Consultation XVII Information
ICRSME XVII Consultation will be held March 5-8, 2025 in Valladolid, Mexico
Valladolid, located in the middle of the Yucatan Peninsula, sits approximately two and a half hours inland from Cancún and Mérida. Known for its vibrant architecture and history, Valladolid was elected Pueblo Magico (Magic Town) in 2012 by the Mexican Government for its charm and "magical" qualities. We are excited to host ICRSME XVII at this unique location!
Conference Schedule
Wednesday, March 5th
Wednesday, March 5th
Wednesday, March 5th
- Cultural Experiences
- Opening Reception
Thursday, March 6th
Wednesday, March 5th
Wednesday, March 5th
- Plenary
- Presentations
- 3 Minute Thesis
- Cultural Experiences
Friday, March 7th
Saturday, March 8th
Saturday, March 8th
- Presentations
- Graduate and Undergraduate Student Forum
- Cultural Experiences
Saturday, March 8th
Saturday, March 8th
Saturday, March 8th
- Presentations
- Closing Reception
- Cultural Experiences
Air Transportation: Cancún and Mérida
Flying into Cancún (CUN)
Flying into Cancún (CUN)
Flying into Cancún (CUN)
You can fly direct to Cancún from most major US cities/hubs. For a complete consultation experience, including a cultural excursion on Wednesday morning, we recommend that ICRSME friends arrive in Valladolid by Tuesday, March 4th.
Flying into Mérida (MID)
Flying into Cancún (CUN)
Flying into Cancún (CUN)
You can fly direct to Mérida from Dallas/Fort Worth, Miami, and Houston. For a complete consultation experience, including a cultural excursion on Wednesday morning, we recommend that ICRSME friends arrive in Valladolid by Tuesday, March 4th.
Car Transportation to Valladolid
We are in the process of arranging group transportation from CUN and MID to Valladolid.
Valladolid is approximately two and a half hours by car from CUN and MID. To request information about group transportation, please fill out our Transportation Request Form by February 1, 2025. You will need your booked travel itinerary to complete the form.
Consultation Hotel: Real Hispano
The Consultation hotel is the Real Hispano.
Rooms are available on a first-come basis. Click the button below to reserve your room. The hotel's cancellation policy is fantastic, with most rooms having free cancelation up to 24 hours before the stay.
Plenary Speaker: Dr. Marty Harvill
Bringing Back Creativity and Exploration in Science: Supporting K-16 Research Experiences
ICRSME is excited to have Dr. Marty Harvill (Department of Biology, Baylor University) speak at the upcoming consultation. Dr. Harvill has decades of experience working with undergraduate students in research and has worked with local schools in Valladolid through the iBEARS Program since 2021.
Attractions
Chichén Itzá
Suytun Cenote
Suytun Cenote
Chichén Itzá is one of Mexico's most important cultural landmarks,. Dating back nearly 1,500 years, the archaeological city was built with the iconi pyramid of Kukulcán at its center, the greatest symbol of Mayan society and an important astronomical and mathematical achievement.
Suytun Cenote
Suytun Cenote
Suytun Cenote
Suytun Cenote is a breathtaking natural sinkhole with turquoise waters and beautiful stalactites hanging from the ceiling.
Ek'Balam
Suytun Cenote
Ek'Balam
Ek'Balam (Jaguar Star) is a Mayan city that had its maximum development from 600-900 AD and was possibly the seat of the kingdom of "Tlalol". Today, you can visit what remains of the Mayan village, temple, and pyramid.