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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 …

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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 …

Read More about The Longest Rooftop Pool in Cancun Is Even More Incredible Than It Sounds

Let’s be honest: planning a vacation to the Mexican Caribbean is all about sun, sand, and good times. And while we at The Cancun Sun are all for finding amazing tacos on a budget, we also know that sometimes you just want to treat yourself. You want that wow moment—the experience you’ll be talking about …

Read More about 5 Cancun & Riviera Maya Splurges That Are Actually Worth the Money in 2025

Here at The Cancun Sun, we get it. You probably booked your trip to Cancun with visions of frosty drinks, turquoise water, and that perfect beachfront lounge chair. And you should! But what if we told you that you could easily mix in a dash of Indiana Jones with your beach time? Our team did …

Read More about 3 of Mexico’s Most Visited Mayan Ruins In 2025 Are Near Cancun

CANCUN, MEXICO – If you’ve scrolled through any travel-focused social media groups lately, you’ve likely seen the posts that spark immediate, passionate debate: “The sargassum looks awful. Should we cancel our trip to Cancun?” It’s a question echoing across platforms, fueled by dramatic photos of beaches blanketed in the brown seaweed. A wave of anxiety …

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Party people! We at the Cancun Sun totally get it—you’re here to dance under swaying palms, sip margaritas as the moon rises, and make memories that last a lifetime. But as of June 15, things have shifted so you can keep the good times rolling and stay safe. Bars downtown now close at 2:00 AM, …

Read More about Cancun Nightlife: Your Guide to Partying Safely with New Regulations

Remember that frantic, mid-flight scramble for a pen? The awkwardness of using your seatmate’s back as a makeshift desk to fill out that long green and white paper form before landing in Cancun? For years, it was a familiar ritual for every traveller to Mexico. Well, you can officially leave your pen in the overhead …

Read More about Do I Need To Fill Out The FMM Form Before Arriving In Cancun? Airport Officials Confirm Its Now Digital In 2025

We at The Cancun Sun have dug through the data so you don’t have to, drawing on current booking info from Booking.com, Expedia, TripAdvisor, and Hotels.com, to bring you the top five most booked all-inclusive resorts in Cancun’s Hotel Zone right now. Whether you’re planning a family getaway, a romantic escape, or a friends-only trip, …

Read More about Top 5 Most Booked Cancun Hotel Zone All Inclusives Of 2025 (And Why Travelers Love Them!)

So, you’ve booked your ticket to paradise. Your mind is already on a beach chair with a frosty drink in hand. But before you switch into full vacation mode, let’s talk about the important part: actually getting in. While slipping into Cancun is still a breeze for most, there is a key change to the …

Read More about Cancun Entry Requirements: Changes Travelers Need To Know For 2025

CANCUN, MEXICO – For the thousands of travelers arriving daily in this sun-drenched paradise, a tempting offer often comes before they even reach their hotel: free adventure tours, spa days, or even cash. But as The Cancun Sun has investigated, these generous ‘welcome gifts’ are the entry point into the high-stakes world of timeshare sales, …

Read More about The “Free” Cancun Tour & Spa Day: An Alert For First Time Visitors