The idyllic coastal town of Akumal is seeing its popularity explode as travelers flock to its sargassum-free shores. Located south of Cancun, Akumal has redoubled efforts to remove seaweed from its beaches, making this sun-soaked destination one of the best Riviera Maya getaways this summer. With sargassum seaweed plaguing many Mexican Caribbean hotspots, here’s why travelers are …
Mika Langel
A brand new adults-only luxury AMR resort is opening in Tulum next month. The 300-room resort is situated amid a pristine tropical jungle, with the property’s design taking inspiration from Tulum’s centuries-long Mayan history and unique nature. The seaside resort town has seen its popularity grow in recent months as travelers flock to enjoy some …
Cancun and the Mexican Caribbean are known for their year-round warm weather, which attracts visitors by the millions. In the summer, the sun-soaked region is prone to heat waves, when temperatures can soar above 95 degrees Fahrenheit. With summer just around the corner, many travelers will likely encounter a heat wave on their next Cancun …
The first whale sharks of the season have been spotted in Isla Mujeres waters near Cancun this week. Tour operators are gearing up for one of the busiest seasons this year as officials reveal new whale shark tour regulations. Swimming with whale sharks is a bucket-list experience for many travelers, and Isla Mujeres is widely …
Canadians are flocking to Cancun and the Mexican Caribbean in record numbers this year, with more airlines operating non-stop routes to the sun-soaked region. According to new travel statistics, the number of Canadians visiting Cancun has nearly doubled compared to last year, a sign that the resort city remains immensely popular despite travel warnings and …
Cozumel has become one of the most popular destinations in the Mexican Caribbean for Canadian travelers as Air Canada launches a new summer route to the island destination. Air Canada is one of several airlines operating non-stop flights to Cozumel, which has frequently been ranked as one of the top island destinations in North America. …
Combining work with travel – more commonly known as a workcation – is one of the hottest trends in the travel industry in the post-pandemic world. And the Mexican Caribbean has emerged as one of the most popular locations for digital nomads of all sorts. With its year-round warm weather, inviting tropical culture, and affordable prices, the …
Sargassum has become the main concern faced by travelers during their vacations in Cancun and the Mexican Caribbean. Several popular Cancun resorts have decided to take matters into their own hands, announcing new programs to eliminate the foul-smelling seaweed from their beaches. Melía, Riu, and Barceló are some of the latest hospitality chains to enact …
The U.S. Embassy in Mexico has issued a notice warning American citizens of timeshare and real estate scams in Cancun and the Mexican Caribbean. U.S. officials are urging travelers to exercise caution when considering the purchase of real estate in Mexico due to the prevalence of scams affecting the market. Purchasing property in Mexico can …
Hurricanes and tropical storms are one of the scariest weather phenomena in Cancun and the Mexican Caribbean, with several powerful storms battering the region every year. Fortunately, severe tropical storms are rather rare, with Hurricane Gilbert being the last major hurricane to strike the tropical city of Cancun. In this article, we’ll go over whether …