You’re scrolling through social media, excited about your upcoming winter vacation, and then you see it: a vague post about a “scary incident,” a comment warning people to “be careful,” or a sensational headline that makes your stomach drop. In the age of social media, this kind of online chatter can spread like wildfire, causing …
Playa Del Carmen
It’s one of the most persistent questions for any traveler heading to Cancun: “If I’m staying at an all-inclusive, how much cash do I actually need to bring?” It’s a logical question. After all, you’ve pre-paid for your flights, your airport transportation, your hotel, your meals, and all your drinks. You can even charge spa …
CANCUN — For months, a single word has dominated the anxiety of travelers planning a trip to the Mexican Caribbean: sargassum. The 2025 season was a challenging one, with record levels of the pesky seaweed impacting the coastline. But for those with fall and winter trips on the horizon, a collective sigh of relief is …
PLAYA DEL CARMEN — For any traveler planning a trip to the beautiful shores of the Mexican Caribbean, one question is always top of mind: safety. In a powerful and unprecedented move to answer that question definitively, the government of Playa del Carmen is making a clear and very public statement, backed by a massive …
The Mexican Caribbean is a dream destination 🌴, but choosing the right home base can make or break your budget. The three crown jewels of the region—Cancun, Playa del Carmen, and Tulum—each offer a completely different experience with a vastly different price tag. So, where can a budget traveler get the most bang for their …
Palmaïa – The House of AïA in Playa del Carmen just snagged the top spot on Condé Nast Traveler’s 2025 Readers’ Choice Awards list of the world’s best destination spa resorts—and we at The Cancun Sun aren’t surprised one bit. Set between jungle and sea about 45 minutes south of Cancun Airport, Palmaïa blends plant-forward …
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 …