After a highly successful 2023, the Mexican Caribbean’s tourism sector is gearing toward another potentially record-breaking year. In the first week of 2024, three Mexican Caribbean hotspots stood out with the highest occupancy levels among nationwide beach destinations, according to data from Sectur, the Mexican Secretary of Tourism. One would expect Cancun, the region’s crown …
Akumal
Akumal, a small beach town between Playa del Carmen and Tulum, has recently emerged as one of the trendiest destinations in the Mexican Caribbean. In 2023, it led hotel bookings in the Mexican Caribbean and secured the second spot nationwide, drawing visitors consistently throughout the year. One of the main reasons behind Akumal’s soaring popularity …
The Riviera Maya has been gaining traction in the last few years, offering a much more authentic and relaxed Mexican Caribbean experience compared to the buzzing Cancun. And perhaps there’s no better example of the region’s rising popularity than the stunning Akumal. Formerly an underdeveloped beach town only known among diving enthusiasts, Akumal has since …
Cancun and the Mexican Caribbean are wrapping up their best year on record for international travel. But two stunning destinations in the sun-soaked region have proven to be particularly popular with travelers this year. New statistics reveal that the idyllic hotspots of Playa del Carmen and Akumal recorded the highest average hotel occupancy rate in Mexico amid soaring …
With just over a month to go, tourists and locals alike are gearing up for the inauguration of the most anticipated project in the Mexican Caribbean and beyond. As if like a metaphorical key that will unlock the entirety of the Yucatan Peninsula and much more, the billion-dollar Maya train is about to make exploration …
When it comes to the Mexican Caribbean, tourist hotspots like Cancun, Tulum, and Playa del Carmen have long reigned supreme as the go-to destinations. Yet, in a surprising twist, none of these renowned destinations could eclipse Akumal, a small but charming Riviera Maya beach town, in terms of hotel occupancy rates this year. According to …
As the inauguration grows ever closer for the Maya Train, due to begin operations in December, the entirety of the Mexican Caribbean waits to be unlocked for the rest of the world by this billion-dollar project. One such area that is expected to grow in popularity is the state of Campeche, the lesser-known of the …
With the grand opening of the Tren Maya (Mayan train network) fast approaching, excitement is building with travelers at the prospect of a whole new world opening up to them that once required an adventure approach to vacation. The southern corner of the Mexican Caribbean is no slouch either. While it doesn’t have the bright …
Despite Cancun’s soaring popularity with travelers this year, a growing number of visitors are choosing to explore destinations outside of the resort hotspot. One destination that has been trending with visitors lately is Akumal. This quaint resort destination south of Cancun is famous for its quiet beaches, stunning outdoor activities, and iconic turtles. New statistics show …
One of the most reliable ways to get an idea of where is hot and where is not when planning a vacation is by occupancy rates. While it isn’t the most romantic data point, it does give travelers a great idea of which destinations are offering enough to keep bringing guests back season after season …