CANCUN – If you’ve been scrolling through vacation news, you’ve probably heard the dreaded word: sargassum. This floating brown seaweed has been a party-crasher on many beautiful Caribbean beaches. But in Cancun, the city is fighting back, and winning. Thanks to a massive, around-the-clock effort, Cancun’s world-famous beaches are looking spectacular, clean, and ready for …
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Vacationers and residents in Cancun and the Riviera Maya can breathe a sigh of relief—local meteorologists are predicting a quiet end to June, with no tropical cyclones expected to form in the region. That’s right: no hurricanes, no tropical storms, just blue skies and beach days ahead. Luis Antonio Morales Ocaña, a meteorologist with Playa …
RIVIERA MAYA, MEXICO – The pristine white sands and turquoise waters that define the Mexican Caribbean are facing an unprecedented threat. A record-breaking invasion of sargassum seaweed is washing ashore in such massive quantities that hotel leaders are now reporting tourist cancellations, forcing the entire region to grapple with an economic and environmental crisis that …
CANCUN, MEXICO – We’ve all had that nagging thought in the back of our minds before a big trip: “what if I get sick in Cancun?” It’s a scary situation, no doubt, so let’s clear up the confusion. Think of this as your logistical guide – who to call, where to go, and how the …
We at The Cancun Sun have just uncovered an unbeatable summer escape you’ll want to jump on ASAP. If you’re looking to stretch your vacation dollars without sacrificing the kind of laid-back, beachy bliss that dreams are made of, then Isla Holbox is calling your name. Nestled just off the northern coast of the Yucatan …
In a stunning confirmation of Mexico’s premier standing in luxury travel, the Riviera Maya is officially home to the best hotel on the planet for 2025. In its annual Travelers’ Choice Best of the Best awards, global travel platform Tripadvisor crowned Secrets Akumal Riviera Maya as the number one hotel in the entire world. Here …
CANCUN, QUINTANA ROO – Cancun International Airport (CUN), the gateway to Mexico’s famed Caribbean coast, saw a dip in international passenger numbers this May. Here at The Cancun Sun, we see this as a trend that could spell fantastic news for travelers looking for a better deal and a more relaxed vacation experience. Official figures …
Between June 1 and November 30, the Mexican Caribbean occasionally swaps turquoise calm for swirling gray. That unpredictability can make even the most seasoned traveler second-guess a summer booking. Happily, several of Cancún’s best all-inclusive resorts come with built-in “hurricane guarantees,” so you can lock down your dream trip now and deal with the weather—if …
CANCUN, MEXICO – The margaritas are calling, your swim trunks are packed, and you’re dreaming of that perfect turquoise water. But before you can dip your toes in the sand, there’s one final step to complete: the customs checkpoint at Cancun International Airport. Most travelers breeze through with a smile and a stamp, but every …
CANCUN, Q.R. — As the summer rains begin to fall on Cancun’s beaches and jungles, state health officials are asking locals and tourists to be aware, but not hitting the panic button, about the seasonal risk of Dengue fever. The Cancun Sun has looked into the official data to explain what this means for both …