Scams in tourist destinations are common, but they can be avoided if you’re vigilant and know what to watch out for. Unfortunately, this isn’t always easy, as one tourist recently found out while visiting the Mexican Caribbean. In this case, a jeweler near Cancun sold fake jewelry to an American tourist for hundreds of dollars, …
Isla Mujeres
One of the favorite activities of visitors to Isla Mujeres is watching the scenic views of the sea standing on the dramatic rock cliffs. However, tourists are advised to be careful standing on the rocks and enjoying the natural seascapes due to the instability of the rock cliffs. Rocking and Rolling Part of the quaintness …
The Mexican Caribbean’s popularity is soaring to new highs this year as more travelers than ever before flock to enjoy the region’s sun-kissed beaches and affordable luxury resorts. But few destinations in the Mexican Caribbean are growing as fast as Isla Mujeres and Cozumel, two of the most popular islands in the region. Offering plenty …
Isla Mujeres, a stunning island that sits just off the coast of Cancun, has plenty to offer in the way of tourist attractions. It has so much to offer, in fact, that in 2015 it was named a “Magic Town,” which is a town in Mexico that is historically, culturally, or naturally significant. There are …
Many popular destinations in the Mexican Caribbean have been reporting hotel occupancy nearing full capacity during this record-breaking summer vacation period. Isla Mujeres, an island destination near Cancun, is again leading with one the highest hotel occupancy rates at 81.5% according to figures from the Ministry of Tourism of Quintana Roo. What was once an …
Isla Mujeres is known for boasting some of the Mexican Caribbean’s most spectacular coastlines, mesmerizing visitors with its white sand and turquoise waters. And now, four of the island’s stunning beaches are set to receive the prestigious Blue Flag certification in the next few days. This iconic international award is granted to beaches that meet …
There’s no shortage of luxury resorts in or around Cancun. But as the various Mexican Caribbean vacation destinations like Cancun, Playa del Carmen, Cozumel, Tulum, and Isla Mujeres keep growing in popularity, the need for more accommodations continues to grow too. This is likely what led one hotel brand, Majestic Resorts, to the decision to …
Cases of dengue fever are rising at an alarming rate in the Mexican Caribbean, prompting officials to warn residents and travelers about the potentially fatal disease. The sun-soaked region is currently experiencing a massive increase in the spread of the disease, which is transmitted by the Aedes aegypti mosquito. It is particularly prevalent in tropical …
The Mexican Caribbean is renowned for its stunning sandy beaches that captivate visitors from all corners of the world. And with dozens of these paradisiacal coastlines to choose from, travelers are truly spoiled for choice. However, among the array of tantalizing options, two beaches in particular stand out – Playa Paraiso In Tulum and Playa …
Summer is one of the busiest times for Quintana Roo’s ancient archeological ruins, which attract thousands of daily travelers. And with historical tourism on the rise, ancient ruins are set to grow even more in popularity as the completion of the Maya Train nears. With dozens of archeological sites relieving more funding to improve the …