Mérida, Mexico, Is a Favorite Travel Destination Among Locals — How to Visit

"As one of Mérida's largest indoor markets, Mercado San Benito is a bustling bazaar where I could shop for fruits, spices, household items, and food—an authentic spot to escape the tourist fray and do as the locals do." - Meagan Drillinger Meagan Drillinger Meagan Drillinger left New York City for a life on the road. She has spent the majority of her career traveling and living in Mexico, and is passionate about seeing destinations in a slow-paced, immersive manner. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines