Cancun and the Mexican Caribbean have just wrapped up the busiest summer on record in terms of hotel occupancy and overall popularity. Newly released figures shed light on the most sought-after destinations this summer, many of which have seen their popularity skyrocket with travelers. Although the Mexican Caribbean is now heading into the quieter shoulder …
Mika Langel
Playa del Carmen is one of the most sought-after destinations for travelers in the Mexican Caribbean this year. And despite being home to dozens of top-rated properties, travelers are increasingly choosing Airbnbs over hotels this year. Much like other Mexican Caribbean resort hotspots, there are currently more online vacation rentals in Playa del Carmen than …
Cancun and the Mexican Caribbean currently have more online vacation rentals – especially Airbnbs – than at any point in history. And while they offer a host of benefits, they also come with some notable downsides that travelers have to consider when booking their next Caribbean getaway. Officials have recently implemented sweeping changes to the …
The Mexican Caribbean is all the rage in the digital nomad world, with a growing number of remote workers relocating to the sunny region. But one destination is expected to attract more digital nomads than any other this year: Playa del Carmen. This fall, officials are gearing up to welcome up to 30% more digital …
While still cheaper than many other Caribbean destinations, several factors including the rising value of the Mexican peso mean that an all-inclusive vacation in Cancun is no longer as affordable as it once used to be. Rising prices have forced many travelers, especially those hailing from the United States, to change their spending patterns to …
Cancun and the Mexican Caribbean are entering the peak of the hurricane season, which occurs between September and November, as officials activate safety protocols during the unusually stormy period. The shoulder season typically sees the strongest tropical storms – and in some instances, powerful hurricanes – form over and around the Mexican Caribbean, potentially affecting …
Officials in the coastal destination of Playa del Carmen are warning travelers about the growing number of passport thefts being reported in the popular hotspot. Despite being one of the safest destinations in the Riviera Maya, criminals are always on the hunt for unsuspecting travelers and, increasingly, passports and other valuable identity documents. With more …
Blackouts have been a recurring issue across several popular Mexican Caribbean hotspots this summer, and despite reassurance that the power supply issue would be fixed, the problem continues to deteriorate. As frustration grows amid what appears to be inaction by state regulators, hospitality businesses are calling for urgent measures to tackle the emerging energy crisis. …
Although the entire Mexican Caribbean is growing at record pace among travelers this year, Tulum, a stunning historical destination south of Cancun, is outright skyrocketing in popularity. The coastal destination has a lot going on for it; from its stunning historical Mayan ruins to its pristine shores, Tulum is a versatile vacation hotspot that welcomes …
The Mexican Caribbean’s popularity is soaring to new highs this year as more travelers than ever before flock to enjoy the region’s sun-kissed beaches and affordable luxury resorts. But few destinations in the Mexican Caribbean are growing as fast as Isla Mujeres and Cozumel, two of the most popular islands in the region. Offering plenty …