It’s not common for something tried and tested to be reinvented, especially not in the world of tourism. But that’s exactly what has happened in these up-and-coming destinations south of Cancun. In the towns of Chetumal and Xul-Há, a whole new all-inclusive experience has been rolled out that not only sounds awesome for travelers who …
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Cancun’s low season has just begun, as the summer comes to a close, and the high season is still a few months away. Typically during this time, hospitality workers are given time off, as hotel occupancy rates drop considerably from around September to November. This year, though, there is still a staff shortage in the …
Mexican President Andrés Manuel López Obrador was in Cancun this weekend to officially inaugurate the completion of the brand new $7.2 billion peso ($421 million) Cancun Cloverleaf airport road collector project. It’s a high-profile road work project that will help speed tourists along to the Cancun International Airport. The New Airport Collector A project of …
The Mexican Caribbean has more to offer than some of the best beach destinations in the entire world. The region has been inundated with visitors this year, with huge portions of tourists taking a keen interest in the archeological and historical offerings of the stunning location. Chichén Itzá has been the number one hotspot for …
Delays and cancellations at airports seem to be the norm these days, but typically these are either caused by weather conditions or the airlines themselves. A newer system at Cancun Airport, though, is the latest culprit in affecting air travel for its visitors, causing tourists to miss their flights. For an airport that has more …
Cancun and the Mexican Caribbean currently have more online vacation rentals – especially Airbnbs – than at any point in history. And while they offer a host of benefits, they also come with some notable downsides that travelers have to consider when booking their next Caribbean getaway. Officials have recently implemented sweeping changes to the …
There are many ways to get around Cancun and beyond when visiting the Mexican Caribbean, but just like with anything else, some are better than others. Some transportation options are more comfortable, others are more convenient, and some are more affordable. One of the most affordable ways to get around, especially if traveling outside of …
While sargassum season is not quite over yet, the beaches got an early reprieve from the massive amounts of sargassum that typically cover them during the summer months. Usually, sargassum season lasts well into the fall, with its presence noticeable sometimes as late as October. But recent tropical storms have cleared Mexican Caribbean beaches of …
The Yucatan state boasts over 2,000 Mayan archaeological sites, with new findings emerging yearly and potentially thousands more awaiting discovery. Yet among these Mayan treasures, none have captivated the hearts of visitors quite like the majestic Chichen Itzá. Designated a World Heritage site in 1988 and recognized as one of the New Seven Wonders Of …
The Riu brand is well-known in Mexican Caribbean vacation destinations, with more than 10 properties in the region, specifically in Cancun and Playa del Carmen. Riu all-inclusive resorts are popular among tourists because they offer so many great amenities, and one Cancun property just got even better. This massively popular Cancun resort, Hotel Riu Caribe, …