Xcaret Park, a massive eco-adventure park near Cancun, is seeing its popularity explode with families this summer amid the Mexican Caribbean’s sweltering weather. With the thermometer regularly hitting temperatures of over 91 degrees Fahrenheit this summer, travelers are increasingly keen on refreshing and cooling experiences to escape the heat. And with its lush vegetation, underground …
Mika Langel
In yet another effort to boost safety for millions of travelers this summer, Mexican officials have deployed hundreds of tourist police to deter organized crime. With safety being one of the hottest topics this year, authorities want to prevent criminals from damaging the Mexican Caribbean’s stellar reputation or, worse, targeting travelers. As millions of people …
The peak of the summer season is just around the corner for a number of Mexican Caribbean hotspots, including Playa del Carmen, where officials just announced that sargassum levels are expected to remain low throughout the summer. This is despite earlier predictions that suggested that the coastal destination could see a massive amount of sargassum …
Prices in Cancun have been rising steeply across the board this year on the back of a strengthened peso, putting a dent in American travelers’ purchasing power and forcing many to cut spending while enjoying the sun-soaked destination. Nightly rates across Mexican Caribbean resorts have risen by up to 11% compared to last year, and …
Several Cancun resorts have earned a spot on the U.S. News & World Report’s list of the world’s best family-friendly resorts in 2023. Despite its wild and party-loving reputation, Cancun is an excellent destination for travelers of all ages, with countless resorts boasting kids-friendly amenities and inclusions. If you’re looking for a safe, welcoming, and …
The availability of family-friendly resorts in the Riviera Maya is set to expand considerably this year with the reopening of the 5-star Grand Palladium Kantenah Resort & Spa in December. The opulent resort is currently undergoing a costly renovation that will transform it into a spectacular family-friendly property right in the heart of the Riviera Maya. With …
Officials are worried about the increase of fake or unlicensed taxis at Cancun International Airport as the city’s popularity draws an ever-growing number of visitors. In addition to the ongoing feud between taxi and Uber drivers, there’s another transportation conundrum travelers have to be wary of this year – pirate taxis, as they’re often referred to …
Flagging down a taxi is one of the first things many travelers do after landing at Cancun International Airport. And while taxis are one of the most convenient ways of getting around town, many travelers might be wondering: how safe is it? New statistics published by Quintana Roo’s Secretariat for Public Security and Transit reveal …
In a remarkable development compared to earlier predictions, the latest summer sargassum forecast published by Quintana Roo’s Sargassum Monitoring network indicates that the seaweed season could end early this year. According to experts from the environmental agency, sargassum seaweed patches are expected on the Mexican Caribbean coastline this summer, but in lesser amounts than in …
Several destinations near Cancun are trending with travelers this summer, and one of them has just launched new culinary experiences that seamlessly combine nature with local flavors. Puerto Morelos, a quaint fishing village just south of Cancun, has risen in popularity to become one of the most popular hotspots for day trips in the region. …