Maria is very knowledgeable about bees and about both the nature and cultural life of the Yucatan—information she’s eager to impart. She also speaks excellent English, so can serve as a translator between guests and the owner of the apiary. It was such a fun and informative morning, essential for anyone who is interested in learning about ecosystems, how development and pollution impact them, and the curious and wondrous ways in which bees function and interact.