient Maya architecture.

BÁRBARA MACKINNONRecognized as the Yucatán Peninsula’s most important bird life authority. She is regional sub-editor of North American Birds, and is the author of over fifty publications on birds and their conservation. In 2006 she was awarded Mexico’s National Prize for Ecological Merit.

TOMÁS GALLARETAGraduate work at Tulane University in New Orleans and has worked as a Archaeological Researcher for the Yucatán office of Mexico’s National Institute of Archaeology and History (INAH) for over twenty years, starting in 1981.

GUILLERMO DE ANDAArchaeologist who specializes in skeletal anthropology and is a PhD candidate in Mesoamerican Studies at Mexico’s National Autonomous University. He is the chair of the Sub-Aquatic Archaeology Department at Yucatán Autonomous University. Additionally, he is a high-level scuba instructor and the holder of US certifications from agencies such as NAUI, PADI, TDI and NACD.

UNIQUE EXPERTS

Today, clients expect more than just an event they want to return home not only with some memories, but with stories to tell and experience to share with friends.

Let us offer truly unique options for your event in the two safest states in Mexico, Campeche and Yucatán.

UNIQUE EVENTS

OUR PROPERTIES

YUCATAN STATE

CAMPECHE STATE JALISCO STATEMEXICO D.F.

Jalisco

Yucatán

Campeche

Mexico D.F.

• Hacienda Temozón• Hacienda San José• Hacienda Santa Rosa• Hacienda San Pedro Ochil• Hacienda Xocnaceh• Rancho X’chen, Xocempich• San Antonio Chichí de los

Lagos• Itzincab Cámara• Tekik de RegilVillas:• Casa Azul, Casa de Madera

Casa de los Artistas

• Hacienda Puerta Campeche• Hacienda Uayamón

• Casa La Cruz• Casa Las Terrazas• Casa Piedra• Casa Tierra• Campo de Golf

El Tamarindo

• Hotel W - Mexico City

Our 28 guest rooms and suites are located in the fully restored, original buildings that have been adapted to today’s needs. Most rooms are even named after their original use, such as Pharmacy, School, or Pay-house. Rooms range from the elegant and intimate Superior rooms to the grandeur of our Presidential Suite, which was once the Hacienda owner’s bedroom.

All of our suites feature 18-foot ceilings with exposed beams and rafters, 10-foot wooden double doors, massive iron beds, dark, tropical hardwood cabinets, cool tile floors, and a private plunge pool on an ample terrace. Additionally, large, bulbous pegs in the stonewalls hold woven cotton hammocks, for which Yucatan is famous, allowing you to sleep in the Mayan style.

Almost all 15 guest rooms form part of the fully restored, original buildings that have been adapted to today’s needs. A specific restoration project worked to maintain its particular architectural personality by conserving the same spirit that its former owners gave to it. Thus, in some cases, the restoration brings together contemporary and traditional aspects, allowing the new spaces to highlight the artistic and architectural value of the Hacienda’s original features.

Most of our guest rooms feature 18-foot ceilings with exposed beams and rafters, 10-foot wooden double doors, beautiful wooden beds, dark, tropical hardwood cabinets, and cool tile floors. Additionally, large, bulbous pegs in the stonewalls hold woven cotton hammocks, for which Yucatan is famous, allowing you to sleep in the Mayan style.

For an even truer Mayan experience, the Mayan Villas consist of authentic Mayan Palapas transformed into deluxe accommodations. They combine unique Mayan architecture with the modern expectations of today’s sophisticated traveler.

All 11 suites feature 18-foot ceilings with exposed beams and rafters, 10-foot wooden double doors, massive iron beds, dark, tropical hardwood cabinets, and cool tile floors. Additionally, large, bulbous pegs in the stonewalls hold woven cotton hammocks, for which Yucatan is famous, allowing you to sleep in the Mayan style.

For an even truer Mayan experience, the Mayan Villas consist of authentic Mayan Palapas transformed into deluxe accommodations. They combine unique Mayan architecture with the modern expectations of today’s sophisticated traveler.

Our 15 guest rooms and suites are located in the fully restored, original buildings that have been adapted to today’s needs. Most of our guest rooms feature 18-foot ceilings with exposed beams and rafters, 10-foot wooden double doors, comfortable beds, dark, tropical hardwood cabinets, and cool tile floors.

Additionally, large, bulbous pegs in the stonewalls hold woven cotton hammocks, for which Yucatan is famous, allowing you to sleep in the Mayan style.

Our 12 villas and suites have been fully restored and adapted to today’s needs. A specific restoration project worked to maintain the Hacienda’s particular architectural personality by conserving the same spirit that its former owners gave to it. Thus, in some cases, the restoration brings together contemporary and traditional aspects, allowing the new spaces to highlight the artistic and architectural value of the Hacienda’s original features.

The Indonesian architect, Jaya Ibrahim, designed the guest rooms and public areas, giving our Hacienda a very unique touch. Large, bulbous pegs in the guest room’s stonewalls hold the woven cotton hammocks, for which Yucatan is famous, allowing you to sleep in the Mayan style.

The hacienda is located in the central region of Yucatan, in the region known as Mundo Maya. From Merida take the road to Campeche and walk 38 miles to find, before reaching the town of Muna, the sign indicating the entrance to the hacienda by a gap of 300 meters.

• Opening hours: Monday to Sunday from 10:00 to 18:00.

• Open schedule for events by reservation.

• Visit the Workshops from Haciendas Mundo Maya Foundation stone filigree and sisal fabric.

• It has private amphitheater for concerts, weddings and special events

HACIENDA XOCNACEH

At Xocnaceh you’ll meet the hacienda caretaker, who describes the medicinal properties of the plants that surround his house.

Xocnaceh’s main Hacienda house faces one of the region’s oldest archaeological sites, currently being studied by Mexico’s Instituto Nacional de Antropología e Historia.

RANCHO X’CHEN

The property includes a beautiful cenote. Its waters are ideal for swimming and snorkeling.

The ranch has been carefully restored and empowered to receive and give the traveler an unforgettable experience, with luxurious amenities that distinguish our service.

RANCHO XOCEMPICH

The property comprises three large open cenotes quite famous for their stalactites. Home to a large number of birds so which is suitable for bird watching, preferably at dawn or dusk.

Travelers looking for extreme activities can lower the cenotes by rappelling.

In the undiscovered city of Izamal, the heart of Yucatán lives.

With unsurpassed privacy and charm, a stay at one of our Private Villas will be a memory to cherish.

Let our permanent staff pamper you with exceptional meals and personalized care

VILLA:CASA AZUL

VILLA: CASA DE LOS

ARTISTAS

VILLA: CASA DE MADERA

This magnificent colonial structure is located just a block from Izamal’s Franciscan convent. Its single bedroom features air conditioning and a full bath with shower and bathtub. The villa also features a parlor and a fully equipped kitchen.

The patio and back garden, at the foot of the pyramid, are perfect places for rest, relaxation, meditation or just a romantic supper beneath the stars.

Style and sophistication are signatures at Casa de los Artistas, open exclusively to Catherwood travelers and located one block from Izamal’s city-center convent.

Passing through its subdued entrance, visitors discover a splendid dwelling that combines traditional architecture with cutting-edge design, where each six rooms reveals its own particular style.

Casa de Madera combines colonial style, provincial charm and exuberant nature.

Located in a residential area—yet just steps from downtown—the property of one bedroom, was magnificently restored with an almost-complete adherence to its original design, allowing the Villa to retain the original, hand-stenciled wooden walls.

SAN ANTONIO CHICHÍ DE LOS LAGOS

Restoration of the main house, dating from the eighteenth century, has transformed the property into a rural sanctuary. Its six guest rooms feature air conditioning and private baths. Common areas include the parlor, the dining room, a breakfast nook and kitchen as well as massage and meditation areas.

Its expansive gardens are a refuge of tranquility and the magnificent setting for nighttime al fresco dining beneath the hacienda’s ancient green canopy. In addition to two swimming pools, the hacienda boasts a beautiful and irresistibly refreshing cenote.

Its long history as a hacienda culminates with its recent restoration, informed by an almost-complete adherence to its original design. Fourteen guest rooms—five in the main house and nine in outbuildings—feature air conditioning, private baths and common areas including the parlor, the dining room, study and verandahs, perfect for relaxing beneath a sunset’s tenuous light. Its exuberant gardens, featuring three swimming pools, extend throughout the property’s entire length and breadth, and are home to hundreds of birds. Room distribution makes the hacienda ideal for family reunions and retreats.

The nearby village of Santa Rosa—a community supported by the Haciendas del Mundo Maya Foundation—features four fully operational artisanal workshops.

ITZINCAB CÁMARA

TEKIK DE

REGIL

Hacienda Tekik de Regil is the grandest of all Catherwood’s properties. Its magnificent structures, restored with an almost total adherence to its original design, have become a favored site for weddings and other special events and feature social areas of varying sizes: everything from individual rooms suitable for small gatherings (such as the old hacienda chapel, for groups of up to 250) to the hacienda’s main garden, which can accommodate up to 1500.

The property features two air-conditioned suited with stone bathtubs. In addition to extensive gardens, Tekik boasts two swimming pools (one connects to an in-suite private pool) a traditional Maya house and an orchard. The hacienda kitchen, recently modernized and fully equipped for cooking classes, features amenities to satisfy even the most demanding professional chef.

Daring in design, extremely comfortable, with luxurious accommodations, gourmet dining and a recognized commitment to service, the hotel offers a wonderful urban retreat in one of the most dynamic cities in the world.

Five minutes from Chapultepec Park and steps from the most prestigious restaurants and businesses in Mexico.

Within the world renowned Tenacatita Bay, El Tamarindo is an exclusive ecological sanctuary located in the area known as Costalegre and only 45 minutes from Manzanillo International Airport.

It is characterized for the contrast between the tropical jungle, spectacular championship golf course and pristine beaches. This paradise merges respect for the environment, sport and luxury in private houses for rent. These villas represent the best of architecture in one of the most unique environments in the world. The development has miles of small coves and beaches that are virtually private – all available to our guests.

Las Terrazas or The Terraces, as its name indicates, follows the contour of a hill. It offers impressive views of the jungle, the golf course and La Dorada beach. Designed by world renowned architect Ricardo Legorreta and finished with the best materials, it is the ideal refuge to escape from daily routines and to enjoy this unique destination.

Its seven bedrooms, full staff and beautiful facilities are certain for exceeding the expectations of experienced travelers. Let its staff spoil and surprise you.

La Cruz, a Ricardo Legorreta masterpiece, is a contemporary oasis for the experienced traveler. Designed to enjoy indoor/outdoor living, it surprises you with the stunning views of the jungle, golf course and La Dorada beach. Designed from its name (The Cross), reflected even in the pool, this house offers you 6 bedrooms, full staff and the facilities expected of a world class villa. Be surprised by the warmth of its people, by the quality of its food and by the unexpected details that will make your stay memorable

CASA PIEDRA

CASA PIEDRA

Casa Piedra is an ultra-chic villa designed by architect firm KMD. With a full view of Tenacatita Bay, it is a unique refuge through its design, ambiance and décor.

Located on the side of a hill, just a few steps from El Tamarindo beach, this house seems to float over the trees to take advantage of the full scenery.

Its four bedrooms, with all amenities expected at a luxurious destination and full staff awaits you to fulfill your every whim. Enjoy the private terrace and pool and forget everyday life.

CASA TIERRA

Casa Tierra, located over the pier of El Tamarindo beach, is a unique villa designed to maximize the enjoyment of the outdoors.

Its four bedrooms are framed by the private terrace and pool and by the spectacular view of Tenacatita Bay. Staying at this house is an experience of the highest levels of modern architecture in one of the most exclusive and imposing destinations. Relax in its facilities and let its staff spoil you.

CASA TIERRA

As a guest of The Haciendas, you can support the local communities by visiting the craft shops, libraries and clinics supported by the foundation. The amenities and décor that you will find in your guestroom are made locally. You can support these craft shops by purchasing their products at the hotel boutique. For more information, please visit the following websites: www.haciendasmundomaya.comwww.tallermaya.org

PARALELO 19

Paralelo 19 is a company aware of its responsibility to support local communities and protect the environment. For this reason, it works closely with Haciendas of the Maya World Foundation to identify opportunities and certify the properties with internationally recognized organizations. Some of the recognitions achieved are:

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