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      • 3D Museum of Wonders - Playa del Carmen, Yucatan
      • Chaak Tun Cenotes - Playa del Carmen, Q.R.
      • Atlantis Submarine Tour - Cozumel, Q.R.
      • Canton Palace - Merida, Mexico
      • Cenote Dos Ojos - Playa Del Carmen, Q.R.
      • Catedral de Merida - Merida, Yucatan
      • Chankanaab Adventure Beach Park - Cozumel, Q.R.
      • Chichen Itza, Yucatan Mexico
      • Cozumel Chef Tour - Cozumel, Q.R.
      • Cozumel Island Museum - Cozumel, Quintana Roo
      • Cozumel Pearl Farm - Cozumel, R.O.
      • Cozumel Tours - Cozumel, Q.R.
      • Frida Kahlo Museum - Playa del Carmen, Q.R.
      • Dzibilchaltún - Merida, Yucatan
      • Garrafon Natural Reef Park - Isla Mujeres, Q.R.
      • Great Museum of the Mayan World - Merida, Yucatan
      • Hacienda Sotuta de Peon - Merida, Yucatan
      • Holbox Adventure - Isla Holbox, Q.R.
      • Isla Pasion - Cozumel, Q.R.
      • Jean Laffitte Pirate Dinner Cruise - Cozumel, Q.R.
      • Jungle Buggy Tour - Playa Del Carmen, Q.R.
      • Las Coloradas in the Rio Largardos - Yucatan, Mexico
      • Magical Yellow City - Izamal, Yucatan
      • Mayaland Hotel & Bungalows - Chichen Itza, Yucatan
      • Mayan Bee Sanctuary - Cozumel, Quintana Roo
      • Mayan Cacao Company - Cozumel, Q.R.
      • Mexico Blue Dream - Playa del Carmen, Q.R.
      • ​​Mayapán Archaeological Zone - Telchaquillo, Yucatan
      • Muyil-Chunyaxche - Quintana Roo, Mexico
      • Paseo de Montejo - Merida, Yucatan
      • Punta Sur - Cozumel, Quintana Roo
      • Río Secreto - Playa del Carmen, Q.R.
      • San Gervasio - Cozumel, Quintana Roo
      • San Miguelito Archaeological Zone - Cancun, Q.R.
      • Scuba Life Cozumel, Quintana Roo
      • Secrets Maroma Beach Resort - Cancun, Q.R.
      • Selvatica the Adventure Tribe - Puerto Morelos, Q.R.
      • Señor Frog’s - Cozumel, Quintana Roo
      • Sian Ka’an Biosphere Reserve - Quintana Roo
      • Tulum Ruins - Quintana Roo
      • Uxmal - Yucatan, Mexico
      • Xcaret Park - Playa Del Carmen, Q.R.
      • Xel-Há Ecological Park Quintana Roo, Mexico
      • Convent Route, Yucatan Mexico
      • Haciendas in Mexico
      • Puuc Route, Yucatan Mexico
      • Caves - Grutas in Mexico
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Progreso Mexico

Progreso, Mexico Cruises ​​

Progreso, Yucatan is one of the most popular destinations cruising the Yucatan Peninsula of Mexico.
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Progreso, Yucatan
Progreso is a Port of Call for the following Yucatan Cruises:

Victory Cruise Lines
  • Yucatan's Mayan Cruise Tour - 11/Day - (Round Trip Cancun)

Things to do in Progreso

PictureProgreso Beach
Water activities
Visit La Ria in Progreso, Yucatan, and enjoy mangroves that were formed within the last decade. There’s kayaks available for rent in the area, and these are perfect to explore the mangroves and the fauna that inhabits this place. 

Beaches
Take a stroll through el Malecón in Progreso, which is right next to the beach. Stop by some of the eateries in the area, or just relax and enjoy the music, people, and the sound of the waves crashing the shore. 

Archaeological Sites
The closest archaeological sites are located just a few miles away from Progreso. Dzibilchaltún, Yucatan, home to "El Templo de Las Siete Muñecas" (translates to “the seven-doll temple”), is one of them. During every equinox, the sun goes exactly through an opening at the top of this temple, which shows that the Mayan were really knowledgeable about astronomy. They call this site the “seven-doll temple” since archaeologists found 7 doll-like figurines buried under this site. The meaning of the dolls remains unclear. Another popular archaeological site around Progreso is Uxmal, also known as “the lost city.” Uxmal, Yucatan is home to the Pirámide del Adivino (translates to “the fortune teller pyramid”), a 35-meter tall pyramid with a unique oval-shaped base structure. Some tourists find this site even more impressive than Chichen-Itzá. Other iconic structures in Uxmal include The Gran Pirámide, Plaza de Las Monjas, Casa de las Tortugas, and its very own Juego de la Pelota. This city portrays what life was like in one of the principal Mayan cities.


Get to know Progreso

PictureFlamingos in Progreso Beach
Location and Etymology
Progreso is located in the north of the Yucatan Peninsula, right in the State of Yucatan. This municipality occupies about 430 square kilómeters, and sits North of Mérida and West of Sisal. Progreso coast faces the Gulf of Mexico, which is key to the city’s economic development. The Port of Progreso welcomes visitors from hundreds of Yucatan Cruises annually, as well as commercial embarkations.

Cultural and Historical References
Progreso was founded in 1871 with the function of substituting the Port of Sisal. Progreso’s exponential growth propelled Yucatan State’s flourishing and more population moved to what then was considered a small town. In 1875, Progreso became a village and later that year it got classified as a city. There isn’t trace of the Mayan civilization in this area yet found. Other big historic accomplishments in Progreso took place in 1875 when the Palacio Municipal was built. Later in 1881, the railroad system was inaugurated in Progreso, and this boosted the economy and helped progreso get to the next level. Today, Progreso’s economy is mostly supported by the port activities, fishing, and tourism.   

Flora and Fauna 
Progreso’s flora consists of a mix of halophilic grassland, royal palm, pixoy, and pucte. Some areas in northern Progreso may seem like there’s not much vegetation. This port of call is also home to lots of bird species, some of the most prominent are quails, seagulls, and pelicans. There is a great diversity of fish and reptiles such as land turtles and lizards 

Gastronomy
While in Progreso, you should try out fish soup, “mero en Tikin Xik,” and fried dogfish. Don’t forget to try Yuca (a regional fruit) with honey, Cocoyol, and “Dulce de Ciricote.” Some traditional beverages in the area include Xtabentun, Balché, and Horchata. 

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  • CRUISING THE YUCATAN
    • State of Yucatan
    • State of Campeche
    • State of Quintana Roo
    • Mayan Ruins Cruises
    • Mayan Civilization
    • Riviera Maya Cruises
    • Mexico Cruises
    • Mexican Riviera Cruises
    • Cancun Hotel Zone
    • Cenotes of the Yucatan Peninsula
    • Golf Courses of the Yucatan Peninsula
    • Yucatan Peninsula Attractions >
      • 3D Museum of Wonders - Playa del Carmen, Yucatan
      • Chaak Tun Cenotes - Playa del Carmen, Q.R.
      • Atlantis Submarine Tour - Cozumel, Q.R.
      • Canton Palace - Merida, Mexico
      • Cenote Dos Ojos - Playa Del Carmen, Q.R.
      • Catedral de Merida - Merida, Yucatan
      • Chankanaab Adventure Beach Park - Cozumel, Q.R.
      • Chichen Itza, Yucatan Mexico
      • Cozumel Chef Tour - Cozumel, Q.R.
      • Cozumel Island Museum - Cozumel, Quintana Roo
      • Cozumel Pearl Farm - Cozumel, R.O.
      • Cozumel Tours - Cozumel, Q.R.
      • Frida Kahlo Museum - Playa del Carmen, Q.R.
      • Dzibilchaltún - Merida, Yucatan
      • Garrafon Natural Reef Park - Isla Mujeres, Q.R.
      • Great Museum of the Mayan World - Merida, Yucatan
      • Hacienda Sotuta de Peon - Merida, Yucatan
      • Holbox Adventure - Isla Holbox, Q.R.
      • Isla Pasion - Cozumel, Q.R.
      • Jean Laffitte Pirate Dinner Cruise - Cozumel, Q.R.
      • Jungle Buggy Tour - Playa Del Carmen, Q.R.
      • Las Coloradas in the Rio Largardos - Yucatan, Mexico
      • Magical Yellow City - Izamal, Yucatan
      • Mayaland Hotel & Bungalows - Chichen Itza, Yucatan
      • Mayan Bee Sanctuary - Cozumel, Quintana Roo
      • Mayan Cacao Company - Cozumel, Q.R.
      • Mexico Blue Dream - Playa del Carmen, Q.R.
      • ​​Mayapán Archaeological Zone - Telchaquillo, Yucatan
      • Muyil-Chunyaxche - Quintana Roo, Mexico
      • Paseo de Montejo - Merida, Yucatan
      • Punta Sur - Cozumel, Quintana Roo
      • Río Secreto - Playa del Carmen, Q.R.
      • San Gervasio - Cozumel, Quintana Roo
      • San Miguelito Archaeological Zone - Cancun, Q.R.
      • Scuba Life Cozumel, Quintana Roo
      • Secrets Maroma Beach Resort - Cancun, Q.R.
      • Selvatica the Adventure Tribe - Puerto Morelos, Q.R.
      • Señor Frog’s - Cozumel, Quintana Roo
      • Sian Ka’an Biosphere Reserve - Quintana Roo
      • Tulum Ruins - Quintana Roo
      • Uxmal - Yucatan, Mexico
      • Xcaret Park - Playa Del Carmen, Q.R.
      • Xel-Há Ecological Park Quintana Roo, Mexico
      • Convent Route, Yucatan Mexico
      • Haciendas in Mexico
      • Puuc Route, Yucatan Mexico
      • Caves - Grutas in Mexico
  • Yucatan Cruise Lines
    • Victory Cruise Lines
  • Cruise Itineraries
    • Victory 11 Day - Yucatan's Mayan Cruise Tour
  • Destinations
    • Cancun, Mexico Cruises ​​
    • Costa Maya, Mexico Cruises ​​
    • Cozumel, Mexico Cruises
    • Holbox Island, Mexico
    • Isla Mujeres, Mexico
    • Mérida, Mexico Cruises ​​
    • Playa Del Carmen, Mexico Cruises ​​
    • Progreso, Mexico Cruises
    • Tulum, Mexico Cruises ​​
    • Uxmal, Yucatan Mexico
    • Valladolid, Mexico Cruises
  • Yucatan Blog
    • Mayan Food
    • Mayan Hammocks
    • Yucatan Photos
    • Yucatan Videos
    • Cancun Condos
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