2027 Immersion Trip!

Written By Iowa Yucatan Partners

Journey to the Yucatán: Experience Culture, History, and Community
Yucatán Peninsula, Mexico
January 8–18, 2027

Explore he vibrant culture of the Yucatán while building lasting friendships and making a meaningful impact through community service. Iowa Yucatán Partners invites you to experience an unforgettable journey that celebrates the rich connection between Iowa and the Yucatán Peninsula.

From January 8–18, 2027, travelers will discover the beauty, history, and traditions of the Yucatán through a carefully planned itinerary featuring cultural experiences, historic tours, guided excursions, and opportunities to serve local communities. This unique trip offers more than sightseeing—it is an opportunity to experience the people, traditions, and spirit of the Yucatán in a meaningful way.

Your adventure includes:

  • Cultural experiences showcasing the traditions of the Yucatán

  • Community service opportunities that strengthen international friendships

  • Local celebrations and authentic cultural events

  • Historic tours of significant landmarks

  • Guided excursions to explore the region's natural and cultural treasures

Whether you are a longtime supporter of Iowa Yucatán Partners or looking for a meaningful international travel experience, this journey offers memories that will last a lifetime while strengthening the partnership that has connected Iowa and the Yucatán for more than 60 years.

Journey to the Yucatán
January 8–18, 2027

The trip cost is approximately $2,200 per person (double occupancy) with an additional $500 for single occupancy. A $1,000 deposit is due December 1, 2026, and the remaining balance is due December 31, 2026. The fee includes lodging in the historic Gran Real Yucatán Hotel, some lunches and dinners, land transportation, an English-speaking guide, tips, and entrance fees - all arranged by EcoTurismo Yucatán. Airfare to Mérida is additional and for each traveler to arrange personally.

Please make checks payable to:

Iowa Partners of the Americas

Send payment to:

William Edwards (Treasurer)

2232 170th Street

Boone, IA 50036

Iowa Yucatan Partners

Iowa-Yucatán Partners

Connecting Cultures, Building Community

The Iowa-Yucatán Partners is a grassroots, volunteer-driven organization dedicated to fostering long-lasting relationships and mutual understanding between the people of Iowa, USA, and Yucatán, Mexico. As part of the broader Partners of the Americas network, our mission is to create sustainable impact through collaboration in areas such as education, public health, agriculture, cultural exchange, and community development.

Founded on the belief that international friendship can transform lives, the Iowa-Yucatán partnership has facilitated decades of people-to-people exchanges, technical assistance programs, youth leadership initiatives, and service projects. Our work empowers communities in both regions to share knowledge, address local challenges, and celebrate each other's cultural heritage.

With a deep respect for the strengths of both Iowa and Yucatán, we strive to build bridges that promote equity, opportunity, and global citizenship. Whether through student exchanges, medical missions, or agricultural innovation, we are proud to be part of a movement that proves that ordinary citizens—working together across borders—can achieve extraordinary things.

https://IowaYucatanPartners.com
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