Cancun International Airport is set to receive a major boost in traveler safety with the implementation of a license plate recognition system aimed at tackling the city’s growing fake taxi issue. The measure was announced this week by Cancun officials amid reports of a drastic increase in unlicensed taxi drivers operating around the airport. Pirate taxis, as …
Mika Langel
Cozumel, the largest and most popular island in the Mexican Caribbean, is set to receive a major boost in traveler safety with the launching of a new command and control center. The state-of-the-art law enforcement unit was officially inaugurated this week by the state’s Governor Mara Lezama as Cozumel seeks to tackle rising levels of …
The whale shark season is set to begin in just several days in Cancun and Isla Mujeres amid unprecedented traveler demand for sighting – and even swimming with – the aquatic species. One of Cancun’s most iconic and memorable experiences, swimming with the majestic whale sharks is a once-in-a-lifetime occasion. And this year, up to …
In 2024, Cancun and the Mexican Caribbean are more popular among American travelers as evidenced by a new report from the Ministry of Tourism that shows that the sunny region is on track for another record-breaking year for travel. A classic for millions of Americans, Cancun shows no signs of losing its grip as the …
As the most popular destination for international travelers in Mexico, Cancun is always looking for new ways to bolster its already excellent offerings. This year, environmental experts are launching a brand new underwater attraction in the popular El Meco area by sinking dozens of sculptures in an attempt to draw more visitors to the area. The move …
The quaint destination of Bacalar in southern Quintana Roo is currently being affected by widespread blackouts, forcing many travelers to cancel their bookings in favor of other hotspots. Situated around four hours south of Cancun, Bacalar has achieved a unique status as one of the most popular destinations for nature lovers thanks to its colorful …
Despite being in the peak of the shoulder season, Cancun and the Mexican Caribbean are reporting excellent occupancy rates as travelers flock to enjoy the region’s white-sand beaches. But outside of Cancun, two sun-soaked destinations are proving to be particularly popular with travelers, with resorts nearly selling out ahead of the busy summer season. That’s …
The official launching of the Playa del Carmen to Tulum Maya Train route will be postponed by at least several weeks, according to a new update by Mexico’s president Andrés Manuel López Obrador. The Fifth Section South portion of the state-of-the-art railway system is expected to play a key role in bolstering travel numbers between …
Marriott has taken a major step forward in further improving its luxury offerings in Cancun with the opening of its first-ever all-inclusive resort in the coastal destination. While Marriott owns & operates a number of resort chains around the world, Marriott Cancun is the first all-inclusive property under the Marriott brand in the Mexican Caribbean. Work recently …
Although Cancun remains by far the most popular destination in the Mexican Caribbean for U.S. travelers, Costa Mujeres, a hotspot located just north of the coastal city, is vying to steal that title. That’s all the more so after the coastal resort district was given the Best of the Best Destinations distinction by Tripadvisor, the world’s leading …