Playa Del Carmen

PLAYA DEL CARMEN — In a savvy and modern move to bolster its image and attract visitors for the upcoming high season, the municipal government of Playa del Carmen is turning to the power of social media. This week, authorities announced the launch of a new influencer campaign designed to generate fresh, authentic, and positive …

PLAYA DEL CARMEN — The sun-drenched beaches and vibrant towns of the Riviera Maya have quietly become a magnet for a new kind of traveler: the digital nomad. Thousands of foreign professionals, unchained from traditional offices, have chosen destinations like Playa del Carmen as their temporary or even long-term home. However, many operate in a …

For anyone planning a fall trip to Cancun, the number one question is always the same: “What about the sargassum?” After a summer that saw record levels of the seaweed, travelers have been eagerly awaiting the end of the season. Well, here at The Cancun Sun, we have fantastic news. As of the first week …

If you’ve been watching the weather forecast for Cancun over the last few weeks, you’ve likely seen a lot of one thing: a recurring icon of a cloud with raindrops. The recent heavy rains of late September have many travelers with upcoming fall trips feeling a bit of anxiety, and it’s prompting the most common …

CANCUN — The recent massive, peninsula-wide blackout served as a jarring reminder that even paradise is connected to a power grid. The outage, which affected over two million people across Quintana Roo, Yucatán, and Campeche, left many travelers with two lingering questions: Why did this happen, and is my next vacation at risk of being …

Packing for a Cancun vacation is one of the most exciting parts of the planning process. You lay out the swimsuits, the sundresses, and the sandals, dreaming of the sunny days ahead. You triple-check that you have enough sunscreen. But the savviest travelers know that in a separate corner of their suitcase, there’s a second, …

CANCUN – A major power outage swept across the Yucatán Peninsula on Friday afternoon, affecting over two million users and causing significant disruptions in the states of Quintana Roo, Yucatán, and Campeche. Authorities have since restored service to most of the affected regions, but the event served as a powerful reminder of the difference in …

For decades, the reputation of Cancun was legendary and singular: it was the vibrant, neon-soaked heart of the party, a Spring Break mecca synonymous with epic DJ sets and nights that turned into mornings. But travelers arriving in 2025 are discovering a different reality on the ground—a destination in the midst of a sophisticated transformation. …

Here’s what we at The Cancun Sun are hearing on the ground: power blackouts are increasing in Playa del Carmen, and while big resorts are largely insulated thanks to robust backup systems, travelers in Airbnbs and vacation rentals are the most likely to feel it. Below, we break down what’s happening, who’s affected, and how …

You’re scrolling through endless photos of sparkling pools, white-sand beaches, and tantalizing cocktails. 🍹 Every all-inclusive resort in Cancun seems to promise paradise. You keep hearing travel experts talk about “resort vibe,” but seriously, what’s the big deal? Aren’t they all pretty much the same? A beach is a beach, a pool is a pool, …