Alarmingly high sargassum levels have been making the headlines across the Mexican Caribbean over the past several weeks as officials battle to keep the stinky seaweed from washing up on shore. While many locations across the region are forecast to see massive amounts of sargassum this week, others, like Cancun and Isla Mujeres, are expected …
Isla Mujeres
If you are planning your next vacation and on the lookout for a tropical destination that is free of sargassum, then Isla Mujeres is the perfect place for you. This beautiful island is located off the coast of Cancun, just a 15-minute boat ride away, and has managed to avoid the recent invasion of sargassum …
As the Mexican Caribbean soars in popularity, Isla Mujeres has emerged as one of the most sought-after resort locations in the region. With an average occupancy rate of nearly 90%, Isla Mujeres’ hotels and resorts are nearly sold out this spring, and the trend is set to continue over the following months. Travelers are especially …
With sargassum making an unusually early appearance this year, cities across the Mexican Caribbean have started taking drastic measures to contend with record seaweed levels. Millions of travelers are expected to visit some of the region’s most popular resort hotspots over the coming months, including Cancun, Playa del Carmen, and Tulum. Here’s a small recap …
Sargassum – a type of naturally occurring seaweed – is plaguing Cancun and Mexican Caribbean beaches earlier than usual this year. Officials are in a race against time as they activate cleaning protocols and set up sargassum collection points to deal with record seaweed levels. The sargassum season began unusually early this year, in mid-February, …
Multiple beaches in Cancun and the northern part of the Mexican Caribbean state are seeing unusually high levels of sargassum as officials lay out new plans to deal with the smelly seaweed. While Cancun and other popular destinations are grappling with an earlier-than-expected start to the sargassum season, travelers can enjoy several stunning Mexican Caribbean …
The season for sargassum has seemingly come early in the Mexican Caribbean, and Isla Mujeres has seen its first sargassum of the year on the island’s most popular beach. During the busy winter season, there has been very little of the ever-present seaweed, as is typical. But as spring and summer get closer, tourists can …
A string of drownings in Cancun and the Riviera Maya this year has brought the issue of water safety to the limelight. Although the Mexican Caribbean is a safe beach destination for travelers, there are several risks that travelers need to keep in mind when visiting the region’s plentiful white-sand beaches. Strong currents, waves, and …
Isla Mujeres is a tiny but beautiful island just off of the coast of Cancun that has breathtaking scenery, a relaxed vibe, and some fantastic all-inclusive resorts. It’s a great Mexican Caribbean destination to spend a vacation or just visit for a day when vacationing in Cancun. This amazing island paradise near Cancun is also …
Cancun and the Mexican Caribbean attract millions of visitors annually in search of some of the best beaches in the world. With countless picture-perfect beaches dotting the region’s beautiful coastline, the choice can feel overwhelming. From Cancun’s impeccably maintained yet packed beaches to Holbox Island’s remote shores, the choices are endless. In this article, we’re …