Taxi drivers in the Mexican Caribbean are in the spotlight once again after a video depicting a violent attack on two Playa del Carmen travelers went viral on social media. The altercation, which occurred just several days ago, is the latest case of violent taxi drivers targeting travelers in the Mexican Caribbean due to overcharging. The …
Mika Langel
While some sections of the Maya Train are already operating, we are still a few months away from all routes being open to tourists. With the Train just months away from operating at full capacity in Cancun and the Mexican Caribbean, officials in the sunny region are now working on building transfer stations to improve …
With interest in the Mexican Caribbean’s legendary Maya civilization reaching an all-time high, officials are busy carrying out extensive renovations on a number of historic sites across the region. One of the latest Mayan ruins to undergo renovation is Playa del Carmen’s Xelhá ruins, which authorities recently closed indefinitely as workers begin to improve infrastructure …
As Cancun and the Mexican Caribbean continue to make strides in improving animal welfare, the popular island of Cozumel has taken a major leap forward with the decision to stop carriage tours pulled by horses. This week, officials announced the implementation of a new animal welfare law across the Mexican Caribbean state of Quintana Roo, …
Officials in the historical hotspot of Tulum are gearing up to open one of the most exciting attractions in the city to date. Tulum’s new Jaguar Park is the latest addition to the city’s growing list of historical, cultural, and nature attractions and will officially open this April. The inauguration of the Maya Train later connection this …
Despite the winter travel frenzy quieting down, new figures reveal that resorts in Cancun and other hotspots across the Mexican Caribbean are nearly fully sold out this February. That trend is likely to continue for over a month, culminating with the hectic Easter travel period in late March. With occupancy rates of over 90%, Cancun …
One of Mexico’s most renowned low-cost airlines has announced a new nonstop route from McAllen to Cancun, providing a huge boost for regional travel to the coastal city and beyond. The announcement comes amid skyrocketing demand for the popular sun-soaked region. With only a few months to go until the complete launch of the Maya …
With the start of the sargassum season quickly approaching, local officials have announced the deployment of additional resources from the Mexican Navy this spring to help keep beaches clean. According to the country’s navy, up to 14 sargassum vessels will soon be deployed to the shores of the Mexican Caribbean to help combat the smelly …
Despite topping the charts as the most popular international destination for American travelers this year, a surprising number of Cancun visitors continue to run into problems during their sun-soaked holidays. That’s according to a new report that shows that slow Wi-Fi speeds and lackluster public transport options are putting a dent in the city’s otherwise excellent reputation. From …
Although Cancun is widely regarded as having some of the world’s top beaches, the stunning island of Isla Mujeres offers white-sand shores that give its nearby neighbor a run for its money. And this winter, Isla Mujeres’ most popular beach is in splendid condition thanks to strong winds caused by several cold fronts over the …