This week, officials revealed new details about the onboard foodie experiences travelers can look forward to once the Maya Train officially begins operations this December. The Maya Train will feature a modern and comfortable lounge car where passengers can enjoy tasty snacks or a full meal. As Mexico’s costliest railway project nears completion, here’s everything …
Cancun
The number of tourists that visit Cancun every year has steadily been on the rise since the Covid-19 pandemic started to wind down. As with other businesses all around the world, though, Cancun hotels are having trouble keeping up with skyrocketing demand due to staff shortages. This has been an ongoing problem in restaurants, bars, …
The security situation of Quintana Roo post-pandemic can be best described as inconsistent — with flare-ups of incidents becoming a regular occurrence in this once super peaceful destination. For example, the chic destination of Tulum, where Instagram influencers are flocking to from the world over, has been the focus of more than its fair share …
Archaeological tourism in Cancun is back! In the first 3 months of 2023, archaeological tourism reached 90% of its pre-pandemic levels. The industry struggled during the pandemic, which resulted in the temporary closure of archaeological zones in the country. Today, 12 of the 13 archaeological zones in Quintana Roo have reopened. Meanwhile, over 600,000 tourists …
Cancun and the Mexican Caribbean have just wrapped up one of the busiest Easter holidays on record. The coastal resort town welcomed a whopping 500,000 holidaymakers from across the globe over the past week, with many of them hailing from the United States. The record-shattering flurry of travelers puts to rest any concerns that recent …
We all know and love the bustling Cancun, vibrant Playa Del Carmen, and eco-chic Tulum, but are you a traveler that is wanting to escape all the crowds and experience the real culture of Mexico? If so, then Xcalak is the place for you! This small fishing village offers a really unique blend of seclusion, …
There is no shortage of wildlife in and around Cancun, and it’s easy to forget that this corner of Mexico is made up of sprawling jungles and a tropical climate perfect for a wealth of animal species to thrive. Until recently, in the last 40 or so years, it was also one of the least …
Dengue fever cases are on the rise in the beautiful city of Cancun and the state of Quintana Roo, causing concern for tourists planning to visit the popular vacation destination, however, should tourists be worrying? The Federal Ministry of Health has just released the number of dengue fever cases in Quintana Roo. How Many Cases …
After the recent lull in sargassum reaching the Riviera Maya’s shores, the situation has unfortunately taken a turn for the worse. The director of the Sargasso Monitoring Network, Esteban Amaro, has announced that the spring season is shaping up to be one of the heaviest yet, with 560 miles (900 km) of coastline at serious …
The local and federal governments in Quintana Roo are being urged to better regulate Airbnb hosts in the state after it was brought to the attention of the public that many hosts are offering additional tours and activities on top of providing accommodation. Airbnb plays a big role in the tourism industry of Quintana Roo, …