Plan a Unique Mayan Encounter by Stefanie Baeker
August 18, 2010
My unconventional approach to life welcomes and encourages individualism and, hopefully, inspires others to create healthy, environmentally conscious lifestyles. I have found the Mexican Caribbean to be a very nourishing place for body and mind. This has led me to launch Project Mayan Encounter in 2008 in order to make meaningful travel and the rich Mayan culture available to everyone.
I work with small, private groups only, to leave as little footprints (or wheelchair tracks) as possible while supporting the local communities.
Together with local nature guides, I handcraft itineraries to create an ideal frame for each group. I have mostly seen wheelchair or walker users, but have also worked closely with a blind Braille instructor on tactile, sensory or audio activities, to accommodate visually impaired travelers. I encourage travelers of any age, ability and preference to get out of their comfort zone and explore the Riviera Maya in a responsible way and in an individual setting.
I constantly blend activities that create a long-lasting impression on people. We came into the world naked, and we leave it naked. What remains most truly ours are the memories and wisdom we acquired during our journey through life. The Mayan culture provides many opportunities for spiritual growth and physical well-being.
Some of the most outstanding features of the Riviera Maya and the Yucatan peninsula are the Caribbean Sea and its white sand beaches, the magnificent barrier reef and marine life, the complex underground river system and cenotes (openings to that system), and the mystical
Mayan history. Serious seekers will find healers who use medicinal plants and who still live in alignment with natural cycles.
However, to discover the authentic side of this geographical region, you will have to avoid such things as the convenience of large resorts, time-share complexes, imported foods, chain businesses, theme parks and conventional large-scale tour operators. Having witnessed firsthand their negative impact on communities and environment, I am dedicated to help maintaining a natural, healthy lifestyle, respecting our planet and each other.
Members of http://www.i-can-travel.com can learn more about our unique travel opportunities, including a 10% discount on Caribbean tours, at info@accessecotours.com.
