The renowned luxury hospitality brand Ritz-Carlton has announced a major new property in the Riviera Maya for 2026. The first-ever of its type, the luxurious Ritz-Carlton Residences Riviera Maya will offer both long-term residences as well as traditional resort options. The property will be situated in the popular resort region of the Riviera Maya, offering easy access …
Mika Langel
As Cancun and the Mexican Caribbean head into one of the busiest summer seasons on record, a number of resort hotspots in the sunny region are bolstering their sargassum strategies. One standout among the crowd is Playa del Carmen, a quaint city destination just south of Cancun. With tons of sargassum seaweed expected to affect the …
Cancun and the Mexican Caribbean are undoubtedly famous for their powdery white-sand beaches, which draw millions of visitors each year who enjoy splashing in their crystal-clear waters. The region’s leading beach reputation was just recently strengthened following the addition of a further 15 Blue-Flag beaches. The prestigious distinction is awarded to beaches that meet a …
Despite ongoing efforts to regulate Cancun’s booming taxi industry, the number of taxi-related crimes reported across the sunny destination continues to climb. Fortunately, travelers have more transport options than ever before, making travel safer and more convenient. And with the complete launching of the Maya Train this summer, visitors will unlock yet another mode of …
Playa del Carmen beaches could soon see a huge influx of sargassum seaweed as temperatures soar in the coastal region due to ongoing heatwaves. Meteorological experts say that higher temperatures could be linked to greater sargassum levels, potentially worsening the Mexican Caribbean’s seaweed situation. Home to dozens of quaint white-sand beaches, Playa del Carmen is …
Each year, around late May to early June, large dust clouds originating from the Sahara desert paint Cancun’s skies in a deep orange hue. Although visually stunning, the phenomenon can cause respiratory symptoms such as cough and sore throat, leading officials to warn residents & travelers over the looming dust cloud. According to the latest …
Cancun has once again nearly topped a major international travel popularity ranking after being named the fifth most popular summer destination worldwide in 2024 by Mastercard. The study, published by the prestigious Mastercard Economics Institute, confirms Cancun’s status as a major global hotspot for resort travel as the city continues to launch more luxurious resorts. …
Cancun and the Mexican Caribbean are the trendiest International destinations for Americans this year. Even amid the ongoing shoulder season, a handful of stunning destinations in the sunny region are reporting astonishing occupancy figures. With travelers flocking to the area’s white-sand beaches and top-rated accommodations, May is turning out to be a surprisingly popular time …
Cancun officials will launch a new training program for immigration officials at Cancun International Airport as the city soars in popularity. The new initiative aims to improve customer service levels at the airport following dozens of reports of rude immigration personnel, giving travelers a lackluster first impression of the sun-soaked destination. In 2023, Cancun International …
Sargassum is making a comeback in Cancun and the Mexican Caribbean after months of nearly seaweed-free beaches in the region. The sargassum season is already in full swing, and multiple beaches in Playa del Carmen, Tulum, and Cozumel are already experiencing the effects of the foul-smelling macroalgae. But there is one Mexican Caribbean tropical island …