For years, the formula for a family-friendly, all-inclusive vacation was simple: a big pool for the kids to splash in, a kids club with face painting, and maybe an ice cream machine at the buffet. It was a good formula, but a predictable one. For parents traveling with hard-to-please teenagers or looking for activities they …
Cancun
Summertime in Cancún can mean scorching sun, crowded beaches—and often, frustrating sargassum washing ashore. So why not dive below the surface, escape the seaweed, and cool off in some of the region’s most stunning underground worlds? Our team at The Cancún Sun has personally tried each of these adventures—and can’t wait to share our favorites. …
There’s nothing better than a warm, peaceful evening in Cancun. Whether you’re an expat enjoying a quiet night on your balcony or a traveler savoring dinner on an open-air patio, that tranquil ambiance is part of the magic. It’s a city built on the promise of paradise. But lately, for many, that peace has been …
Picture this: you’re strolling through Cancun, the sun is shining, the turquoise water is calling your name, and you’re just about to bite into a perfect taco al pastor. Life is good. Suddenly, a friendly stranger taps you on the shoulder with a concerned look. “Excuse me,” they say in perfect English, “You have something …
Let’s play a quick game. When you think of the world’s biggest, most over-the-top tourism hubs, what comes to mind? For most people, it’s the glittering, neon-drenched Las Vegas Strip. For decades, Vegas has been the undisputed king of sheer hotel capacity. But a challenger has quietly emerged from the turquoise waters of the Caribbean. …
Let’s be real. Staring at a map of Mexico’s Riviera Maya, trying to pick your home base, can feel like a high-stakes exam. Cancun, Playa Del Carmen, Tulum—they all flash images of turquoise water and tacos, but trust me, they are not the same. Picking the wrong one for your vibe can be the difference …
CANCUN, MEXICO – The moment arrives like clockwork at the end of a perfect, sun-drenched meal in paradise. The server places the bill on your table. You’ve just enjoyed incredible food, the ocean breeze was your dinner music, and the service was warm and attentive. But then, a familiar wave of anxiety washes over you. …
Cancún, Mexico – June 21, 2025 – The results are in, and they’re sending a clear message: Cancún’s tourism boom is officially unstoppable. A new hotel barometer report reveals that not even the seasonal arrival of sargassum seaweed can put a damper on the destination’s sizzling success, with hotels buzzing and vacationers flooding in to …
Welcome to the Riviera Maya! Literally our favorite place on earth! If you’re anything like us, you’re dreaming of turquoise cenotes, ancient jungle-shrouded ruins, and vibrant colonial cities. But planning how to get from the beaches of Cancun to the magic of Chichén Itzá or the charm of Valladolid can sometimes feel like a puzzle …
When you picture the perfect Cancun vacation, a stunning pool is probably high on the list. But what if we told you there’s a rooftop pool so epic, it’s in a league of its own? We’re talking about the incredible pool at the Hyatt Vivid Grand Island, an adults-only, all-inclusive haven that’s become the talk …