When it comes to travel, there are few places on the planet that have been left undiscovered by travelers. Bacalar isn’t one of them – but compared to the ever-busy streets and beaches of neighboring Cancun, Cozumel, and Playa Del Carmen, you’d be forgiven for thinking you’ve just stepped foot into one of the best-kept …
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The Mexican Caribbean state of Quintana Roo is widely considered one of the richest historical regions in Mexico, where travelers can find abundant remnants of the Maya civilization. The history of the Maya society is an ancient one, dating back to 2000 BC. Travelers in Cancun, Tulum, and the Riviera Maya can find a wide …
One of the best ways to experience Bacalar’s gorgeous lagoon is to spend the day floating on the water and jumping in when you need to cool off. Taking a boat ride tour on the mesmerizing teal and crystal blue freshwater lagoon is not only a bucket-list activity for the Mayan Riviera, but also a …
The Mexican Caribbean is once again proving to be one of the leading travel destinations worldwide this summer. With millions of tourists expected to visit the region over the following months, authorities are on alert over a rising trend: fake travel package scams and other online crimes targeting tourists. With scammers using increasingly sophisticated methods, …
This week, reports emerged from the Ministries of Tourism and Finance in Quintana Roo of illegal Airbnb-style accommodations in the up-and-coming districts of Bacalar, Chetumal and Mahahual. Of the seven thousand rental units that operate throughout the area, 80% have been labelled as unsafe for tourists as they operate without government permits. This is dangerous …
In a recent update on the status of the new Maya Train, Mexican transport authorities revealed that the railway network will have a total of 20 stops offering tourists the chance to see over 190 cultural and historical attractions around the Mexican Caribbean. When complete in 2024, the Maya Train will massively benefit visitors in …
The presence of crocodiles in the Riviera Maya region is well known. In the last few days these animals have attacked at least two people in the region. Thankfully none of the incidents have resulted in human casualties. The latest of these attacks came about over the weekend in the Bacalar Lagoon. A family of …
You may not have heard of the ‘Lagoon of Seven Colors’, or Bacalar, the town in which it’s found, but this destination has been rapidly growing in popularity over the last decade. Originally only visited by budget backpackers, more and more high-end properties have appeared in this stunning location which is in the southerly reaches …