Airport officials have announced the implementation of new automated passport machines for American and Canadian travelers in Cancun International Airport starting this winter. The bureaucracy-cutting measure is expected to significantly speed up entry into the country during peak travel times. The new migration procedure, called e-Gate, is being trialed at Cancun and Mexico City, which …
Mika Langel
Cancun’s bustling nightlife attracts millions of visitors to the seaside town each year, but its boisterous bars and nightclubs are proving to be a hassle for an increasing number of people. Authorities in the city are now considering measures to decrease nighttime noise levels in Cancun’s main party areas. Excessive noise pollution is an issue …
Cancun International Airport officials recently announced that 40 new electronic kiosks have been installed at the airport’s busy Terminal 2 to help tackle growing passenger lines. The addition is expected to help travelers complete check-in formalities quicker as the airport grapples with a staffing shortage. Passengers flying to and from Cancun International Airport this year …
RIU, one of the most established hospitality firms operating in the Mexican Caribbean, is opening a new 550-room hotel in Costa Mujeres this October. Riu Latino Costa Mujeres is the chain’s newest adults-only property, complete with luxurious amenities, all-inclusive services, and stunning tropical surroundings. Set to open in late October, the new adults-only property will …
A Spanish YouTuber says he was stabbed in the leg by a drug dealer while on vacation in Tulum. The 21-year-old Spaniard has shared details about the frightening altercation on his social media accounts. Tulum, a popular resort located in southern Quintana Roo, has garnered worldwide attention in recent months over rising crime rates. The …
An American tourist drowned Thursday evening in a Playa del Carmen hotel. The incident occurred in a popular resort close to Puerto Aventuras. Despite efforts to resuscitate the man, the victim was pronounced dead after being rushed to a nearby private clinic. Authorities are still investigating the accident, and the exact details surrounding the drowning …
The construction of the Maya Train in Cancun can finally go ahead after facing months of legal setbacks over environmental concerns. The Maya Train is Mexico’s flagship infrastructure project, a massive undertaking to build over 1500 kilometers of railway tracks through six states, including Quintana Roo. Set for completion by the end of next year, …
Tropical Storm Ian developed into a hurricane this morning and is currently on track for Cuba. Authorities have issued a weather alert for Cancun and the Mexican Caribbean state of Quintana Roo as tropical storm Ian approaches the area. Though the storm has evolved into Hurricane Ian since the issuance of the first “blue alert”, …
The popularity of whale shark tours and excursions has skyrocketed in Cancun and the Mexican Caribbean this year, with local companies organizing more trips than in the past two years. The whale shark season lasts from May until late September, when the world’s largest fish species congregate in the warm waters of the Mexican Caribbean. …
Royalton will open a new hotel in the Riviera Maya this December. The new luxury property will be called Royalton Splash Riviera Cancun and is the latest addition to a growing number of hotel openings in the area. Situated along the Riviera Maya coastline, the all-inclusive, family-friendly resort focuses on entertainment for all ages. Travelers …